Across the Corn Belt, dry weather has returned, aside from lingering showers in the Ohio Valley. Fieldwork delays continue where the heaviest rain fell in recent days, mainly across Missouri, Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin, as well as portions of neighboring states. However, only 6% of the U.S. soybeans and 9% of the corn remained in…… Continue Reading
Protecting agriculture from cyber criminals
An FBI special agent says agriculture is a growing target for cyber criminals. On this week’s episode, Gene Kowel, with the FBI’s Omaha field office, talks about why that threat exists and what the potential disruption could mean if left unchecked. He also explains how farmers and producers can protect themselves in an increasingly connected…… Continue Reading
Garth Brooks Sexual Assault Lawsuit Takes Another Unexpected Turn
It’s a procedural move with the potential for big implications. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Land owner bill of rights rejected in South Dakota
South Dakota voters have rejected a measure that proposed consistent carbon pipeline regulations in the state. South Dakota Farm Bureau President and farmer Scott VanderWal says there were misconceptions about the measure and he’s disappointed it failed. “The South Dakota Legislature was really looking to make sure economic development happens in the future. If a…… Continue Reading
NCGA urges new Congress, Trump administration to quickly pass a farm bill, expand trade
The President of the National Corn Growers Association says now that the election is over, Washington needs to focus on a farm bill. Kenneth Hartman, Jr. says, “We’ve kicked the can down the road last year. We don’t need another extension.” Hartman farms near Waterloo, Illinois. He tells Brownfield with the economic conditions, prices, and…… Continue Reading
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: November 6, 2024
Dec. corn closed at $4.26 and 1/4, up 7 and 3/4 centsJan. soybeans closed at $10.03 and 3/4, up 2 centsDec. soybean meal closed at $298.40, down $1.10Dec. soybean oil closed at 46.34, up 135 pointsDec. wheat closed at $5.73 and 1/4, up 3/4 centDec. live cattle closed at $185.40, up 62 centsJan. feeder cattle…… Continue Reading
Corn gains some ground with soybeans, wheat mixed
Soybeans were mixed, mostly weak, adjusting spreads. Planting and development weather in South America is generally favorable. Parts of Argentina could be a little drier next week, while the monsoon season seems to be in full effect for most of Brazil. A big question for soybeans right now is sustained demand from China as some…… Continue Reading
Landowners raising questions in 2024
A pair of extension specialists say many landowners are coming to them with questions in 2024. “The number one question that I think most of us get in our offices would be how much should cash rent be.” Kevin Brooks, who specializes in farm business with the University of Illinois Extension, says several variables goes…… Continue Reading
Broiler numbers stay on higher pace
Broiler sets and placements rose on both the week and the year. That’s in-line with the trend for most of this year as producers try to meet demand expectations. The USDA says 241.873 million broiler-type eggs were set into incubators, an increase of 674,000 on the week and 7% on the year, with the average…… Continue Reading
Wisconsin Farm Bureau says election brought mixed results
A Wisconsin Farm Bureau leader says Tuesday’s election brought opportunities and some disappointment. Jason Mugnaini tells Brownfield with Republicans taking the White House and Senate, it’s not the time to take their foot off the gas on important issues for farmers. “Talking about a farm bill, talking about issues that matter to this state, finding…… Continue Reading
