A federal dicamba label is in place, but an Illinois weed scientist says pursuing a state label will be in the hands of the newly appointed administration at the state department of agriculture. Aaron Hager with the University of Illinois says several states have already filed for 24-C status on the dicamba label. “That would …
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Jan 14
Some U.S. soybeans are headed to China
The USDA says corn, soybean, and wheat export inspections for the week ending January 10th showed signs of improvement. The current marketing year runs through the end of May for wheat and the end of August for beans, corn, and sorghum. Wheat came out at 545,804 tons, up 281,886 from the week ending January 3rd …
Jan 14
Ag economist says U.S.-China could reach deal by March 1
An ag economist says he thinks the U.S. and China could come to an agreement by March first. Purdue University’s Wally Tyner says it’s in the interest of both countries to reach a deal soon. “Just in the agriculture sector alone, the U.S. loses $2.6 billion a year and China loses $2.6 billion a year,” …
Jan 14
Duvall sees more heavy lifting in 2019
The president of the American Farm Bureau Federation says the farm organization accomplished a lot in 2018, but he says there’s more to be done in the coming year. Zippy Duvall used his annual address to praise members and staff for their help in pushing for completion of the farm bill and in pushing for …
Jan 11
Equipment manufacturers report uptick in 2018 machinery sales
A combine on display at the John Deere Pavilion in Moline, Illinois An equipment manufacturers group says despite the down economy, farmers are investing in more new equipment. Curt Blades with the Association of Equipment Manufacturers tells Brownfield he’s pleasantly surprised to see the equipment market remain stable and even grow in some categories. He …
Jan 11
Supply concerns pressure hog futures
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, cattle futures closed steady ahead of widespread direct cash business. The market is optimistic cash business will end the week strong. Feeder cattle were pressured by the day’s firm move in corn. February live cattle closed $.10 higher at $124.97 and April live cattle closed $.45 higher at $126.37. January …
Jan 11
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: January 11, 2019
Mar. corn closed at $3.78 and 1/4, up 2 centsJan. soybeans closed at $8.99 and 1/4, up 3 and 3/4 centsJan. soybean meal closed at $310.40, down $2.20Jan. soybean oil closed at 28.17, up 23 pointsMar. wheat closed at $5.19 and 1/2, up 5 and 3/4 centsFeb. live cattle closed at $124.97, up 10 centsFeb. lean hogs closed at …
Jan 11
Fremont, Nebraska Corn Expo reports
One of the first ag meetings of the new year is the Fremont Corn Expo in Fremont, Nebraska. It always features a great lineup of speakers and this year was no exception. Brownfield was there and talked with several of them. These interviews were recorded on January 3, 2019. AUDIO: Nebraska Extension Educator and Expo coordinator Nathan Mueller …
Jan 11
Missouri Leopold winner credits cover crops
The winner of a prestigious conservation award combines sustainable farming practices to stop erosion. John Scherder uses rotational grazing, grass waterways and terraces to keep soil from eroding, but he tells Brownfield the most important practice he uses is the planting of cover crops. “Not only do you stop erosion, but you’ve got the soil …
Jan 11
The Shutdown is Getting Stupider
Last week I told you the stalwart opposition by congressional Democrats to President Trump’s dream of a “wall” along the U.S.-Mexican border was all about embarrassing the president going into the 2020 elections. The president’s dedication to the wall is all about campaign promises made in 2016 and his zeal to keep that promise. Those …