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Cattle futures up sharply this week | Weekly Livestock Market Update

This week, Brownfield's Meghan Grebner and University of Tennessee ag economist Charley Martinez discuss recent trends in livestock prices, slaughter numbers, input costs, and market influences. They also dig into how the macroeconomic factors and seasonal shifts impact the livestock industry and producer decisions. Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

Cattle were lower Friday | Closing Market Minute

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at Friday's losses in cattle and hogs, the gains in corn and soybeans, and the mixed close for wheat. July corn $4.80 and ¼ up $.05 and 1/2 July soybeans $12.03 and ¼ up $.07 and 3/4 July soybean meal $319.30 up $.40 July soybean oil 75.16 up 62 points July Chicago wheat $6.37 and ¾ up $.01 June live cattle $253.00 down $1.00 June lean hogs $101.27 down $1.00 Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

May 1, 2026: House Advances Farm Bill With Broad Impacts for Agriculture, Biofuels

Agriculture news on today’s show highlights farm bill progress and an emerging crop that could offer farmers a new revenue stream while complementing corn and soybeans. This week’s agriculture headlines break down wins for farmers in the latest House-approved farm bill, including a Proposition 12 fix for pork producers. However, year-round sales of E15 were not included, marking a disappointment for the biofuels industry. The bill now heads to the Senate for consideration. In other ag policy news, the U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments this week in a case examining whether federal law under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act preempts state-level lawsuits involving products like glyphosate and cancer warning requirements, an issue with potential implications for row crop growers. USDA updates this week include new steps aimed at easing rising fertilizer costs, along with the latest on avian bird flu vaccine development. Today’s interview is with Novel Oilseeds Program Manager Anna Teeter, who discusses winter camelina. Planted in the fall and harvested the following summer, this winter annual oilseed is designed to fit between traditional crops like corn and soybeans rather than replace them, allowing farmers to increase production on the same acres. It is gaining attention as a diversification option tied to growing renewable fuels markets. Stay connected with us for daily agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!

Corn was up overnight | Morning Market Minute

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at what supported corn and soybeans overnight, why wheat was mixed, and what might influence cattle and hog futures Friday. Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

Wheat was lower Thursday | Closing Market Minute

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the losses in wheat, hogs, and corn, and the mixed closes for cattle and soybeans. May corn $4.64 and ¾ down $.01 and 3/4 May soybeans $11.82 down ¼ cent May soybean meal $322.30 down $5.70 May soybean oil 76.36 up 105 points May Chicago wheat $6.23 and ¾ down $.18 and 1/2 June live cattle $254.00 down $1.25 June lean hogs $102.27 down $1.47 Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

Wheat was higher overnight | Morning Market Minute

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the overnight losses in wheat, soybeans, and corn, and how cattle and hogs might trade Thursday. Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

Soybeans were higher Wednesday | Closing Market Minute

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the midweek gains in soybeans, corn, and hogs, and the mixed finishes for cattle and wheat. May corn $4.66 and ½ up $.01 and 1/4 May soybeans $11.82 and ¼ up $.09 and 1/4 May soybean meal $328.00 down $5.40 May soybean oil 75.31 up 193 points May Chicago wheat $6.42 and ¼ down $.06 and 3/4 June live cattle $255.25 up $1.75 June lean hogs $103.75 up $1.77 Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

Wheat was higher overnight | Morning Market Minute

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at what supported wheat, soybeans, and corn overnight and how cattle and hogs might start the midweek session. Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

Wheat was higher Tuesday | Closing Market Minute

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the gains in wheat, corn, and cattle, the mixed close for soybeans, and lower finish in hogs. May corn $4.65 and ¼ up $.04 and 1/2 May soybeans $11.73 down $.04 and 1/4 May soybean meal $333.40 down $.40 May soybean oil 73.38 up 112 points May Chicago wheat $6.49 up $.27 and 1/2 June live cattle $253.50 up $4.55 June lean hogs $101.97 down $.20 Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

AgEmerge Podcast 187 with Matt Griggs | Tackling Family Legacy and Modern Farm Challenges

