Broiler sets and placements continue to trend above year ago levels, pointing to higher production in 2024. The USDA says 247.754 million broiler-type eggs...
South American crop production continues to influence U.S. corn and soybean prices. Paragon Economics risk manager Jamey Kohake says 2024 has been challenging for...
Farmers surveyed in the latest Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer are expressing greater concern about how weakening commodity prices could impact farm income. Jim...
A brokerage firm’s survey of farmers shows corn and soybean yields are not much different from USDA’s recent predictions. Lynsey Such with Allendale tells...
The general manager of a central Illinois based precision ag dealer says many farmers are still investing in new technology despite the economic slowdown....
Direct cash cattle trade activity remains quiet. Bids and asking prices still haven’t been established. Packer inquiry could pick up as the day progresses,...
A professor of agronomy at Illinois State University says research is showing the economic benefits of cover crops. Dr. Rob Rhykerd says the practice...
