Some farmers say the newly announced tariffs from the Trump administration add more uncertainty to the ag economy. Arkansas farmer Derek Haigwood tells Brownfield he’s concerned that the new policy could tighten margins even further. “It’s almost a game of who can hold on the longest with the farmers around you. Where can you…… Continue Reading
Compeer’s Economic Minute – Tariffs and Planting Prospectives
Listen to Compeer’s Economic Minute for clear, practical insights on the ag economy and the economic forces shaping your farm’s future. Inflation and interest rates are shifting rapidly, and Compeer Agricultural Economist Dr. Megan Roberts delves into the Emergency Commodity Assistance Program (ECAP), which was introduced in legislation in March, as well as the USDA’s…… Continue Reading
Soybean, corn export inspections above a week ago
The USDA says that as of the week ending April 3rd, corn export inspections remain ahead of the pace needed to meet projections for the current marketing year. The 2024/25 marketing year got underway June 1st for wheat and September 1st for corn, sorghum, and soybeans. The USDA’s updated supply and demand report is out…… Continue Reading
Carstens steps down as Landus CEO
Iowa-based ag cooperative Landus has announced Matt Carstens has left his position as president and CEO. In a press release, the company said Landus Board Chairman Matt Chambers took on the role of acting CEO on April 4th. An interim CEO is expected to be named soon. In a statement, Chambers said Carstens has been…… Continue Reading
NCGA: The US risks losing market share if tariff talks continue
The president of the National Corn Growers Association says he wants to see the Trump administration to quickly resolve trade disruptions. Illinois farmer Kenneth Hartman Jr. says drawn-out negotiations could put US market share at risk. “Vietnam and the Philippines are markets that we could possibly expand with,” he says. “We also look at India…… Continue Reading
A Competitive Edge
This episode of Spotlight on Soybeans highlights The Yield Partnership, supported by commodity checkoff investments, which aims to attract manufacturing enterprises to Missouri. The focus is on food and beverage projects, with a commitment to high-touch, high-customer service to compete with other states. The post A Competitive Edge appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. … Continue Reading
Biodiesel blend requirements increase in Illinois
The chairman of the Illinois Soybean Association says farmers and consumers are benefitting as the state’s biodiesel blend requirements increase. Ron Kindred, who also farms in Logan County, says bipartisan legislation passed in 2022 continues to step up blend levels eligible for tax exemption. “Our goal is B20 in 2026.” He says, “As of April…… Continue Reading
Keeping Fields Clean
Farmers know how critical it is to get their crop off to a good start. Corteva Agriscience Market Development Specialist, Brad Allen, joined us last week to talk about laying a solid foundation for cornfields and is back this week to discuss in-season weed control. The post Keeping Fields Clean appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.…… Continue Reading
Congress making progress on tax policy
An ag tax specialist is confident Congress will act before several provisions important to farm families expire. Chad Hanson with Iowa-based tax accounting firm Corporate Farmer says recent signals from Washington indicate progress. “What I’m hearing out of Washington is that both the Senate and the House are pretty much on the same page when…… Continue Reading
KXEO Sports Report 4/7/2025
For just the fourth time in program history, Mizzou gymnastics is moving onto the NCAA Championship Semifinal, after a top-two finish in yesterday’s (Sunday) NCAA Regional Final in Seattle, Washington. […]… Continue Reading
