Track corn acreage, irrigation capacity, grain storage, yield talk, basis, crop rotation, and water limitations across the United States.
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AgriTalk · Aug 13, 2026
What if the data you rely on for farming decisions was suddenly deemed unreliable? A recent discussion highlights the urgency behind modernizing USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) data collection methods. Kip Tom, an...
Brownfield Ag News · Aug 13, 2026
Could corn prices actually hold steady above $4 this fall? An extension grain market economist believes a price floor has been established, with new crop contracts trending towards $5 per bushel. Ed Usset from...
Brownfield Ag News · Aug 13, 2026
What does it mean for U.S. soybean exports when one country dominates the market? Recent data shows that China purchased more than 80% of the new crop U.S. soybean export sales during the week...
AgriTalk · Aug 13, 2026
Could the recent shifts in grain markets signal deeper issues? On August 13, grain prices fell, with corn experiencing profit-taking and higher production estimates from South America weighing heavily on the market. Wheat also...
Brownfield Ag News · Aug 13, 2026
What happens when input costs rise sharply for farmers? A southwest Minnesota farmer is feeling the pressure as he faces significantly higher fertilizer prices compared to last year. Bob Worth, who cultivates corn and...
Brownfield Ag News · Aug 13, 2026
As corn experiences profit-taking, the soybean market is closely monitoring weather developments that appear generally favorable. While there are some localized concerns, the overall outlook for soybeans suggests a potential for a large crop,...
Brownfield Ag News · Aug 13, 2026
What’s causing the unexpected drop in corn prices while wheat remains unchanged? Recent market data shows September corn at $4.48, down 9 cents, contrasting with stable Chicago wheat prices at $6.52 and 3/4. This...
Brownfield Ag News · Aug 14, 2026
Could the latest USDA report change the game for corn and soybean marketing? Following the August Supply and Demand report, a post-USDA rally is emerging, presenting farmers with a chance to capitalize on sales...
Brownfield Ag News · Aug 14, 2026
What happens next for the farm bill after the Senate Ag Committee's August recess? Mark Bunselmeyer, president of the Illinois Corn Growers Association, expressed disappointment over the lack of progress but maintains cautious optimism...
Brownfield Ag News · Aug 14, 2026
What if the sweetener you choose could reshape the market? Recent trends show consumers are increasingly favoring natural sugars over high fructose corn syrup, according to CoBank's Tanner Ehmke. This shift, while notable, has...
Brownfield Ag News · Aug 14, 2026
What happens when drought hits the Northern Plains? Hay yields are plummeting, and cattle are being pulled off pastures earlier than usual in South Dakota. Farmers like Kevin Deinert are facing tough decisions as...
AgriTalk · Aug 14, 2026
What happens when major beef processing plants shut down? Tyson Foods is closing its beef facility in Jocelyn, Illinois, and its case-ready facility in Eagle Mountain, Utah, which is sending shockwaves through the cattle...