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Brownfield Ag News · Jul 28, 2026
As farmers gear up for the growing season, the spotlight is on corn diseases that could threaten yields. Agronomist Eric Solberg emphasizes the importance of scouting fields for issues like southern rust, which has...
AgriTalk · Jul 28, 2026
Could the grain markets be on the verge of a significant recovery? After a tough day of selling, both grain and cattle markets are showing signs of an upside rebound. The latest crop progress...
Brownfield Ag News · Jul 28, 2026
Could the variability in crop maturity across Indiana lead to unexpected harvest challenges this fall? A farmer from west central Indiana, Kevin Cox, highlights significant differences in crop conditions throughout the state. While early-planted...
Brownfield Ag News · Jul 28, 2026
What happens to cash rents when profit margins are under pressure? As farmers face squeezed profits from rising production costs for corn and soybeans, cash rent negotiations this fall could be more complex than...
Brownfield Ag News · Jul 28, 2026
As southern rust advances into central Iowa, farmers are left wondering how to respond. Iowa State University Extension plant pathologist Daren Mueller reports that the disease has been identified in several counties, with new...
AgriTalk · Jul 28, 2026
Could a significant drop in crop ratings be the catalyst for a market shift? Recent reports indicate that national corn ratings fell by 4% and soybean ratings dropped by 3%, prompting discussions about potential...
Brownfield Ag News · Jul 28, 2026
Could the recent uptick in soybean prices signal a shift in market dynamics? Soybeans saw gains driven by short covering and technical buying, even as the USDA reported a 3% drop in the national...
Brownfield Ag News · Jul 28, 2026
Could recent price movements in corn and cattle be a sign of changing market dynamics? September corn rose to $4.58 and 1/2, gaining 6 and 3/4 cents, while August live cattle increased by $2.25...
Southern Ag Today · Jul 29, 2026
What if the highest posted price for grain isn't the best deal? Producers must consider various factors like grain moisture, delivery distance, and wait times that can significantly affect their net returns. For instance,...
Brownfield Ag News · Jul 29, 2026
What if a sudden shift in weather could change the fate of Midwestern crops? This week, temperatures in the western Corn Belt are expected to cool, creating favorable conditions for summer crops that are...
Brownfield Ag News · Jul 29, 2026
As drought conditions worsen in South Dakota, growers are left wondering how it will affect their crops this season. Agronomist Stu Carlson notes that many corn and soybean producers are facing increasingly dry conditions,...
Brownfield Ag News · Jul 29, 2026
Could the recent spike in U.S. ethanol production indicate a shift in market trends? Last week, production averaged 1.133 million barrels per day, marking the second highest level on record, with a notable increase...