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- Marketing to the Masses
The Illinois Corn Marketing Board has long utilized corn checkoff funding to share the story of Illinois corn farmers with consumers. In this Managing for Profit, Lindsay Croke, director of communications and marketing with ICMB, discusses…
- Corn was weak overnight | Morning Market Minute
Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the mostly, modestly lower overnight trade in corn, soybeans, and wheat, and how cattle and hogs could start the session. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy an…
- Agriculture Today: June 1, 2026
Top stories on today's show include: -A former chief economist at the USDA says he’s watching to see if China follows through on its recent purchase commitments. -New World screwworm continues to create challenges for U.S. cattle producers…
- Cattle were higher Monday | Closing Market Minute
Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at Monday's gains in cattle, losses in wheat, and mixed finishes for corn, hogs, and soybeans. July corn $4.44 down $.02 and 3/4 July soybeans $11.80 and ¾ down $.06 July soyb…
- Ag Economist Breaks Down U.S.–China Trade Reality for Agriculture | Inside D.C.
Welcome to Inside D.C., where we break down how decisions in Washington shape the tools you use on your farm. This week, Brownfield’s Carah Hart talks with Joe Glauber with the International Food Policy Research Institute about the recent…
- Agriculture Today: May 18, 2026
Top stories on todays show include: -Corn and soybean futures are higher to start the week after the White House said China agreed to purchase at least $17 billion annually in U.S. ag products for the next three years. -Corn an…
- Double digit gains for corn, soybeans, and wheat | Closing Market Minute
July corn $4.77 up $.21 ¼ July soybeans $12.13 up $.36 July soybean meal $334.50 up $.20 July soybean oil 75.63 up 175 points July Chicago wheat $6.64 and 1/2 up $.28 and 3/4 June live cattle $253.37 down $.52 June lean hogs $98.52 down $.…
- Peterson: Farm Bill System Broken | Inside D.C.
Welcome to Inside D.C., where we break down how decisions in Washington shape the tools you use on your farm. This week, Brownfield’s Carah Hart talks with Collin Peterson about the future of the farm bill and growing concerns that U.S. ag…
- The Minnesota Porkcast: Grillfest - a summer treat featuring pork
2026 Minnesota Pork Promoter of the Year Lindsey Loken of Blondie’s Butcher Shop in Wanamingo, Minnesota, calls Grillfest the “Super Bowl of summer events” in Minnesota. She tells Brownfield that Minnesota Pork will be sponsoring the barbe…
- Soybeans Off to a Strong Start
Farmers are making good planting progress. In this Spotlight on Soybeans, Missouri Soybean Merchandising Council board member Darrell Aldridge says he's hoping to be done planting soybeans soon. Listen to learn more! See Privacy Policy at…
- Stabilize for Success
As farmers finish planting and prepare in-season nutrient management plans, Corteva Agriscience Market Development Specialist, Chris Kluemke, says spring nitrogen stabilization can pay dividends. He tells Brownfield Instinct NXTGEN nitroge…
- Soybeans and corn see strong gains overnight | Morning Market Minute
Brownfield's Meghan Grebner has a look at the strong moves in corn and soybeans overnight and has a look at where cattle and hog business could head this week. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice a…
- Favorite Hunts & Big Memories | Kent Boucher on Outdoor Adventures
On Outdoor Adventures, Iowa hunter Kent Boucher shares favorite memories and lessons from the 2025-26 hunting season, highlighting what made it stand out.
- Agriculture Today: May 15, 2026
The Agriculture Today show on May 15, 2026, discussed the US-China trade summit
- Cattle prices moved higher this week | Weekly Livestock Market Update
Meghan Grebner and Josh Maples discuss recent cattle market movements, considering geopolitical issues and market volatility. They also provide a preview of the upcoming Cattle on Feed report.