Most farmers abandon their soil health innovations at the first sign of trouble — but Matt Griggs chose perseverance over resignation. After a near-fatal combine accident and years battling fragile, erodible soils, he’s proving that bold, strategic changes can turn disaster into success. Resources & Links: Griggs Farms LLC - YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UC7NfwgKKPu2AlhfQyWqjkfg Griggs Farms LLC - Website: http://www.griggsfarmsllc.com/ Crop Budget Spreadsheets – Free resources for farm management: http://www.griggsfarmsllc.com/spreadsheets.html More about this episode: From surviving a life-threatening crash to revitalizing the soil pan beneath his fields, Matt shares how a mindset of resilience and innovation can transform even the most broken land. You'll discover how cover crops like annual ryegrass and radishes can dissolve the fragile soil pan, increase organic matter, and dramatically improve moisture retention — even in the driest conditions. We break down: - The pioneering practices Matt employs to reshape his soil profile - Using custom-designed hooded sprayers to implement strip till techniques for effective cover crop management - The critical role of soil microbiology and carbon in building resilient, drought-proof farms - How innovative crop choices, such as canola and the integration of legumes, open new market opportunities - Real stories of recovery and hope amid record droughts, emphasizing the importance of persistence and continuous learning Why does this matter? Every farm faces unique challenges—whether it’s soil degradation, water scarcity, or market volatility. Matt’s story offers a blueprint for pushing past obstacles, turning setbacks into stepping stones, and creating a future-proof operation grounded in soil health. His example highlights that the key to farming resilience isn’t just better yields—it’s a shift in mindset, management, and determination. Perfect for farmers, ag professionals, or anyone looking to understand how soil health practices can restore land’s capacity to fight drought and erosion. If you're tired of doing the same old, expect better results by thinking differently, experimenting boldly, and never giving up. Follow Matt at Grigg's Farms LLC on YouTube and all major social media platforms for real-time updates—whether it’s soil breakthroughs or crop budgets. This episode is a masterclass in resilience, innovation, and the relentless pursuit of a more sustainable, profitable farm. Timestamps: 0:00:00 - Welcome and intro to Matt Griggs’ farming background 0:01:42 - Current drought conditions and early planting season insights 0:02:21 - The history of the Griggs farm and family legacy 0:03:15 - Evolution of cotton and row crop farming in Tennessee 0:05:00 - Personal challenge: Matt’s recovery from a life-threatening farm accident 0:06:31 - The importance of safety and seatbelt use in farm equipment incidents 0:08:51 - Impact of market shifts and planting limitations with crops like canola 0:22:58 - Why Matt incorporated cover crops and no-till strategies 0:27:55 - The challenge and management of planting cover crops green 0:30:25 - The innovative use of roller crimpers for cover crop termination 0:33:35 - Mental resilience: perseverance in tackling planting and equipment issues 0:34:16 - The role of problem-solving and long-term planning in farm success 0:35:12 - Building soil carbon and managing resources amidst market volatility 0:40:00 - Insights from soil scientist Lloyd Murdoch on fragile pans 0:42:02 - The role of annual ryegrass and crop diversity in soil restoration 0:44:18 - Managing glyphosate and weed control in cover crop systems 0:46:29 - Practical use of hooded sprayers and burn down strips for cover crop management 0:49:40 - Methods of seeding cover crops: drilling, aerial, and time management 0:51:01 - The importance of storytelling to educate consumers and public 0:54:20 - Using spreadsheets and farm data for better decision-making 01:01:11 - Managing input costs during market volatility and nitrogen pricing 01:04:26 - Reflecting on farming as a ministry and stewardship of God’s land 01:05:34 - The challenge of burnout and the resilience of farmers

AgEmerge Podcast 186 with Lisa Kissing Kucek | Cereal Rye Remains the Cover Crop Champion

