The domestic ethanol supply fell to a multi-week low. The U.S. Energy Information Administration says stocks of 21.968 million barrels were the tightest since mid-October, down 339,000 on the week and 901,000 on the year, despite generally unfriendly demand signals. The Renewable Fuels Association says net inputs of ethanol purchased by refiners and blenders dropped…… Continue Reading
Kansas Livestock Association calls for more CRP flexibility to boost grazing
The CEO of the Kansas Livestock Association says providing producers with flexible CRP rules could improve grazing opportunities. Matt Teagarden says that includes perimeter and cross-fencing options. “If one of the goals is to keep those acres in grass in the long term, we see this as a huge benefit. He tells Brownfield, “We are…… Continue Reading
An optimistic future for soybean exports
The chair of the U.S. Soybean Export Council says she remains optimistic about the future of soybean exports. Michigan farmer Jana Fritz says efforts to reduce reliance on China have paid off, but, “The research shows that we can’t replace China. We really value that relationship and need to ensure that we have a component within the Chinese…… Continue Reading
RCIS sees rising demand for SCO and ECO as farmers prepare for 2026 coverage
A regional sales and service manager with RCIS says farmers need to be aware of several beneficial changes to crop insurance in 2026. Stefanie Wolfe, who serves the company’s Great Lakes territory, says the One Big Beautiful Bill Act provided premium relief for producers who select the Supplemental Coverage Option (SCO) or the Enhanced Coverage…… Continue Reading
Cash dairy prices mixed entering holiday
Cash dairy prices were mixed Wednesday at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. Dry whey was down $0.0075 at $0.7325. Seven sales were recorded, ranging from $0.7325 to $0.74. Forty-pound cheese blocks were down $0.0050 at $1.47. One sale was recorded at $1.4725. Cheese barrels remained unchanged at $1.5825. No sales were recorded. Butter prices rebounded some Wednesday, up $0.02 at $1.45. Ten sales were recorded, ranging from $1.43 to $1.45. Nonfat dry milk was down $0.0175 at $1.1425. Four sales were recorded, ranging from $1.1425 to $1.1450. The Chicago Mercantile Exchange will be closed for the Thanksgiving…… Continue Reading
Big Iron co-founder says demand keeps Midwest land prices firm
The co-founder of Big Iron Auctions says the farmland market has been holding firm across the Midwest. Mark Stock tells Brownfield quality ground is trending higher while marginal land is steady to fractionally lower. “In Missouri we just sold some land in Holt County that averaged over $15,000 an acre. Some parcels brought $17,000 and…… Continue Reading
Nebraska ag industry weighs next steps after Tyson plant closure
Members of Nebraska’s ag industry are evaluating their next steps after the announced closure of a beef processing facility. Craig Uden, president-elect of Nebraska Cattleman’s and part owner of Darr Feedlot says his operation shipped cattle weekly to Tyson’s Lexington plant and has already contacted other regional facilities. “We have a new plant that’s about…… Continue Reading
Michigan growers face variable yields, high input costs, and weather-driven harvest challenges
Parts of Michigan are still too wet to harvest. Thumb-area farmer Matt Frostic tells Brownfield some corn fields still need to dry out. “The corn crop, while it’s been, heavy/strong, average and above, it’s still quite wet in our area so it’s been slow,” he shares. “Still a fair amount of corn out there based…… Continue Reading
Naig says Southeast Asia trade mission strengthened key ag relationships
Iowa’s Ag Secretary says a recent trade mission to Southeast Asia helped strengthen relationships with export partners. Mike Naig tells Brownfield Vietnam and Indonesia represent significant opportunities for U.S. ag products. “Southeast Asia, generally, is a really important region and a great opportunity,” he said. “There are some economies with growing populations, young populations, an…… Continue Reading
Hundreds of free rides for “Blackout Wednesday” Announced
Hundreds of free rides are being offered across Missouri today—just in time for one of the busiest travel nights of the year. The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the night […]… Continue Reading
