A long-time professor at Western Illinois University says the agriculture industry is craving talented, driven individuals in its workforce. Mark Hoge, who also coaches WIU’s livestock judging team, tells Brownfield, “We have so many talented students that are going above and beyond. The problem is we don’t have enough of them.” He says, “Since…… Continue Reading
Minnesota Soybean Growers hopeful as U.S.-China trade deal nears completion
A leader with the Minnesota Soybean Growers Association is optimistic the trade framework between the U.S. and China will result in the Chinese resuming purchases of U.S. soybeans. Ryan Mackenthun serves as vice president and farms near Brownton. “We’ve seen these tariffs take hold like two and a half years in the past, so to…… Continue Reading
Ag economist: a new U.S.-China deal needs stronger enforcement, clear ag purchase targets
Frayne Olson, a grain marketing economist with North Dakota State University Extension, says more details and stronger enforcement mechanisms are needed in any new trade agreement between the U.S. and China. “You know the Chinese are going to want flexibility on what they buy, how much they buy and when they buy it, but we…… Continue Reading
Without October cattle on feed data, economist says industry lacks insight for expansion strategies
An ag economist says the loss of the October Cattle on Feed report hits at a critical decision-making time for the industry. University of Tennessee’s Charley Martinez says many producers are contemplating herd expansion. “Do I go buy a bred heifer,” he says. “Should I raise my own replacements? What is the price expectation of…… Continue Reading
Who’s Left On ‘The Road’? See Who Was Eliminated After Ep. 2
This list of singers on ‘The Road’ will be updated weekly to reflect who was eliminated. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Bacon: U.S. needs to invest in trade programs to reclaim lost ag markets
A member of the House Ag Committee says increasing funding for trade promotion programs could help expand markets for U.S. commodities. “We want to open up more trade doors and we’re going to put a lot of money behind it.” Congressman Don Bacon, a Republican from Nebraska, says the growing deficit is extremely alarming.…… Continue Reading
‘The Road’ Episode 2 Totally Ignored the Elephant in the Room
Britnee Kellogg is the 40-year-old mom from Arizona who alluded to not being able to move to Nashville because of a child custody agreement. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: October 27, 2025
Dec. corn $4.28 and 3/4, up 5 and 1/2 centsNov. soybeans $10.67 and 1/4, up 25 and 1/2 centsDec. soybean meal $298.20, up $4.10Dec. soybean oil 50.77, up 50 pointsDec. Chicago wheat $5.26, up 13 and 1/2 centsDec. live cattle $227.17, down $6.75Nov. feeder cattle $338.45, down $13.75Dec. lean hogs $81.50, down 40 centsNov. Class…… Continue Reading
Soybeans climb as U.S. reaches trade framework with China
Soybeans were sharply higher on commercial and technical buying. The big source of support was the trade deal framework reached with China over the weekend. There are still a lot of unknowns, with some possible answers later this week when President Trump and President Xi meet face-to-face in South Korea. If the deal falls through,…… Continue Reading
Davenport farmer says southern rust and wind cut corn yields
Harvest has wrapped up for eastern Iowa farmer Robb Ewoldt. “Fortunately, we finished up in mid-October. It was off from last year, but last year was an amazing year for us.” He tells Brownfield several factors led to some yield reductions. “Some wind came through and some of that corn wasn’t standing as tall as…… Continue Reading
