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USDA says U.S. will import more eggs

The USDA says the United States will temporarily import more eggs to help reduce costs at the grocery store. An agency spokesperson says Turkey has committed to increasing the number of eggs they send the United States from 70 million to 420 million this year.... Read More.

Federal uncertainties weighing on farm families

Farmers are concerned about uncertainties at the federal level. Minnesota Department of Agriculture Deputy Commissioner Andrea Vaubel says recent layoffs at USDA and questions about the farm bill and tax policies are causing stress on the farm. “There’s question around just the availability of... Read More.

H-2A labor reform pleas made during Senate Ag hearing

Ag leaders called for much-needed reform to the H-2A guest worker program as part of the Senate Ag Committee’s hearing on Wednesday. Texas farmer Bret Erickson testified on behalf of the International Fresh Produce Association. “We need controls on the cost of our labor,”... Read More.

Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: February 26, 2025

Mar. corn closed at $4.78 and 1/4, down 1 and 1/2 centsMar. soybeans closed at $10.24 and 1/2, down 6 and 3/4 centsMar. soybean meal closed at $293.40, down 40 centsMar. soybean oil closed at 44.97, down 47 pointsMar. wheat closed at $5.66, down... Read More.

Saskatchewan Ag Minister says U.S. remains vital customer of potash 

Saskatchewan’s Minister of Agriculture says trade with the U.S. is essential to the success of the crop protection industry. Daryl Harrison says the providence is the world’s largest producer of potash. “Our country is the number one agriculture export market for 27 U.S. states,” he... Read More.

Cattle futures mostly lower at midweek

At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live cattle were lower, and feeder cattle were mostly lower ahead of the week’s direct business, with boxed beef mixed during the session. April live cattle closed $1.10 lower at $194.62 and June lives closed $.97 lower at $191.27. ... Read More.

Butter and cheese stocks grow in January

There was more cheese and butter in cold storage at the end of January. USDA’s National Ag Statistics Service says natural cheese stocks were up 1% from December, but down 6% from a year ago. A total of 1.37 billion pounds of natural cheese... Read More.

Added protections for Indiana grain farmers

The chair of the Indiana Senate Ag Committee says more needs to be done to protect grain farmers. Jean Leising is the co-author of Senate Bill 461. “This makes it more specific in the law for when the license for that dealership can be revoked,”... Read More.

Consumer sentiment declines significantly in February

An ag economist says consumers are becoming more cautious in their spending. University of Missouri’s Ben Brown says that could have an impact on agriculture. “I think that trickles into ethanol consumption or traveling,” he said. “I think it feeds into beef, pork and... Read More.

Illinois stressing poultry biosecurity amidst avian flu outbreaks

The Illinois state veterinarian says poultry producers need to ensure strict biosecurity measures as the nation continues to deal with outbreaks of highly pathogenic avian influenza. Dr. Mark Ernst says the state has confirmed four cases of the disease since late last year. “Had... Read More.

Red meat, poultry stocks fall in January

Red meat and poultry stocks tightened during January. That was due to changes in production and generally good demand. The USDA says the 893.726 million pounds of red meat in cold storage at the start of February were down 6% on the year, with... Read More.

Brownfield expands Agriculture Today product line 

Jefferson City, Missouri (February 21, 2025) – For years, subscribers have relied upon Brownfield’s Agriculture Today e-newsletter as a daily source of agricultural news and information. In recent weeks, we have added a daily audio program to enhance Brownfield’s Agriculture Today suite of products.  The Agriculture... Read More.