On this episode of Weekly Livestock Market Update, Brownfield's Meghan Grebner talks with Mississippi State University ag economist Josh Maples about April live cattle gaining $7.70 this week. Market highlights: Live steer prices ended the week at $196.90/cwt for the 5-market average which was down 75 cents from a week ago. The April live cattle fu…

The Crop Science division of Bayer has announced the introduction of Vyconic™ soybeans, a new trait technology that will be the first to feature five herbicide tolerances all in one breakthrough trait. Cyndi Young spoke with North American Soybean Business Lead Kacy Perry at the unveiling. Vyconic soybeans have an anticipated market introduction in…

On this episode, we’ll learn about Canada’s latest retaliatory move against the U.S. amid the ongoing trade war, U.S. Congresswoman Ashley Hinson’s take on the trade war situation and what it means for producers long-term, the uncertainties farmers are facing as the growing season nears, and we’ll hear an interview report with Jim Mintert from Purd…

Brownfield's Meghan Grebner visited with Missouri Corn Growers Association Chief Executive Officer Bradley Schad at the 2025 Commodity Classic in Denver, Colorado. Schad tells Brownfield one of the policies brough forth by the Missouri delegation during Corn Congress was a push for the Secretary of Agriculture to have a seat on the Committee on For…

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher moves in cattle, hogs, and corn, the mixed finish for soybeans, and the losses in wheat. Closing numbers: » May corn $4.69 and ¼ up $.05 and 1/4 » May soybeans $10.25 down $.02 and 1/4 » May soybean meal $304.40 down $.50 » May soybean oil 43.42 up 25 points » May Chicago…

Renner Ag Solutions is an ag safety company that is developing a replacement for bin sweeps. Founder and Iowa farmer Caleb Renner tells Mark Dorenkamp the net automatically unloads a bin and the farmer does not have to enter during the load out process. A functional prototype that could be ready this summer. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/…

On this episode of Outdoor Adventures, Minnesota hunter Shane Simpson joins Brent Barnett for a conversation about the upcoming spring turkey season. They discuss the advantages and disadvantages of hunting early in the season, as well as the differences in hunting turkeys in Southern states compared to the Midwest. See Privacy Policy at https://ar…

Brownfield's Erin Anderson visited with United Soybean Board director Don Wyss at the 2025 Commodity Classic in Denver, Colorado. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher start for cattle, the initial losses in soybeans and wheat, and the mixed opens in corn and hogs. What to watch: » Soybeans and corn are watching South American weather. » Wheat is seeing some profit taking. » Cattle are up despite steady to lower cash. » Hogs are keeping…

On this episode of Agriculture Today, we’ll learn about the latest trade news involving the U.S., Mexico, and Canada, we’ll also dive into some avian influenza updates across the country, U.S. ethanol exports, and what soybean growers were discussing at the Commodity Classic in Denver, Colorado this week. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/pri…

Brownfield's Brent Barnett visited with southwest Iowa farmer Jeff Jorgensen at the 2025 Commodity Classic in Denver, Colorado. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the daily gains in soybeans, corn, and wheat, the losses in cattle, and the mixed end to the session for hogs. Closing numbers: » May corn $4.64 up $.08 and 1/4 » May soybeans $10.27 and ¼ up $.15 and 1/2 » May soybean meal $304.90 up $5.10 » May soybean oil 43.17 up 18 points » May…

Brownfield's Meghan Grebner visited with American Soybean Association president Caleb Ragland at the 2025 Commodity Classic in Denver, Colorado. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher start in soybeans, the mixed activity in corn and wheat, and the losses in cattle and hogs. What to watch: » Soybeans are looking at solid product demand. » Corn and wheat are consolidating. » Cattle continue to wait for direct business. » Hogs are pressured by pork and p…

2025 could be a tough financial year as farmers navigate higher input costs, machinery prices, rising interest rates, and more. On this episode of Managing for Profit, an agronomy expert with AgroLiquid advises how growers can allocate their fertilizer dollars to weather this economic challenge. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and C…

