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USDA all hay production estimate slightly lower

The USDA has cut its outlook for total 2024 hay production slightly. All other hay production is currently pegged at 72.871 million tons, 1.669 million less than the August guess due to a slight decline in the monthly yield figure, down 0.4 to 2.03... Read More.

Dairy price weakens in latest report

The USDA has pulled back its expectations for higher milk prices. In its latest supply and demand report, the department says lower milk production per cow is expected through the end of next year. Recently low butter and cheese prices however have negatively impacted... Read More.

Hinson focused on Mexico’s GM corn ban

Some members of Congress are closely watching for an upcoming decision regarding Mexico’s ban on genetically modified corn imports. U.S. Congresswoman Ashley Hinson says a ruling in favor of U.S. corn producers would be the right call. “I’m hoping that decision goes the right... Read More.

Taylor says U.S. ag trade moving in the right direction

USDA Under Secretary Alexis Taylor says 2024 has been an important year for U.S. agricultural trade. “This year is projected to be the third highest on record for U.S. food and agricultural exports. Just two years ago was actually the record.” She tells Brownfield... Read More.

South Dakota lawmaker remembered for ag-impact

A former U.S. Senator from South Dakota, Tim Johnson, passed away this week due to complications following a stroke. He served Congress for nearly 30 years and is responsible for several ag-focused efforts, including Mandatory Country of Origin Labeling, the Renewable Fuel Standard and... Read More.

Yield changes impact cotton, rice crop projections

The USDA’s adjustments to 2024 cotton and rice production estimates are based on yield changes. This year’s upland cotton crop is seen at 13.685 million bales, 2% below September on a cut in yield, now at 778 pounds per acre, but 16% above 2023... Read More.

No big surprises in USDA report, markets trading weather

A commodities economist says there weren’t many surprises in the October USDA report. USDA raised U.S. corn production and lowered U.S. soybean production slightly and Arlan Suderman with StoneX Group says there’s not much to update on U.S. ending stocks. “We’re amply supplied with... Read More.

Storms affect cotton yield and quality in MO Bootheel

A farmer in the Missouri Bootheel says Tropical Storms Francine and Helene haven’t done any favors for the cotton crop this fall. Barry Bean from Pemiscot County says most of the area has experienced cotton losses following some wind and up to 14 inches... Read More.

More fall calves coming to market due to dryness

The owner of a cattle auction barn in western South Dakota says the dry conditions mean more cattle are coming to town. “They’re definitely moving early.” Justin Tupper with St. Onge Livestock Company says the area hasn’t had good moisture for the last two... Read More.

2024 USDA sorghum crop estimate up on month

The USDA has increased its expectations for 2024 U.S. sorghum production. This year’s crop is now pegged at 304.61 million bushels, up 2.665 million from September on a slightly higher average yield guess, up .04 to 57.7 bushels per acre. with no changes to... Read More.

Farmers look to weeding robots as herbicide resistance solution

A new survey by the Illinois Center for Digital Agriculture finds more than half of corn farmers would adopt weeding robots. Ag economist Shadi Attallah says the prevalence of herbicide resistance weeds is a major factor. “We looked at two situations here, a $40,000... Read More.

Relatively good soybean yields in central Iowa

A west-central Iowa farmer is pleased with soybean yields. Brent Johnson is from Calhoun County. “Wrapped up beans last week, had a really good year. Yields in this part of the state were very good considering it’s kind of hard to grow soybeans in... Read More.
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