Lisa Kissing Kucek shares her expertise on developing sustainable, high-performing cover crop varieties like hairy vetch, cereal rye, and other legumes, transforming agricultural systems for long-term soil health and productivity. Lisa and Monte discuss the innovative world of cover crop breeding, biological nitrogen fixation, and the unique challenges and opportunities in microbial and plant genetics. This episode highlights the groundbreaking efforts in seed domestication, trait selection, and sustainable crop management, offering actionable insights for farmers, researchers, and agribusinesses looking to innovate in cover cropping and rotational systems. Stay tuned for upcoming variety releases and continued progress in crop genetics! Timestamp Highlights: 0:00:00 - Cover crop innovations in almond orchards and Midwest grazing opportunities 0:04:33 - Dr. Kissing Kucek's background in soil conservation and her shift to plant breeding 0:05:49 - The significance of variety differences in cover crops: biomass, nitrogen fixation, weed suppression 0:08:35 - Developing nitrogen-fixing legumes like hairy vetch amidst rising fertilizer costs 0:10:28 - Harry Vetch: a star in biological nitrogen fixation with high biomass and winter survival 0:12:23 - Challenges in domestication: reducing seed shattering and seed dormancy in hairy vetch 0:14:48 - Addressing toxicity concerns in vetch and balancing its role as livestock feed 0:16:18 - Effects of frost, freeze-thaw cycles, and environment on overwintering success of legumes 0:18:06 - Differentiating true hairy vetch from similar species for improved breeding outcomes 0 ;20:01 - The impact of variety origin and seed source on winter survival and adaptability 0:25:52 - Biomass and nitrogen response correlations in breeding programs 0:28:00 - Tools for estimating nitrogen contribution from cover crops 0:31:46 - Advances in shatter resistance and seed cost reduction in vetch breeding 0:36:53 - The role of genetic diversity and selection in rye and vetch adaptation over time 0:44:35 - Diversifying rye with different flowering times for forage, cover cropping, and allelopathic traits 0:51:33 - How seed mixing and diversity within seed bags drive adaptability of rye and vetch 0:55:10 - The unique breeding strategies required for interspecific hybrids like triticale 0:58:38 - Relay cropping and intercropping legumes with cereals for organic systems 0:60:45 - Upcoming cover crop variety releases by the Cover Crop Breeding Network (CCB) 0:62:15 - The long-term vision of plant breeders and the importance of perseverance in genetic improvement Resources & Links: Cover Crop Breeding Network (CCB): https://www.covercropbreeding.com/ Nitrogen Estimator Tool: https://covercrop-ncalc.org North Carolina State University Allelopathy Screening: https://acsess.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1002/csc2.70275 Hairy Vetch Research: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/339657710_Pod_Dehiscence_in_Hairy_Vetch_Vicia_villosa_Roth About our Guest: Lisa Kissing Kucek is a Research Geneticist with the United States Department of Agriculture Dairy Forage Research Center in Madison, Wisconsin. As part of the Cover Crop Breeding Network, Lisa improves cover crops, including cereal rye, hairy vetch, winter pea, and crimson clover. She worked alongside farmers, bakers, and chefs to develop wheat varieties for organic and local food systems during her doctoral research at Cornell University. Subscribe to AgEmerge Podcast for bi-weekly episodes on soil health, regenerative practices, innovative technology, grower stories, and the future of agriculture. New episodes drop every other Tuesday. Hosted by Monte Bottens Produced by Ag Solutions Network & Power2Gro Watch more: https://www.youtube.com/@AgSolutionsNetwork Listen on your favorite podcast platform: Search "AgEmerge Podcast" Ag Solutions Network Socials: https://www.agsolutionsnetwork.com/agemergepodcast https://www.facebook.com/ASN.farm https://www.linkedin.com/company/agsolutionsnetwork https://twitter.com/POWER2GRO https://www.instagram.com/agsolutionsnetwork/ Ag Solutions Network website: https://www.agsolutionsnetwork.com/ Click to watch or listen and as always, let us know if you have any questions or guest ideas by emailing contactus@agsolutionsnetwork.com.

Wheat was solidly higher overnight | Morning Market Minute

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the overnight gains in wheat and corn, the mixed trade in soybeans, and what might move cattle and hog futures Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

341 | Katie Burgess: The Dairy Risk Advisor Who Simplifies the Chaos

Today's conversation on the Uplevel Dairy podcast was captured at the Central Plains Dairy Expo in Sioux Falls, where Peggy Coffeen interviews dairy risk management advisor and economist, Katie Burgess of Ever.Ag, about making dairy risk management simpler and more accessible. Burgess shares her Wisconsin dairy farm upbringing, ag business education, and path from UW Extension into Ever.Ag, emphasizing that effective risk management doesn’t require predicting markets or mastering jargon. She explains the main dairy insurance tools, Dairy Revenue Protection (DRP) and LGM Dairy, highlighting DRP’s daily availability, quarterly coverage, and fit for Class III and IV and high-component milk, versus LGM’s Thursday-only availability, Class III focus, and single- or two-month coverage, with a coming USDA change expected to allow using both in the same quarter. They discuss today’s volatility, export dependence, strong global supply, opportunities in milk and cattle values, and the farm lesson “make hay when the sun shines.” This episode is brought to you by Ever.Ag Ever.Ag partners with dairy producers to build customized risk management plans that help protect margins in any market environment. With dedicated advisors, industry leading technology, and proven tools like Dairy Revenue Protection, we help farms reduce uncertainty and secure long‑term financial strength. Learn more at https://ever.ag/. 00:00 Risk Made Simple 02:09 Farm Roots in Wisconsin 03:10 Learning Risk Tools 04:21 Path to Ever Ag 06:36 Keep It Simple Strategy 07:42 DRP vs LGM Explained 10:25 Market Outlook and Action 11:27 Make Hay While the Sun Shines 12:35 Seeing the Whole Chain 14:41 Future of Dairy

