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Cattle futures higher ahead of cash trade

At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle ended the day higher, waiting on direct business to develop. December live cattle closed $.42 higher at $185.82 and February lives closed $.70 higher at $187.42.  January feeders closed $.30 higher at $244.32 and March... Read More.

Soybeans see strong close on soybean oil strength

Soybeans were higher on commercial and technical buying. There was also spillover from soybean oil, which was supported by the strength in palm oil. Export sales were down on the week, but larger than average at 74.9 million bushels, with China and unknown destinations... Read More.

Boozman: ag economic relief package being negotiated

The ranking member of the Senate Agriculture Committee says lawmakers have been working on an economic relief package to help farmers get through the tough farm economy. “The question is what can we get together to sell to the rest of Congress?” John Boozman... Read More.

Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: November 7, 2024

Dec. corn closed at $4.27 and 1/2, up 1 and 1/4 centsJan. soybeans closed at $10.26 and 1/4, up 22 and 1/2 centsDec. soybean meal closed at $298.50, up 10 centsDec. soybean oil closed at 48.32, up 198 pointsDec. wheat closed at $5.71 and... Read More.

Farm labor reforms coming from multiple angles

New farm labor legislation in the next Congress could bring relief for farmers. Michael Marsh with the National Council of Agricultural Employers tells Brownfield he’s optimistic farm labor reform his organization has developed can gain traction in the next Congress. “If we can get... Read More.

Researchers work to strengthen U.S. wine industry

A recent nationwide study finds labor and adapting to a changing climate are top challenges for the wine industry. Michigan State University Extension’s viticultural educator Esmaeil Nasrollahiazar tells Brownfield researchers hope identifying major issues will generate future USDA Specialty Crop Block Grant collaborations across... Read More.

Farmers more optimistic about the ag economy, but still show concerns

An ag economist says producers are showing optimism about improvements in the ag economy, but still hold concerns about current conditions. Jim Mintert is with Purdue’s Center for Commercial Agriculture. “Clearly people are still worried about those key factors of what it costs to put... Read More.

2024 a strong year for ethanol

2024 has been a strong year for the ethanol industry. Minnesota Biofuels Association executive director Brian Werner says ethanol stakeholders are in a position of strength. “We’ve seen great production numbers, we’ve seen great exports. Exports to Canada and other places around the world... Read More.

Tar spot gaining foothold in southern Illinois/Indiana

An agronomist with Golden Harvest says management of tar spot is on farmers minds as they plan for 2025. Nate Prater, who covers the southern third of Illinois and portions of southwestern Indiana, tells Brownfield… “We saw tar spot come in on some of... Read More.

Ohio Corn and Wheat focused on nationwide E15 in the lame duck

The executive director of the Ohio Corn and Wheat Growers Association wants Congress to pass the Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act in the lame duck. Tadd Nicholson tells Brownfield… “E15 is so bipartisan with a broad coalition of support that we hope... Read More.

Nationwide Insurance donates grain rescue tubes

A senior official with Nationwide Insurance says 58 rural fire departments in 32 states have received critical safety equipment. Laramie Sandquist, senior assistant vice president with Nationwide Agribusiness, says the company and its partners have provided the departments with grain rescue tubes. “It’s an... Read More.

Agriculture concerned tariffs will be part of Trump trade agenda

The return of Donald Trump to the White House has some in agriculture concerned tariffs will be a part of the incoming administration’s trade approach.  Compeer Financial vice president of legislative affairs Perry Aasness says President Trump has a track record of using tariffs,... Read More.
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