- Cattle were higher Friday | Closing Market Minute
On Friday, cattle prices saw an increase, while corn, hogs, soybeans, and wheat experienced losses. The episode details specific market figures for July corn, soybeans, soybean meal, soybean oil, Chicago wheat, June live cattle, and June l…
- Soybeans were lower overnight | Morning Market Minute
John Perkins reports on overnight market movements, noting losses in soybeans, corn, and wheat. The segment also touches on the potential closing trends for cattle and hogs.
- Roasting High-Oleic Soybeans
Dr. Lynn Davis, a Dairy Nutritionist, explains how roasting high-oleic soybeans can improve their protein digestibility for use in dairy feed rations.
- Agriculture Today: May 14, 2026
On the May 14, 2026, episode of Agriculture Today, a food economist reports the largest monthly food price increase in four years for April. The U.S. is projected to have its smallest winter wheat crop in almost fifty years, impacted by dr…
- Soybeans were sharply lower Thursday | Closing Market Minute
Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins discusses Thursday
- FCS Financial Field Notes: Helping farmers manage high input costs at planting
Chad McCullough from FCS Financial discusses how ag lenders can help farmers manage high input costs by regularly reviewing expenses and adjusting financial plans throughout the year.
- Soybeans fell sharply overnight | Morning Market Minute
Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins details overnight declines in soybean, corn, and wheat prices. The report also touches on factors that may influence the cattle and hog markets at the trading open.
- Agriculture Today: May 13, 2026
The May 13, 2026, Agriculture Today show covers the House vote to separate the E15 bill from the farm bill, anticipates close observation of U.S.-China trade negotiations by the ag industry, and discusses the enduring nature of the Make Am…
- Cattle were higher Wednesday | Closing Market Minute
The Wednesday market update from Brownfield Ag News reports gains in cattle, hogs, and soybeans, while wheat experienced losses. Corn finished the day with mixed results. Specific closing prices and changes for July corn, July soybeans, Ju…
- Appraisal Report: Farmland Near Manure Sources Fetches Premium Pricing - May 2026
David Kluck, Senior Certified Appraiser with Compeer, discusses a 25%-35% rise in southeast Wisconsin farmland values. This increase is driven by dairy operators competing for cropland situated near manure sources and nutrient management s…
- This succession planning exercise could change your operation’s future
Joy Kirkpatrick of the University of Wisconsin Extension discusses the "Cultivating Your Farm’s Future" workbook on the Next Gen Podcast. The episode covers how the workbook aids farm families in beginning succession planning through tools…
- Soybeans were higher overnight | Morning Market Minute
Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins reports on soybean price increases overnight. The market for corn and wheat was mixed, and Perkins provides an outlook for the cattle and hog markets.
- Agriculture Today: May 12, 2026
Agriculture Today discusses the USDA's updated crop stock estimates, the potential decision on year-round E15 fuel, farmer concerns regarding Mosaic's reduced phosphate production, and drought's effect on cattle herd management.
- Wheat was sharply higher Tuesday | Closing Market Minute
Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins discusses market changes on Tuesday, noting gains in wheat, corn, and soybeans, and losses in cattle and hogs. Specific price changes for July corn, soybeans, soybean meal, soybean oil, Chicago wheat,…
- Cleaning the Air with Corn
Aer-terra filters, using corn checkoff dollars, is developing corn-based air filters to increase domestic demand. Co-founder Mike Malloy explains the process.
- Corn was higher overnight | Morning Market Minute
Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins reports on higher overnight prices for corn, soybeans, and wheat, and anticipates the opening for cattle and hogs.
- Agriculture Today: May 11, 2026
An ag meteorologist notes an increasing likelihood of an El Nino weather pattern. Missouri’s attorney general seeks a Supreme Court resolution for livestock farmer interstate commerce issues. The U.S. House is set to vote on year-round E15…
- Prop 12: NPPC on the Fight Over Pork Production Rules | Inside D.C.
