Corn and soybean conditions are still improving across much of the state, despite some variability. USDA says the state’s corn crop is rated 77 percent good to excellent, a slight increase from the previous week. In Morgan County, farmer Brian Lehman says it won’t be a record on his farm....

A Wisconsin dairy farmer says triticale is an awesome multi-purpose crop on his farm. Joe Bragger farms in Buffalo County near Waumandee.  He tells Brownfield triticale makes an excellent cover crop, especially for planting green. “It comes out of the gate a little later, so if you just want to...

With apparently no indication of the border being reopened, the narrative from last week shifts dramatically from expectations of more inventory to work with, to cattle feeders going into full competition for available inventory.

Kroger stock falls following amazon fresh expansion announcement.

Livestock producers in central and southwestern Missouri say the heat is starting to take a toll on some forage in the final month of summer. But Chris Brundick, who raises cattle and crops in Osage and Maries Counties, tells Brownfield he can’t complain. “It’s just unreal. With all the rain...

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Oliver Sloup and Marlin Bohling discussed today’s grain trade along with Oliver’s findings from his route on the Pro Farmer Crop Tour.

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Apple’s upcoming launch of AI-powered devices and robust financial results have analysts sounding cautiously optimistic, with most recommending to hold or buy as new products could reignite momentum in the stock.

The USDA says Iowa farmers were busy harvesting hay and oats, while corn and soybeans received fungicide and pesticide applications last week. Southwest Iowa farmer Ralph Lents tells Brownfield he’s found southern rust in some of his corn. “And been keeping an eye out for tar spot. There’s a little...