Wyffels Hybrids bringing new traits in 2026

Ryan Gentle, an agronomy manager with Wyffels Hybrids, told Brownfield at the 2025 Farm Progress Show that the company is bringing new corn traits to the market in 2026. He also says their customers are preparing for a big crop this fall. AUDIO: Ryan Gentle – Wyffels Hybrids The post Wyffels Hybrids bringing new traits…Continue Reading

Soybeans, corn up ahead of Labor Day weekend

Soybeans were higher on short covering and technical buying, while still ending the week with modest losses. Soybeans continue to wait for some sign of progress in tariff talks between the U.S. and China. For now, the likelihood for an immediate deal seems to be slim, with most recent negotiations focused on trade areas outside…Continue Reading

Dairy group continues community engagement meetings

A dairy organization continues to bring farmers, neighbors, and local government officials together to discuss rural issues. Professional Dairy Producers President Paul Lippert tells Brownfield the Agricultural Community Engagement or ACE meetings are a partnership between their farmers, the Wisconsin Towns Association, and the Wisconsin Counties Association. “A lot of times, they’re very friendly like…Continue Reading

Cattle, hog futures higher to end the week

Cattle, hog futures higher to end the week

At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were up, watching direct business.  October live cattle closed $2.72 higher and December live cattle closed $2.17 higher at $240.77.  September feeder cattle closed $2.97 higher at $364.77 and October feeder cattle closed $2.95 higher at $364.47.  It was pretty quiet Friday for direct cash cattle…Continue Reading

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