Reliable Rail Service bill reintroduced

Two U.S. Senators are making another attempt to bring reasonable rates and reliable service to America’s railroad customers. Wisconsin Democrat Tammy Baldwin says she and Kansas Republican Roger Marshall have re-introduced the Reliable Rail Service Act. “Our farmers, our manufacturers, our producers, they’re paying sky-high prices for sub-par rail service to get their goods to market,…… Continue Reading

Cattle futures mostly higher waiting on direct business

At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live cattle were mostly higher, and feeders were higher, waiting on direct business to develop. August live cattle closed $.22 higher at $209.20 and October contracts were unchanged at $206.35.  August feeder cattle closed $1.00 higher at $303.30 and September feeder cattle closed $.77 higher at $303.37.  Direct cash cattle…… Continue Reading

Soybeans, corn see more weather pressure

Soybeans, corn see more weather pressure

Soybeans were modestly lower on fund and technical selling. Contracts started higher but couldn’t follow through due to the favorable development weather. At this point, the trade is dialing in a large crop and a possible increase in planted area. The USDA’s planted acreage and quarterly grain stocks reports are out on the 30th. Egypt…… Continue Reading

Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: June 26, 2025

Jul. corn closed at $4.09 and 1/2, down 3/4 centJul. soybeans closed at $10.22 and 3/4, down 2 and 1/2 centsJul. soybean meal closed at $270.90, down $5.10Jul. soybean oil closed at 52.52, up 70 pointsJul. wheat closed at $5.21, down 7 and 1/4 centsAug. live cattle closed at $209.20, up 22 centsAug. feeder cattle…… Continue Reading

Storm runoff beginning to impact shipping

An official with the Army Corps of Engineers says the frequent rains have not slowed the movement of freight on the inland waterway system.  Shannon Bauer tells Brownfield recent heavy rains are not slowing barge traffic. “Service is normal for navigation. Everything is status quo. We know our lock and dams get daily orders for…… Continue Reading

Tackling insects before grain gets damaged

A technical services representative with Central Life Sciences says insect control is critical in many aspects of farming and the food supply chain. Johnny Wilson tells Brownfield, “Insects have an effect on every single one of those supply chain points. Whether it’s on-farm and just dealing with overall grain loss, or at an elevator where…… Continue Reading

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