Farm News

Nebraska Congressman says upcoming USMCA review will be crucial

Thursday, October 31

A U.S. Congressman from Nebraska says Mexico’s ban on genetically modified corn imports is a violation of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement. Adrian Smith tells Brownfield it’s a key item to consider in the upcoming six-year review of USMCA. “It actually speaks to why the... Read More.

Congress members seek USDA accountability in Pure Prairie Poultry failure

Thursday, October 31

A group of lawmakers is pressing the USDA for answers on its loan and grant oversight practices after a recent recipient, Pure Prairie Poultry, abruptly closed. Wisconsin Congressman Derrick Van Orden tells Brownfield the letter he and eight other members of the U.S. House and Senate... Read More.

Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: October 31, 2024

Thursday, October 31

Dec. corn closed at $4.10 and 3/4, down 3/4 centNov. soybeans closed at $9.82 and 1/2, up 6 centsDec. soybean meal closed at $299.50, down $2.10Dec. soybean oil closed at 45.14, up 133 pointsDec. wheat closed at $5.70 and 1/2, down 2 and 3/4... Read More.

Soybeans firm, with corn mixed, wheat down

Thursday, October 31

Soybeans were higher on fund and technical buying. Soybeans continued to be influenced by the strength in soybean and global vegetable oils, in addition to the bullish crush margins. The USDA’s monthly soybean crush numbers are out Friday. The USDA’s attaché in Argentina estimates... Read More.

2023 Irrigation and Water Management Survey Results

Thursday, October 31

By the U.S. Department of Agrigulture LINCOLN, Neb. — There were 212,714 farms with 53.1 million irrigated acres, which included 81 million acre-feet of water applied in the United States, according to the 2023 Irrigation and Water Management Survey results, published today by the U.S.... Read More.

Farmer-focused school food supply chain presents opportunities

Thursday, October 31

The chair of the National Farm to School Network says creating farmer-focused incentives could provide greater food supply chain resiliency. May Tsupros tells Brownfield, “In the United States, school food is the country’s largest restaurant.” “If we can invest in getting local food into... Read More.

USDA price indices fall in September

Thursday, October 31

Farmers made and paid less in September than August. The USDA says the index of prices received fell 5.6% with losses in cattle, hogs, market eggs, and lettuce against gains in corn, broilers, turkeys, and milk. The index of prices paid was down 0.2%... Read More.

Aquaculture is a growing market for U.S. soy

Thursday, October 31

The board chair of the Indiana Soybean Alliance says China’s growing demand for a sustainable and high-quality protein is an opportunity to expand U.S. soy exports. Kevin Cox tells Brownfield… “To see that big picture and to understand how it takes everybody doing their part... Read More.

Fall rains welcome for Kansas winter wheat

Thursday, October 31

The CEO of Kansas Wheat says the recent rains are welcome for the winter wheat crop. “The reports look to be anywhere from 1 to 1.5 inches in areas.” Justin Gilpin tells Brownfield storms and rain developed along I-35 in central Kansas into the... Read More.

Investing in prodution research benefits America’s soybean farmers

Thursday, October 31

A northeast Indiana farmer says continuing to invest soybean checkoff dollars into production research is crucial to the bottom line for farmers. Don Wyss, an Executive Committee member for the United Soybean Board, says it’s all about finding ways to improve performance without increasing... Read More.

Sustainable ag practices and food security

Thursday, October 31

Farmer leaders with the United Soybean Board have been meeting with global partners on food security challenges. North-central Iowa farmer April Hemmes tells Brownfield some developing countries have been seeking suggestions on ag production practices. “We take so much for granted on how we... Read More.

Global drought concerns catch attention of wheat market

Thursday, October 31

A market analyst says lower world wheat stocks are starting to catch the attention of the grain markets. Mike Zuzolo with Global Commodity Analytics and Consulting says there’s drought in top wheat growing countries like the United States, Australia and the Black Sea region.... Read More.