The president of Iowa Farm Bureau is encouraged by reports over the weekend China has agreed to a trade framework that includes purchases of U.S. soybeans. Brent Johnson grows corn and soybeans in Calhoun County. “To get to a place where it looks like we’ve got some runway here with conversations with China, our largest…… Continue Reading
Central Illinois farmer cites weather, soil differences for mixed yields
A central Illinois farmer says he hopes to wrap up harvest this week. Doug Martin, who grows corn and soybeans in Logan and Macon Counties, says yield results have been variable. “We’re probably 20 to 40 bushels below last year’s yields on corn, depending on the farm, but some are pretty close to last year,…… Continue Reading
Cash flow concerns mount for crop farmers heading into 2026
An extension economist says 2025 has been a tough year for crop farmers. Paul Mitchell with the University of Wisconsin tells Brownfield the 2024 crop did not generate a lot of income and did not trigger many ARC and PLC payments, and the 2025 crop prices are lower. “This crop, it won’t generate commodity support…… Continue Reading
Chick-fil-A’s Waffled Potato Chips Now at Walmart, Kroger + More
Chick-fil-A has launched waffled potato chips in two flavors, bringing a crunchy new snack option to their menus, plus select retailers. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Extended Morgan Wallen Arrest Video Reveals Confession + More
Morgan Wallen seemingly confesses… after he pleads for mercy and bashes a fellow country artist. Here’s all the chaotic new details. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Jameson Rodgers Sued for Allegedly Hurting Fan With Beer Can
A fan says Rodgers seriously injured her with a full beer can, and she’s suing him, plus his label and the beer brand. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Illinois farmers weigh marketing strategies amid uncertain corn and soybean prices
A pair of Illinois farmers say marketing this year’s corn and soybean crop may be the most challenging part of the season. Mark Wilson, who farms in the northern part of the state, says he’s holding onto a lot of his crop in hopes of positive market news. “Probably a third of my crop is…… Continue Reading
Watch Riley Green’s Wholesome Pre-Show Routine
Before he goes out to entertain the masses, Riley Green has a pre-show ritual that’s downright adorable. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Positive U.S.–China trade talks fuel soybean market rally
The United States and China have reached a preliminary trade agreement framework and soybean prices have moved higher to start the week. Market analyst Jim McCormick with AgMarket.Net tells Brownfield the news has sparked some optimism. “What’s got the bean market excited is (Treasury) Secretary Bessent said as part of this negotiation is that the…… Continue Reading
Marthasville teens seriously injured
A couple of Marthasville teen-agers were seriously injured in a one-car crash on Sunday in Warren County. The 18-year-old female driver was southbound on Route TT, just north of Woodland […]… Continue Reading
