Soybeans are lower on fund and technical selling. China bought another 132,000 tons of U.S. beans Monday morning, but demand continues to be slower than what some were expecting. That brings the announced sales total over the past two business days to 594,000 tons. The USDA did confirm that some U.S. soybeans have left U.S.…… Continue Reading
Soy Transportation Coalition highlights opportunities and obstacles for Great Lakes exports
The Soy Transportation Coalition executive director says transportation barriers somewhat limit efforts to increase ag exports through the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway. Mike Steenhoek tells Brownfield, “You can have this aspiration to export more or import more via the Great Lakes, but ultimately there has to be some kind of movement with the track to either…… Continue Reading
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: December 8, 2025
Mar. corn $4.43 and 3/4, down 1 centJan. soybeans $10.93 and 3/4, down 11 and 1/2 centsJan. soybean meal $306.30, down $1.10Jan soybean oil 51.18, down 51 pointsMar. Chicago wheat $5.34 and 3/4, down 1 centFeb. live cattle $226.67, down 47 centsJan. feeder cattle $335.65, down $3.40Feb. lean hogs $82.40, up 12 centsJan. Class III…… Continue Reading
Farmers stories vital when lobbying for agriculture issues
Agricultural lobbyists say whatever the issue, it’s still the farmer’s voice that matters most. Chad Zuleger with the Dairy Business Association tells Brownfield farmers are an important resource for lawmakers, and their involvement in policy and regulatory issues is vital. “Responding to calls to action, making those phone calls, appearing at public hearings, giving testimony,…… Continue Reading
Milk futures lower, cash dairy mixed
Milk futures closed mostly lower to start the week, while cash dairy settled mixed. January Class III milk futures on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange closed 3 cents lower at $15.38. February down 4 at $15.54. March 2 lower at $15.89. April through June contracts 3 higher to 4 lower. Dry whey unchanged at $0.7450 Blocks…… Continue Reading
Beginning say access to land, capital remains biggest challenge
A pair producers say that access to capital to acquire farmland has been their biggest barrier entering the industry. Lydia O’Brien and her husband own a small cow/calf operation in the Nebraska Sandhills and says land prices are not affordable for someone getting into ranching. “We’re running into what most young producers do. We just…… Continue Reading
USDA focused on growing agricultural exports in 2026
A USDA official says the agency remains committed to expanding U.S. agricultural exports in 2026. Jason Hafemeister, the acting associate administrator for the USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service, says the biggest opportunities are with countries looking to expand their protein consumption. “Why not India? That’s another billion people. That’s another growing economy,” he says. “But it’s…… Continue Reading
Wholesome: Morgan Wallen + Theo Vaughn go to Bible Study Together
Picture this: a Bible study group with Morgan Wallen. It’s a slice of life that might surprise you. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Corn export inspections accelerate early in marketing year, outpacing last year
Corn export inspections continue to move out at a fast pace. The USDA says corn inspections during the week ending December 4th were up solidly from a year ago, mainly to Mexico and Japan, thanks to strong sales driven by competitive pricing during the first quarter of the marketing year. Wheat inspections were also above…… Continue Reading
Nebraska Farm Bureau pushes policies to boost farmer profitability
The Nebraska Farm Bureau says there are several ag-related policies that could improve the profitability of producers. Vice President Katie Olson says this year’s proposed policy changes doubles down on the need for stronger, more reliable markets. She tells Brownfield that includes more trade agreements and export sales. “We just want something. We’re great producing…… Continue Reading
