An agronomist says farmers will need to closely evaluate which input dollars have the most return on investment this growing season. AgroLiquid’s Stephanie Zelinko tells Brownfield, “Be smart with soil tests.” “Reallocate those dollars where they’re to make the most difference, and then hopefully that’s going to lead to a better yield,” she encourages. Zelinko…… Continue Reading
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: January 7, 2026
Mar. corn $4.46 and 3/4, up 2 and 3/4 centsMar. soybeans $10.67, up 10 and 3/4 centsMar. soybean meal $305.40, up $5.90Mar. soybean oil 49.31, down 9 pointsMar. Chicago wheat $5.18, up 7 and 1/2 centsFeb. live cattle $234.52, down $2.10Mar. feeder cattle $355.50, down $3.52Feb. lean hogs $84.80, down 87 centsFeb. Class III milk…… Continue Reading
Duck Dynasty’s Jep and Jessica Robertson Announce New TV Show
From reality TV fame to ranch life, Jep and Jessica are about to reveal a whole new chapter. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Ethanol exports remain a strong demand driver, economist says
The chief economist for the Renewable Fuels Association says the outlook for U.S. ethanol exports is strong. “We’ve seen good, solid growth over the last few years,” RFA’s Scott Richman said. Richman says the U.S. continues to break yearly export records. “A little bit over a third goes to Canada,” he said. “Very solid, very…… Continue Reading
ALCIVIA Cooperative names new President & CEO
ALCIVIA Cooperative has a new President and Chief Executive Officer. The co-op’s board of directors appointed Rodney Balvitsch (BALL’ vich) to lead the organization. Balvitsch joined ALCIVIA in 2020 as Chief Operating Officer and has served as interim CEO since July 2025. The board evaluated more than thirty candidates over the past four months. Balvitsch…… Continue Reading
Weed control lessons from 2025 shaping 2026 strategies
A field agronomist with Iowa State University Extension says it isn’t too early to start thinking about weed management for the upcoming growing season. Meaghan Anderson says growers learned some lessons in 2025. “We continued to get those rainfalls and continued to have so many opportunities for waterhemp and grasses to germinate through the summer,”…… Continue Reading
Potential changes to January supply and demand report could impact 2026 balance sheets
An ag economist at Purdue University says potential changes to the January supply and demand report could impact the balance sheet for farmers in 2026. Michael Langemeier says the USDA is expected to adjust corn and soybean yields. “If they reduce corn yield, that could reduce the stocks to use and have a positive impact…… Continue Reading
Joshua Ray Walker Sets An Ambitious Weight Loss Goal
Joshua Ray Walker has set an ambitious weight loss goal for himself in 2026. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Kansas winter wheat rating above a year ago
Kansas’ winter wheat crop kicked off 2026 with solid ratings. The USDA says 60% of the crop is in good to excellent shape, 13% more than this time last year. That’s despite more than a third of the state having substandard soil moisture levels following a generally dry month in much of the central and…… Continue Reading
Morgan Wallen’s Dad Pens Emotional Letter About His Low Points
Morgan Wallen’s dad’s take on his controversies is a little surprising. But when you learn more about who Tommy Wallen is, it makes sense. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