On this episode of Agriculture Today, we’ll learn about Trump’s appearance before Congress, more reaction on the Trump administration’s tariffs, impacts of government firings, potential issues for Brazil’s safrinha crop, a proposed 2 4-D ban in one I-state, the latest on farm financials, and special reports from the 2025 Commodity Classic in Denver…

Brownfield's Brent Barnett visited with Iowa Corn Growers Association president Stu Swanson at the 2025 Commodity Classic in Denver, Colorado. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week Will and Ben break down USDA's record ag trade deficit projection and incoming US ag export tariffs. Market recap (changes on week as of Friday's close): » May 2025 corn down $.36 at $4.69 » December 2025 corn down $.15 at $4.55 » May 2025 soybeans down $.32 at $10.25 » November 2025 soybeans down $.30 at $10.29 » May soybean oil down 3.2…

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the gains in cattle, hogs, soybeans, and wheat, and the mostly firm finish for corn. Closing numbers: » May corn $4.55 and ¾ up $.04 and 1/4 » May soybeans $10.11 and ¾ up $.12 and 3/4 » May soybean meal $299.80 up $6.30 » May soybean oil 42.99 up 15 points » May Chicago wheat $5.48…

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the early gains in wheat, cattle, and hogs, and the mostly firm opens for soybeans and corn. What to watch: » Soybeans and corn are waiting for more tariff developments. » Wheat is oversold and due for a bounce. » Cattle are getting ready for widespread direct business. » Hogs have …

The DEKALB® corn and Asgrow® soybean brands recognized their 2024 yield winners during Commodity Classic earlier this week in Denver, Colorado. In this episode of Managing for Profit, DEKALB Brand Manager Jamie Horton and Asgrow Brand Manager Brittany Eubank discuss the winning performance of these farmers. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/p…

On this episode of Agriculture Today, we’ll learn about the latest impact of the Trump administration’s tariffs, countries taking retaliation on ag goods, tariffs already affecting ethanol exports, as well as an update on Mississippi River levels, the Panama Canal debate, NOAA disruptions anticipated, and special reports from the 2025 Commodity Cla…

Brownfield's Meghan Grebner interviews Nebraska farmer Jan Tenbensel at the 2025 Commodity Classic in Denver, Colorado. Tenbensel encourages attendees to sign the National Corn Growers Association petition, which asks Congressional leadership to act on a legislative pathway to year-round E15. He adds, "Farmers need a steady, reliable market for our…

In this Pods for Profit, we’ll meet the CEO of Quality Roasting, which is expanding facilities in Michigan. Erin Davis shares more about their company and how the demand for high oleic soybeans is increasing farmer premiums. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-inf…

The Bass Pro Fitness Series began its partnership with the Missouri Beef Industry Council in 2011 and has been bringing research-based nutrition information about beef ever since. In this episode, Melissa Bondy shares why this partnership is good for those who participate in the series and for Missouri’s beef cattle producers. See Privacy Policy at…

On this episode of Agriculture Today, we’ll learn about the latest in trade priorities and tariffs, a proposed H-2A wage freeze bill, rollercoaster Midwestern weather, pork margins improving, staffing challenges at U.S. EPA, and special reports from the 2025 Commodity Classic in Denver, Colorado. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and …

Brownfield's Erin Anderson interviews Todd Vance, Channel technical agronomist based in southwest Minnesota, during Bayer's Media Event at the 2025 Commodity Classic, in Denver, Colorado. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

Samuel Majeske was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his commitment and passion on and off the field and court. What he loves most about high school sports is being a part of a team, working together, and supporting one another through not only the season but also through life's ups and downs. He obtained the honor of serving as team capt…

Colton Hagner was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his commitment and passion on and off the field and mat. What he loves most about high school sports is the camaraderie of playing football with his best friends, the individualism of wrestling alone on the mat, and the feeling, fun, and celebration of hitting one over the fence. He love…

Emma Moller was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for her commitment and passion on and off the court and field. What she loves most about high school sports is that even when she thinks she can't go further, she gets up and plays. She plays for herself, her team, and the younger kids looking up to her. Her participation in high school sports…

