The deputy executive director of the Ohio Soybean Association says three eastern Ohio counties will see a federal crop insurance expansion  in 2026. Brandon Kern says the organization recently submitted a request to the USDA’s Risk Management Agency to expand soybean coverage options in Belmont, Monroe, and Noble counties. “Because of their historically low production,…… Continue Reading

The research director for the Soy Aquaculture Alliance says the industry’s rapid expansion is an opportunity to increase demand for U.S. soybeans. Amrit Bart says soy is a consistent source of protein for aquaculture producers who are facing rising input costs. “Aquafeed represents more than half of aquaculture production costs,” he says. “Even a small change…… Continue Reading

Cash dairy prices were mixed Friday with no activity on the cheese market at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange.    Dry whey was up $0.0150 at $0.57. Two sales were recorded at $0.5675 and $0.57.  Forty-pound cheese blocks were unchanged at $1.7750.  No sales were recorded.  Cheese barrels were unchanged at $1.78.  No sales were recorded.  Butter…… Continue Reading

An Ohio State University professor says farmland values across the state remains steady despite the decline in the current ag economy. Ani Katchova says high demand from urban development has led to a 4.7 percent increase. “Most of that demand occurs around the large cities in Ohio,” she says. “That’s where we see most of the pressure for housing…… Continue Reading

Farmers are preparing for corn and soybean harvest while also planning for the next growing season. Brevant Seeds retail sales agronomist Alexie Garner tells Brownfield that, with so much variability this year, growers will have a lot to think about when selecting seed for 2026. The post Harvest Evaluation appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.…… Continue Reading