Missouri cattle market seeing record sales

A regional livestock specialist with the University of Missouri Extension says the state’s cattle market ended 2024 on a high note. “We set ourselves a regional record by breaking our first million-dollar sale.” Daniel Mallory says the final fall sale of Show-Me-Select heifers in mid-December continued the trend of high heifer prices. “They’re still maintaining…Continue Reading

Mostly bearish week for U.S. export sales

The USDA says export sales during the week ending January 2nd were generally bearish, largely due to it being a holiday week. Corn, soybeans, wheat, and rice all hit marketing year lows, with sorghum seeing a net reduction and soybean products also down on the week. Cotton did see a week-to-week improvement. Pork sales for…Continue Reading

Economist concerned potential tariffs could hinder trade

An economist is concerned how potential new tariffs could hinder trade in 2025. Ernie Goss, with Creighton University, tells Brownfield President-elect Donald Trump’s proposed universal tariffs of 10 to 20% create a lot of economic uncertainty. “We do not need to see trade barriers. We do not need to see retaliation against U.S. manufacturers or…Continue Reading

Michigan faces overnight egg price increases with cage-free requirements

The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development Director says the state’s egg industry has been preparing for cage-free requirements for nearly two decades despite recent supply chain shocks. Tim Boring tells Brownfield legislation passed originally in 2009 was in response to farmers proactively addressing animal welfare concerns and market direction from retailers. “The implementation…Continue Reading

Farm Bureau members discuss their priorities with legislators

An Indiana Farm Bureau district director says it’s important for members to stay focused on priorities during this year’s legislative session. Corina Brant tells Brownfield, “With the LEAP project last year, there’s some bills that are coming into this session that we really wanna touch base on prior to us visiting the State House. Kind…Continue Reading

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