Isaac Detty was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his commitment and passion on and off the course, field, and pools. The thing he loves most about high school sports is being able to spend time with his friends in cross country and being able to run and compete together. Isaac competes in cross country, track, and swim. Outside of sports…

Sophia Nelson was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for her commitment and passion on and off the course and field. What she loves most about high school sports is the family that she makes with her teammates. Everyone is always so supportive of each other and they encourage her. She has made many good friends from high school sports and has …

Anistasia Smith was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for her commitment and passion on and off the court and field. What she loves most about high school sports is the friendships she has made and the confidence and passion she has built from playing sports. Anistasia competes in basketball, volleyball, and softball. She has also been involv…

Lacy Schilmiller was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for her commitment and passion on and off the range. What she loves most about high school sports is how they bring excitement and challenging possibilities to life for all who participate. Lacy believes all school sports provide a mental break from schoolwork and she can put forth the be…

Braden Moore was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his commitment and passion on and off the court and course. One of the things that he likes most about high school sports is the constant competitive atmosphere. The thrill of victory pushes him to succeed. Knowing that his teammates are just as willing to support each other as much as he…

Missouri Soybeans marketing mission identified export connections to a Mexico-based processor, reinforced by a Panama-based producer's shipment. Focus is on relationship building and market growth. Learn more at mosoy.org and the Spotlight on Soybeans podcast. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://…

Savannah Lucas was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for her commitment and passion on and off the court and field. The thing she loves most about high school sports is being able to play with her friends and grow together. She loves her coaches, especially her softball coach, and the whole town supports her no matter how good it how bad her …

Jacob Hurd was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his commitment and passion on and off the field and court. The thing he loves most about high school sports is how they teach him lessons and prepare him for the real world. It teaches him discipline and how to manage everyday life. It helps him learn how to work well with a team and how to…

Kolton Small was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his commitment and passion on and off the field and court. He loves high school sports because they offer so much more than just competition. They teach life lessons throughout his entire journey. His favorite part is the process it takes to be successful. From early morning practices to …

In this Spotlight on Soybeans, listen in on Missouri Soybeans' successful marketing mission to Mexico and Panama, which highlighted the importance of personal relationships in international trade. The mission aimed to build trust and secure long-term demand for Missouri soybeans. Positive feedback from key customers emphasized the quality and relia…

Saela Steege was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for her commitment and passion on and off the court, field, and course. She loves high school sports for many reasons, as it teaches her about the power of a positive attitude, hard work, humility, self-motivation, discipline, and the importance of steadfast faith through all of it. Mostly, s…

As farmers plan out their weed management strategies, Corteva Agriscience Market Development Specialist Scott Pringnitz says preparing an effective strategy for controlling early emerging weeds is a key to success this year. He tells Brownfield a full program approach will help growers keep fields clean all season long. See Privacy Policy at https:…

On this episode of Weekly Livestock Market Update, Brownfield's Meghan Grebner talks with University of Kentucky ag economist Kenny Burdine about cold storage and trade. Market highlights: The 5-market average fed steer price was down by about $1.50 this week, averaging $198 as of Friday morning. Volume was light, but the live cattle board was down…

On this episode of Agriculture Today, we'll learn about the current state of farm credit conditions, the Poultry Federation's reaction to the USDA's new avian influenza response plan, how livestock viruses are impacting producers in Minnesota, and an update on President Trump's staffing cuts at the National Weather Service - of the potential impact…

On this episode of Outdoor Adventures, Brownfield’s Brent Barnett goes on a shed antler hunt with First Gen Hunter Podcast host Kent Boucher. They were able to find a couple sheds on some Iowa public land! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the declines in cattle, soybeans, corn, wheat, and hogs. Closing numbers: » March corn $4.53 and ½ down $.11 and 1/4 » March soybeans $10.11 and ½ down $.11 and 1/4 » March soybean meal $291.70 up $.80 » March soybean oil 43.53 down 122 points » March Chicago wheat $5.37 down $.09 a…