A pair of Iowa farmers want to see crop input prices better reflect the current ag economy. Cordt Holub grows corn and soybeans south of Waterloo and says the high cost of seed, fertilizer, and chemicals is pinching his bottom line. “How are we going to rein in some of these companies and get them…… Continue Reading
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: December 16, 2025
Mar. corn $4.36 and 1/2, down 3 and 1/4 centsJan. soybeans $10.62 and 3/4, down 9 centsJan. soybean meal $302.40, down $1.10Jan soybean oil 48.36, down 112 pointsMar. Chicago wheat $5.09 and 1/2, down 11 and 1/4 centsFeb. live cattle $230.70, up 15 centsJan. feeder cattle $343.32, up $3.40Feb. lean hogs $84.77, up 92 centsJan.…… Continue Reading
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[EXCLUSIVE] What Cody Johnson Humbly Tells Kids Who Idolize Him
Cody Johnson opens up about what it feels like to be a role model for kids at his concerts — it’s a lot heavier than you might think. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Landman: Episode 5 Left Us With Three Burning Questions
Everyone was wondering the same thing about the way ‘Landman’ Ep. 5 ended. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Ohio farmer says she’s optimistic the Trump administration understands producers need long-term support
A northeast Ohio farmer says the Farmer Bridge Assistance program isn’t a long-term solution to help support the struggling farm economy. Adele Flynn, who recently met with the President, says she’s optimistic the administration understands that. “No farmer wants a handout,” she says. “The intent of me going there was just to have the ear of the administration…… Continue Reading
Economist doesn’t expect SCOTUS decision on tariffs to impact trade negotiations
The chief commodities economist at StoneX Group says he doesn’t expect the upcoming Supreme Court ruling on President Trump’s use of tariffs to impact the progress of trade negotiations. Arlan Suderman tells Brownfield, “I think most countries will stick with the agreements. But, I do think that it will give China more leverage. It could…… Continue Reading
Beginning farmers face growing barriers in current ag economy
The head of the Nebraska Farmers Union says ongoing volatility in the ag economy is making it difficult for young producers to get started. John Hansen says he fears what that means for the future. “Beginning farmers are getting pushed the hardest because they have the most amount of debt and the least amount of…… Continue Reading
AMVAC emphasizes stewardship as it seeks EPA approval for new liquid corn insecticide
AMVAC Chemical Cooperation says it’s continuing to work with regulators to bring more pest management options to the market. Product development and technical services manager Wen Carter tells Brownfield, “With our fumigation business, our VAPAM and K-PAM products, we’re doing a lot of stewardship programs and trainings to ensure that growers know how to safely…… Continue Reading
Conservation a top priority for northeast Iowa cow-calf producer
A northeast Iowa cattle producer says conservation is one of his biggest priorities. Damien Matt operates a cow-calf operation in Fayette County and says, “We’re trying to move cows daily to fresh grass, allowing for a maximum amount of regrowth behind them. We’ve also tried to establish some warm season native annual grasses.” He tells…… Continue Reading
Compeer’s Economic Minute – USDA December Supply and Demand Report and Economic Updates
In this episode, Megan Roberts discusses the USDA’s December supply and demand estimates. She highlights a 125 million bushel increase in corn exports, which is having a positive market reaction. Megan also talks about the new Farmer Bridge Assistance Program, which aims to provide relief to corn and soybean growers, and mentioned the expected Fed…… Continue Reading
