Farm News

Brown stem rot impacting some Illinois soybeans

Monday, October 14

An east central Illinois farmer says brown stem rot had a major impact on some of his soybeans. B.J. DeAth, who’s row crop and cattle operation is based in Vermillion County, says the fungal pathogen was very variety specific. “I happen to have one... Read More.

Promising future for U.S. ethanol exports

Monday, October 14

The USDA’s Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs says ethanol exports should be a bright spot for years to come. Alexis Taylor says market expansion for U.S. biofuels has been strong, and the Philippines could be an important trading partner in 2025.... Read More.

Pioneer Media Event – Iowa Foundation for Agricultural Advancement Donation

Monday, October 14

Brownfield’s Brent Barnett covers the Iowa Foundation for Agricultural Advancement Donation. The post Pioneer Media Event – Iowa Foundation for Agricultural Advancement Donation appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. Pioneer Media Event – Iowa Foundation for Agricultural Advancement Donation

Combine Cleanout

Monday, October 14

As farmers harvest this fall, Corteva Agriscience Enlist Field Specialist Tony Goede says it’s important to clean your combine between fields as studies show a typical combine will store up to 200 pounds of field residue. He tells Brownfield proper cleanout can prevent the spread... Read More.

Spotlight on Soybeans Podcast Ep. 8 | Research Requests for Proposals

Monday, October 14

Missouri Soybean is looking to maximize research efforts for soybean farmers across Missouri. In this Spotlight on Soybeans Podcast, experts with MO Soy explain their survey to determine what research strategy would provide the best return on investment for soybean farmers, increase production on... Read More.

National Milk Producers Federation CEO says USDA’s FMMO update “badly needed”

Monday, October 14

The USDA will release final recommendations for new Federal Milk Marketing Orders in November. Gregg Doud, president and CEO of the National Milk Producers Federation tells Brownfield… “This was so badly needed. It’s cost everybody a huge amount of money and lawyers in the... Read More.

Down day for soybeans, corn, wheat post-USDA reports

Saturday, October 12

Soybeans were lower on fund and technical selling, adding to the week’s lower finish. The USDA’s 2024 production guess was slightly lower than last month, but up 10% from last year, with no change to U.S. ending stocks. Slightly higher beginning stocks canceled out... Read More.

Cash cattle trade ends week with scattered business

Saturday, October 12

Chicago Mercantile Exchange live cattle futures were mostly lower and feeders were mostly higher, watching corn and waiting to see if there was any direct business left to be done. December live was down $.70 at $187.57 and February was $.67 lower at $188.20.... Read More.

Winter wheat planting 180 from last year

Saturday, October 12

A wheat educator says winter wheat this fall is potentially setting up farmers for a solid 2025. Dennis Pennington is with Michigan State University Extension. “If you’re late planting, there’s no amount of management that you can ever do that will make up for... Read More.

Pair of K-State research initiatives aimed at food as medicine, biomanufacturing

Saturday, October 12

The dean and CEO at Kansas State University-Olathe says a new research initiative is putting a focus on food as medicine. Ben Wolfe tells Brownfield… “We’re really looking at how our expertise in how we look at food production impacts food choice, nutrition, and... Read More.

Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: October 11, 2024

Saturday, October 12

Dec. corn closed at $4.15 and 3/4, down 2 and 3/4 centsNov. soybeans closed at $10.05 and 1/2, down 9 and 1/4 centsDec. soybean meal closed at $315.10, down $1.00Dec. soybean oil closed at 43.33, down 43 pointsDec. wheat closed at $5.99, down 4... Read More.

Ag Community Relief rallies hurricane support

Saturday, October 12

A network of agricultural communities is linking up to deliver much-needed resources to farm families impacted by Hurricane Helene. Matt Schaller, president of the Michigan-based nonprofit Ag Community Relief, tells Brownfield they’ve partnered with North Carolina State University Extension and Tennessee Cattlemen’s Association. “The... Read More.