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Year of caution

The president of the Illinois Farm Bureau says his farming operation is approaching 2025 with caution. Brian Duncan, who raises grain and livestock in Ogle County, tells Brownfield capital expenditures are being scrutinized. “Caution until we see some solid direction on some of these... Read More.

Is 2025 the year a nationwide E15 standard gets done?

There’s some optimism a federal solution for year-round E15 will get across the finish line this year. Lance Lillibridge, a past president of the Iowa Corn Growers Association, says the fuel blend offers a variety of benefits. “There is no logical reason whatsoever why... Read More.

CONAB corn, soybean estimates hold above last year

Brazil’s equivalent of the USDA continues to project a year-to-year increase in corn and soybean production. CONAB’s latest guess for Brazil’s soybean crop is 166.014 million tons, 0.2% lower than in January, but still up 12.4% on the year thanks to increased acreage and... Read More.

The timing of the rain will matter this year

With a La Niña in place, precipitation could be sparse throughout much of the Corn Belt.   CattleFax meteorologist Matt Makens tells Brownfield, “Whether it be early May, mid-May, late may, early June, whenever you need that water, it’s got to be well timed... Read More.

Soybean meal sales hit marketing year high

The USDA is reporting a big week of export sales for a couple of key commodities. Soybean meal during the week ending January 30th hit a marketing year high on strong global demand for that feedstuff, while pork was up sharply on the week... Read More.

Broiler numbers down on week, still up on year

Broiler sets and placements remain ahead of 2024. The USDA says 248.138 million broiler-type eggs went into incubation, down 1.138 million on the week, but still up 2% on the year, with average hatchability hanging just below 80%. 191.88 million chicks entered meat production,... Read More.

Ethanol production, stocks rise on week, year

U.S. ethanol production roared back last week. The U.S. Energy Information Administration says production averaged 1.112 million barrels per day, up 97,000 on the week and 79,000 on the year. That week-to-week rise was due to a combination of better weather and slightly better... Read More.

Crop farmer expects another year in the red

A Wisconsin crop farmer is expecting another year without profit. Ken Rosenow raises corn and soybeans near Oconomowoc and works with the U.S. Grains Council.  He tells Brownfield the numbers don’t look good for 2025 right now. “I’ve got quite a few things bought... Read More.

McPherson College Athletics Recognized as Volunteer of the Year

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson YMCA and McPherson Recreation Commission recognized the McPherson College Athletic Department as the 2024 Volunteer of the Year. An awards luncheon was held on January 28 at the McPherson Opera House.“Through unwavering dedication, compassionate hearts, and an unrelenting commitment... Read More.
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