Biosecurity on dairy farms varies by region

An animal disease expert says biosecurity practices will look a little different based on the farm’s type and location. Dr. Keith Poulsen with the Wisconsin Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory tells Brownfield some biosecurity differences are based on how the region’s industry is built. “Farms really in the Northeast and Midwest, they’re not starting from scratch. They’re…Continue Reading

Ho-Chunk corn planting depth study shows interesting results

Indigenous tribes have been learning how to improve their food crops for thousands of years.  The Ho-Chunk Nation has expanded its agriculture department to improve food security and bring back traditional food staples… and one of their research projects might surprise corn growers.  We’ll hear from Hinu Smith on today’s Managing for Profit The post…Continue Reading

Dog attack kills Bourbon woman

The Missouri State Highway Patrol is investigating what appears to be a fatal dog attack in the central Missouri town of Bourbon. The Bourbon Police Department requested the MSHP’s Division […]Continue Reading

Live cattle futures mostly higher, feeders up ahead of direct business

Chicago Mercantile Exchange live cattle futures were mixed, mostly modestly higher, and feeders were up, preparing for this week’s direct cash cattle business. Feeders did see support from Monday’s losses in corn. February live was down $.67 at $228.97 and April was $.17 lower at $229.52. January feeders were $.82 higher at $347.00 and March…Continue Reading

Winter weather patterns could impact soil moisture levels heading into 2026

An ag meteorologist says recent winter weather patterns could impact soil moisture levels across the Midwest heading into 2026. Greg Soulje says rapid temperature swings and precipitation could help relieve drought stricken areas. “Fifty plus degree temperatures swings and fifty plus mile per hour general winds,” he says. “Eighteen inches of snow in parts of northern…Continue Reading

Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: December 29, 2025

Mar. corn $4.42 and 3/4, down 7 and 3/4 centsJan. soybeans $10.49 and 1/2, down 9 and 1/4 centsJan. soybean meal $298.80, down $4.90Jan soybean oil 48.78, up 6 pointsMar. Chicago wheat $5.13, down 6 centsFeb. live cattle $228.97, down 67 centsJan. feeder cattle $347.00, up 82 centsFeb. lean hogs $84.47, down 5 centsJan. Class…Continue Reading

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