Farm News

Nebraska crops performing well as heatwave sets in

Monday, July 29

A northeast Nebraska farmer says she’s had plenty of precipitation up until now and her crops have benefitted. Anne Meis says they are heading into what could be an extended, hot dry period. But, she’s prepared. “We are turning to our center pivots and we are getting the water...

Corteva urges farmers to scout in August

Monday, July 29

A crop protection specialist in South Dakota says early August is a critical time to scout fields. Jon Verhelst with Corteva Agriscience says, “If you haven’t been in a cornfield in a while, it’s probably worth taking a peek out there and seeing what’s...

Warm, dry stretch allows for progress in Minnesota fields

Monday, July 29

A week of hot, dry weather allowed Minnesota farmers to cut hay and harvest small grains. USDA’s latest weekly crop report says the second cutting of alfalfa reached 72 percent, with all hay condition rated 71 percent good to excellent. Spring wheat harvest is...

Cattle, hog futures start the week lower

Monday, July 29

At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were sharply lower ahead of the week’s direct business. August live cattle closed $1.60 lower at $186.97 and October lives closed $1.75 lower at $186.80. August feeder cattle closed $3.27 lower at $256.42 and September...

Drought in Indiana causes increased disease pressure

Monday, July 29

A southern Indiana farmer says drought conditions in his area caused an increase in disease pressure. Ben Kron tells Brownfield his crops are starting to see the impact. “We have noticed here since we walked about two weeks ago,” he says. “Our southern rust...

USDA NASS Kansas Crop Progress and Condition: For the Week Ending July 28, 2024

Monday, July 29

By the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Northern Plains Region MANHATTAN, Kan. — For the week ending July 28, 2024, there were 6.6 days suitable for fieldwork, according to the USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service. Topsoil moisture supplies rated 13%...

Crop development ahead of curve in Iowa

Monday, July 29

Corn and soybean development remain slightly ahead of normal in Iowa. USDA’s latest weekly crop update says corn silking hit 85 percent this week, two days ahead of the five-year average. Two percent has hit the dent stage, with 77 percent in good to...

Arkansas crops doing well

Monday, July 29

Arkansas crops remain strong after a mostly-dry week. All of the state’s corn is silking, with 87% in the dough stage, 68% dented, and 17% of the crop mature. Twenty-six percent of the Arkansas corn is in excellent condition, with 50% rated good and...

Lack of rainfall leaves Ohio crops feeling dry

Monday, July 29

An Ohio farmer and United Soybean Board chair says his crops are feeling the pressure from the lack of recent rainfall. Steve Reinhard says his area is dry. “We’re a little bit on the dry side, just getting into that moderate drought territory, but...

Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: July 29, 2024

Monday, July 29

Sep. corn closed at $3.96 and 1/4, up 1 and 3/4 centsAug. soybeans closed at $10.54 and 3/4, down 22 and 3/4 centsAug. soybean meal closed at $355.50, up $2.20Aug. soybean oil closed at 42.84, down 82 pointsSep. wheat closed at $5.31, up 7...

Farm Rescue seeks more volunteers

Monday, July 29

A leader with the non-profit Farm Rescue says more volunteers are needed as the organization expands. Senior development officer Tim Sullivan says they are expecting a record setting year assisting farm and ranch families that have experienced a major injury, illness or natural disaster....

Michigan crops developing rapidly

Monday, July 29

Michigan crops declined over the past week while progress is ahead of last year and the five-year average. Sanilac County farmer Scott Wilson tells Brownfield, “The soybeans are well into the R3, R4 production stage.” “Corn is currently being sprayed for fungicide to kind...