Inside D.C. discusses California’s Proposition 12, a rule impacting pork production. The episode features Pat Hord and Maria Zieba from the National Pork Producers Council, who spoke with Brownfield about the provision overturning Prop 12…
- Soybeans higher to start the week | Closing Market Minute
This episode provides a market update for July corn, soybeans, soybean meal, soybean oil, Chicago wheat, live cattle, and lean hogs, detailing their price changes and market movements at the start of the week.
- Waterhemp Pressure Growing
Kevin Bradley from the University of Missouri expresses growing concern over the prevalence of waterhemp seeds in Missouri soils. The episode is supported by Missouri Soybean Farmers.
- Teaming up with Enlist
Scott Pringnitz from Corteva Agriscience discusses the benefits of the Enlist weed control system for managing emerged weeds. He explains how tank mixing with residual herbicides offers additional modes of action for improved control.
- Soybeans, corn, and wheat all higher | Morning Market Minute
The episode discusses overnight market gains for soybeans, corn, and wheat, with a look ahead at potential cattle and hog market directions. Indexed from public RSS feeds.
- May catfishing tips with Spencer Bauer from River Certified
Spencer Bauer from River Certified shares advice on May catfishing practices, covering what to do and what not to do.
- Agriculture Today: May 8, 2026
This episode of Brownfield Ag News covers the U.S. agriculture industry's digestion of the EPA's draft fungicide strategy. It also discusses the possibility of China resuming beef purchases and Senator Chuck Grassley's encouragement regard…
- A mixed week for cattle markets | Weekly Livestock Market Update
Brownfield's Meghan Grebner and ag economist Kenny Burdine review the week's trends in cattle and hog markets. The discussion includes demand indicators, risk management, and methods for expanding the cattle herd.
- Soybeans were higher Friday | Closing Market Minute
Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins reports that soybeans, corn, and wheat prices increased on Friday. Cattle prices decreased, and hog prices showed mixed results by the end of the week. Specific market prices for July corn,…
- Growing High-Oleic Soybeans
Don Wyss, an Indiana soybean grower, shares how he increases the value of his land by cultivating high-oleic soybeans, which are suited for both food and feed markets.
- Soybeans higher overnight | Morning Market Minute
Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins covers the overnight rise in soybeans, steady trading in wheat, and declines in corn. The report also touches on the potential end-of-week trends for cattle and hogs.
- Agriculture Today: May 7, 2026
This episode covers the EPA's fungicide strategy, USDA's commitment to rural broadband, ongoing debate surrounding Prop 12, a new Indiana soybean facility aimed at increasing demand, and challenging conditions faced by some cattle producer…
- Cattle were lower Thursday | Closing Market Minute
Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins reviews the daily performance of major agricultural commodities, including reports of lower prices for cattle, corn, soybeans, and wheat. The episode notes a mostly firm finish for hogs and…
- Wheat moved lower overnight | Morning Market Minute
Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins discusses overnight decreases in wheat, soybeans, and corn prices, and previews the expected opening for cattle and hogs.
- Agriculture Today: May 6, 2026
This episode covers potential weather-related challenges for crops, research on planting depth and yields, the farm bill, and farmers' requests regarding trade negotiations.
- Soybeans were lower at midweek | Closing Market Minute
On Wednesday, soybeans, corn, wheat, and hogs experienced losses, while cattle finished mixed. Specific price changes for July corn, July soybeans, July soybean meal, July soybean oil, July Chicago wheat, June live cattle, and June lean ho…
- Corn was lower overnight | Opening Market Minute
John Perkins of Brownfield Ag News reports on overnight decreases in corn, soybeans, and wheat prices. The segment also touches on factors that may influence the cattle and hog markets.
- Why farm transitions fail without a business plan | Next Gen Podcast
This episode of the Next Gen Podcast discusses the importance of business planning and financial transparency in farm transitions. Renee Wiatt from Purdue University explains how these elements are critical for success and addresses reason…