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Climatologist gives update on Mississippi, Ohio River levels

Tuesday, October 1

A climatologist says water levels along some portions of the Mississippi River have increased due to recent rain events stemming from Hurricane Helene. Dennis Todey says the higher river levels could be beneficial for ag transportation. “Some of those heavier rainfalls out in the...

Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: October 1, 2024

Tuesday, October 1

Dec. corn closed at $4.29, up 4 and 1/4 centsNov. soybeans closed at $10.57 and 1/4, up 1/4 centDec. soybean meal closed at $347.50, up $5.90Dec. soybean oil closed at 42.91, down 40 pointsDec. wheat closed at $5.99, up 15 centsDec. live cattle closed...

Biden admin announces $26.7B in market access for U.S. ag producers

Tuesday, October 1

Pictured: Chief Ag Negotiator Doug McKalip (Brownfield photo) The chief ag negotiator in the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative says the Biden administration has secured more than $26.7 billion in agricultural market access for the ag industry. Doug McKalip tells Brownfield, “The nation...

Ambassador McKalip discusses port strike situation

Tuesday, October 1

The U.S. Trade Representative’s Office has been monitoring the ongoing port strike situation along the East and Gulf Coasts. Chief ag negotiator Doug McKalip tells Brownfield a resolution is needed soon. “There is a lot of work going into this current situation. Certainly, the...

October is Pork Month

Tuesday, October 1

October is Pork Month and Minnesota Pork Producers Association president Daryl Timmerman tells Brownfield the industry has a lot to celebrate. “It’s a great opportunity to think about folks in the barn, folks that are involved with kind of the community as far as...

Soybean crush, corn for ethanol use down on month

Tuesday, October 1

The U.S. soybean crush was down in August. The USDA says 168 million bushels of soybeans were crushed during August 2024, falling 25 million from July and 1 million from August 2023. Those declines were due to some plants performing seasonal maintenance ahead of...

National Nematode Day

Tuesday, October 1

Today is National Nematode Day. Ohio State University soybean pathologist Horacio Lopez-Nicora says the SCN Coalition strategically selected October first to bring attention to soybean cyst nematode. “It’s when most of our growers are starting, in the midst of, or wrapping up soybean harvest....

Farmer sentiment drops to its lowest level since 2016

Tuesday, October 1

Purdue University ag economist says farmers sentiment has reached it’s lowest level since 2016 in the latest Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer. He says the decline can be attributed to increased concerns about lower crop and livestock prices. “To put that in perspective, about...

Illinois cattle producer optimistic

Tuesday, October 1

A north central Illinois producer says things are going well in the cattle industry. David Mool, who raises beef cattle and row crops in McLean County, says he’s optimistic the market will hold. “I don’t envision this cow herd growing, and we certainly aren’t...

Bipartisan cohort of U.S. lawmakers form Sustainable Aviation Caucus

Tuesday, October 1

A bipartisan group of U.S. Senators has formed the Sustainable Aviation Caucus to aid in the advancement of the industry. Kansas Republican Jerry Moran will serve as the caucus chair… “Again it’s one more market for agriculture commodities. We’ve got to make up this...

Risk protection key in down price environment

Tuesday, October 1

A Minnesota farmer is stressing the importance of risk protection amid low commodity prices and high input costs. Darin Johnson says it’s a tough environment for marketing corn and soybeans. “As we figure break-evens looking into this next year, we are well below the...

Prairie Farms Dairy acquires Ohio-based SmithFoods

Tuesday, October 1

Illinois-based cooperative Prairie Farms Dairy has acquired Orrville, Ohio-based SmithFoods. SmithFoods operates under the retail brand Smith and are known for their plant-based dairy products. SmithFoods says the shared values of Prairie Farms Dairy will ensure success for years to come. Both companies say...