David Kip Heyde, once a longtime law enforcement officer, now stands accused of second-degree murder. in the shooting death of 23-year-old Bailey Scott during a porch dispute in July. Court […]… Continue Reading
murder charges filed against two Paris women
Authorities in northeast Missouri have filed new charges against two Paris women in connection with an October officer-involved shooting. 78-year-old Lois Armour and 51-year-old Patty Armour are now charged with […]… Continue Reading
President Trump calls on DOJ to investigate the meatpacking industry over concerns about beef prices
President Trump remains focused on beef prices and has called on the Department of Justice to investigate potential anticompetitive practices in the meatpacking industry. In an announcement on Truth Social late in the day Friday, the President said action must be taken immediately to “protect consumers, combat illegal monopolies, and ensure the corporations are not…… Continue Reading
Chinese researchers accused of smuggling nematode material in conspiracy case
A U.S. Attorney has charged three research scholars from the People’s Republic of China for conspiracy to smuggle biological materials into the United States as part of ongoing investigations at the University of Michigan. The Attorney General says the men are part of a long and alarming pattern of criminal activities committed by Chinese Nationals…… Continue Reading
Cattle futures bounce back to finish the week
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were oversold. December live cattle closed $2.57 higher at $221.35 and February live cattle closed $3.00 higher at $219.75. January feeder cattle closed $3.97 higher at $319.57 and March feeder cattle closed $2.97 higher at $313.97. There was a light, sporadic round of direct cash cattle…… Continue Reading
Beef specialists say bull genetics critical to rebuilding cattle herd
A University of Illinois beef specialist says bull genetics will be key in rebuilding the U.S. cattle herd. Travis Meteer, who manages the Illinois Performance-Tested Bull Sale held every February at the Illinois Beef Expo, tells Brownfield, “What we really pride ourselves on is giving as much information to the buyer as possible to make…… Continue Reading
Fertilizer expert: Fall supply concerns loom for nitrogen and phosphate
A fertilizer market advisor says farmers should be in for a good fall application season but there are concerns about nitrogen and phosphate supplies. Josh Linville with StoneX tells Brownfield anhydrous ammonia supplies are good now but tightening up in some areas. “We have heard some scattered reports of northern anhydrous points already talking allocation. …… Continue Reading
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: November 7, 2025
Dec. corn $4.27 and 1/4, down 1 and 1/2 centsJan. soybeans $11.17, up 9 and 1/2 centsDec. soybean meal $317.10, up $4.40Dec. soybean oil 49.68, up 33 pointsDec. Chicago wheat $5.27 and 3/4, down 7 and 3/4 centsDec. live cattle $221.35, up $2.57Jan. feeder cattle $319.57, up $3.97Dec. lean hogs $79.40, up 42 centsDec. Class…… Continue Reading
China’s soybean purchases boost U.S. prices as market eyes South America
Soybeans were higher on commercial and technical buying, ending a wide-ranging week with modest gains. There was another round of support from the underlying optimism about the trade framework with China. While China has pledged to buy U.S. beans, prices are at a premium to Brazil, which could limit the upside. Additionally, even without retaliatory…… Continue Reading
From farm to table, not landfill: Michigan partners seek to double food donations
A coalition of Michigan organizations is working to double the amount of donated food by improving food rescue efforts throughout the supply chain. Michigan Farm Bureau’s Tess Van Gorder represents the farming community on an advisory committee for the Michigan Sustainable Business Forum. “If we get to the food before it gets to a landfill, it’s not…… Continue Reading
