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Brownfield Ag News · Jul 27, 2026
As dry conditions stretch across Wisconsin, farmers are left wondering how much longer their crops can hold out without rain. Adam Baumann, a farmer in Marathon County, highlights the urgent need for precipitation, stating,...
Brownfield Ag News · Jul 27, 2026
How are Iowa's crop conditions holding up despite market fluctuations? Recent reports indicate that 80% of Iowa's corn is rated good to excellent, with soybeans slightly down at 78%. This stability in crop health...
Brownfield Ag News · Jul 27, 2026
With 63% of U.S. corn and soybeans rated good to excellent, the latest crop condition ratings reveal a steady to lower trend influenced by recent weather patterns. Hot and dry conditions in parts of...
Brownfield Ag News · Jul 27, 2026
What happens when unexpected frost hits crops in Ohio? This year, a southwest Ohio farmer reports that while corn and soybean crops are thriving due to favorable early-season conditions, the same cannot be said...
Brownfield Ag News · Jul 27, 2026
How are crops faring under extreme heat conditions? In South Dakota, farmers are facing temperatures soaring to 106 degrees, with heat indices reaching 115 degrees. Despite this, crops like corn and soybeans are managing...
Brownfield Ag News · Jul 27, 2026
What does the new leadership of the Missouri Soybean Merchandising Council mean for the state's soybean industry? Kevin Mainord, Justin Rone, and Nathan White have been elected as the new chairman, vice chair, and...
Brownfield Ag News · Jul 27, 2026
What’s causing the recent drop in grain and livestock futures? This week, September corn fell to $4.51 and 3/4, down 12 and 1/2 cents, while August soybeans dropped to $12.08 and 1/2, down 39...
Brownfield Ag News · Jul 27, 2026
As temperatures soar into the 90s, Indiana farmers are feeling the pressure on their crops. The lack of recent rainfall has exacerbated the situation, particularly in areas with thinner soils. Farmers like Kevin Cox...
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...