Mar. corn $4.39 and 3/4, down 1 centJan. soybeans $10.71 and 3/4, down 5 centsJan. soybean meal $303.50, up $1.00Jan soybean oil 49.48, down 59 pointsMar. Chicago wheat $5.20 and 3/4, down 8 and 1/2 centsFeb. live cattle $230.55, up $1.00Jan. feeder cattle $339.92, up 82 centsFeb. lean hogs $83.85, down 67 centsJan. Class III…… Continue Reading
Banker encourages farmers to lock in input costs after rate cut
The senior vice president with First National Bank Omaha says the recent interest rate cut might help improve the bottom line for farmers. Barry Benson says the quarter-percent drop could lower expenses on certain operating loans and provides producers with an opportunity. “As producers are looking forward to 2026, if they haven’t already locked in…… Continue Reading
Sorghum prices below $3 add to economic strain for Kansas producers
The executive director with the Kansas Farmers Union says the decline in demand for U.S. sorghum has put producers under intense economic pressure. Nick Levendofsky says prices have remained below $3 per bushel. “You can’t pay your cost of inputs on that. I’ve heard talk that we can put it into pet food, livestock…… Continue Reading
Reba McEntire Remembers Her Time Working with Rob Reiner
Reba was a fan of Rob, both professionally and personally. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Experts say 2026 financial outlook continues to evolve
A pair of ag finance experts say the current lending environment could play a role in shaping next year’s economic outlook. Matt Eldridge with First Farmers Bank and Trust says the latest interest rate cut from the Federal Reserve could be an opportunity for farmers looking to refinance in 2026. “The Fed signaled that in…… Continue Reading
Recently re-elected Ohio Farm Bureau president outlines 2026 legislative priorities
The recently re-elected president of Ohio Farm Bureau says members want more protections for prime farmland. Bill Patterson says producers across the state continue to face development pressures. “It’s not going to go away,” he says. “I believe that we can find a compromise. We’re going to take that message to the American Farm Bureau Federation…… Continue Reading
Congress monitoring farm economy as Bridge Program delivers one-time aid to growers
A U.S. Congressman says lawmakers are closely watching how the Trump administration’s Farmer Bridge Assistance Program helps producers to determine whether additional support is needed. Michigan Republican John Moolenaar tells Brownfield, “Although this is a one-time payment, we’re going to continue to monitor what’s happening in our rural economy and make sure we do everything…… Continue Reading
Three new confirmed cases of HPAI in Indiana, more than 46,000 birds impacted since December 10th
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza continues to impact commercial poultry facilities in northern Indiana. The Indiana State Board of Animal Health says the latest cases have been detected on two commercial meat duck facilities in Noble and LaGrange Counties, and on commercial egg layer operation in LaGrange County. In total, more than 46,000 birds have been depopulated. A 6.2-mile control area and a…… Continue Reading
Butter and cheese boost U.S. dairy exports while milk powder shipments lag
The U.S. Dairy Export Council says shipments fell slightly in September, partly because of reduced demand from Mexico and Southeast Asia. Total U.S. dairy exports were down two percent in volume year over year, while values increased nine percent to $781 million. Cheese exports rose 35 percent for September, another month of record high sales.…… Continue Reading
Low river levels slow soybean traffic toward the Gulf
An ag transportation specialist says low water conditions continue to impact the lower Mississippi River. Mike Steenhoek is the executive director of the Soy Transportation Coalition and says, “We have received some precipitation over the last couple of months that has helped take the edge off, but we still have barge restrictions that have been…… Continue Reading
