Track corn acreage, irrigation capacity, grain storage, yield talk, basis, crop rotation, and water limitations across the United States.
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Brownfield Ag News · Aug 3, 2026
What happens when extreme heat meets drought in Southwest Kansas? Farmers are reporting significant crop failures, particularly in corn and sorghum, due to ongoing drought conditions. Gary Millershaski, a local farmer, described his corn...
Brownfield Ag News · Aug 3, 2026
Could this year’s low disease pressure in Nebraska signal a positive outcome for corn yields? An east-central Nebraska farmer, Ryan Preister, notes that while there is some variability in his corn crop, disease pressure...
Brownfield Ag News · Aug 3, 2026
Could the inclusion of a nationwide year-round E15 provision in the farm bill signal a significant shift in agricultural policy? The U.S. Senate Ag Committee chairman, John Boozman, explained that this legislation was added...
Brownfield Ag News · Aug 3, 2026
Could recent price movements in grain markets signal a shift in trends? September corn and wheat prices have risen, with corn up 8.5 cents to $4.49 and wheat increasing by 11.75 cents to $6.51....
Brownfield Ag News · Aug 3, 2026
What happens when drought expands in the Upper Midwest? This year's crop season has been significantly impacted by fluctuating weather, particularly spotty rainfall that varies by location. Some areas are faring well, while others...
Brownfield Ag News · Aug 4, 2026
What if year-round E15 became a staple in U.S. agriculture? Congressman Sam Graves expresses optimism about including this provision in the upcoming farm bill, despite previous statements from Chairman Boozman suggesting otherwise. The separation...
Brownfield Ag News · Aug 4, 2026
Could the heat wave in July be impacting corn yields in Missouri? An ag economist from the University of Missouri Extension reports that some corn did not fully pollinate due to the extreme temperatures....
Brownfield Ag News · Aug 4, 2026
What’s weighing heavily on farmers’ minds as they plan for the 2027 crop? A producer from southwestern Wisconsin reveals that the current agricultural economy is affecting morale, with soaring input costs and low commodity...
AgriTalk · Aug 4, 2026
Could a shift in crop prices be changing the mood among farmers? Recent data shows a notable increase in farmer sentiment, with the Purdue University Ag Economy Barometer rising from 113 to 126 in...
Brownfield Ag News · Aug 4, 2026
What has changed to boost farmer optimism after months of decline? The latest Ag Economy Barometer from Purdue University reveals a notable rebound in farmer sentiment, attributed to a recent increase in corn prices...
AgriTalk · Aug 4, 2026
What’s causing the grain markets to falter despite favorable weather conditions? Recent discussions reveal that profit-taking and unchanged crop ratings are weighing heavily on grain prices. While there was a positive close in the...
Brownfield Ag News · Aug 4, 2026
What if the U.S. could achieve even greater corn export numbers this year? Leaders from the U.S. Grains and Bioproducts Council highlight that their efforts in market diversification are yielding significant results, with last...