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Soybeans lower, corn mixed following Liberation Day

Soybean futures closed lower, and corn was mixed a day after President Trump announced tariffs on dozens of U.S. trading partners. Farm management analyst Kent Thiesse with Green Solutions Group says the market is most likely reacting to new 34 percent tariffs on Chinese... Read More.

Concern over tariffs impact on soybean market share

The chairman of the Illinois Soybean Association says he has many worries regarding the new tariffs announced by the Trump administration. Ron Kindred, who farms in Logan County, tells Brownfield, “The concern is how long is it gonna last? How much pain is it... Read More.

Mixed response to tariff news

Soybeans ended the day lower amid tariff concerns.  May contracts were down 18 cents at $10.11 and 1/2. China is the top purchaser of soybeans in the world, and the 34 percent tariff on the country could create some hiccups in business moving forward. ... Read More.

NAWG’s Life Cycle Assessment showing advancements in sustainability 

The National Association of Wheat Growers says advancements in wheat production sustainability is helping meet growing demand. CEO of NAWG Chandler Goule says the recently released Life Cycle Assessment shows advancements in climate smart practices. “Through improved varieties of wheat, precision agriculture, and conservation programs,... Read More.

Ag groups hope for quick tariff resolutions

Agricultural groups are having mixed reactions to President Trump’s partial retaliatory tariffs. National Farmers Union President Rob Larew tells Brownfield pursuing fair trade is essential but, “There are a lot of ways to do that.” “Restoring mandatory country of origin labeling, for example, would really help distinguish the quality... Read More.

Minnesota dairy farmers interested in A2 milk

Some dairy farms are looking to capture a potential growth market. Sanchez Philocles with the Minnesota Agricultural Utilization Research Institute says A2 milk is a result of breeding exclusively for A2 so that no A1 beta-casein is present in the milk. “With this study... Read More.

Cattle, hog futures lower amind tariff concerns

At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were sharply lower amid concerns about tariff impacts.  The broader markets were also sharply lower on Thursday.  June live cattle closed $2.70 lower at $204.70 and August live cattle closed $2.75 lower at $2.75.  May... Read More.

Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: April 3, 2025

May corn closed at $4.57 and 1/2, 1/4 centsMay soybeans closed at $10.11 and 1/2, down 18 centsMay soybean meal closed at $287.20, up 80 centsMay soybean oil closed at 47.06, up 144 pointsMay wheat closed at $5.396, down 3 and 1/4 centsJun. live... Read More.

Spring rains can help alleviate dry conditions

Missouri Ag Director Chris Chinn says the recent rains are welcome and more is needed across a mostly dry state. “We are hopeful we’ll get more nice, gentle spring rains that will help pastures grow and be plentiful for hay cutting, but we also... Read More.
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