Cattle were higher Monday | Closing Market Minute

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the gains in cattle, corn, and soybeans, and Monday's mixed finishes in hogs and wheat. May corn $4.60 and ¾ up $.05 and 3/4 May soybeans $11.77 and ¼ up $.13 and 1/2 May soybean meal $333.80 up $9.50 May soybean oil 72.26 up 35 points May Chicago wheat $6.21 and ½ up $.13 and 1/4 June live cattle $248.95 up $3.72 June lean hogs $102.17 up $.27 Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

What Are Ranch Workers Really Worth?

What should ranch workers really be paid, and why is it so hard to talk about? In this episode of the Ranch Workforce Project, host Haylie Shipp is joined by Dr. Rachel Frost and guest McKenzie Rojas of Arrow M Cattle Company to dig into one of the most talked about and least openly discussed topics in agriculture: wages. McKenzie brings a unique perspective as both an employer and employee in the cattle industry. Through her growing social media platform, she has helped spark honest conversations around ranch compensation, expectations, and transparency. In this episode, we cover: - What a compensation package really looks like in ranching - Typical wage ranges across experience levels - Why benefits like housing, beef, and horses matter - The role of transparency in reducing turnover - How employers and employees can better understand each other - Why the future of ag depends on getting this right Learn more about the Dan Scott Ranch Management Program: https://animalrange.montana.edu/danscott/ Follow McKenzie and join the conversation at Arrow M Cattle Company: https://www.facebook.com/ArrowMPH/ Like, subscribe, and share if you found this episode helpful.

Succession Planning: Where to start & what producers need to know

Farm succession planning can be one of the most challenging—and most important—conversations for any operation. In this episode of the NextGen Podcast on Brownfield, Mariah Beverly with the University of Minnesota breaks down how farmers and ranchers can get started with a transition plan, why communication is critical, and what happens if you wait too long. Additional Resources: AgTransitions: https://agtransitions.umn.edu/ AgPlan: https://agplan.umn.edu/ FINBIN: https://finbin.umn.edu/ CropCost: https://cropcost.umn.edu/ FINPACK: https://finpack.umn.edu/ IFSAM/DYFSAM: https://ifsam.cffm.umn.edu/ Farm Answers: https://farmanswers.org/ Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

Corn was up modestly overnight | Morning Market Minute

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the firm overnight trade in corn and soybeans, the mixed wheat business, and how cattle and hogs could start the week Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

340 | “Take Care of the Cow”: The Simple Philosophy for Driving Dairy Success

On this episode of the Uplevel Dairy Podcast, Peggy Coffeen sits down with Dr. Cole Anderson of United Vet Services (Heritage Vet Partners) in Northeast Wisconsin to talk about his unconventional path into dairy veterinary medicine and the mentors who shaped it along the way. From early hands-on experiences to building long-term client relationships, Dr. Anderson shares his philosophy that great service and strong relationships matter more than being the lowest-cost provider. He also opens up about balancing family life with a demanding career, learning through challenges, and his next goal: helping dairy clients improve performance through deeper use of DairyComp and data-driven insights. Heritage Vet Partners is the nation’s leading veterinary partnership, specializing in mixed and large animal practices. Heritage Vet Partners provides a unique partnership model that preserves local practice legacies, serving dairy and other livestock producers and companion animal owners through shared services, data, and strategic growth. Learn more at HeritageVetPartners.com 01:50 An Unlikely Vet Path 03:16 Mentors Open Doors 04:39 Ron Herb Relationship 08:43 Learning in the Truck 13:09 Service First Mindset 16:42 Teaching Students to Grow 18:55 Hard Lessons and Balance 22:10 More Mentors and Core Values 23:07 Driven Dairy Clients 24:52 Future Vet Service 25:27 Fundamentals Over Fixes 27:44 Cow First Principle 31:04 Family And Mentors 35:43 Practice Lessons Learned 38:06 Next Generation Growth

New “Underwater Cities” Boost Fishing Prospects at Lake Red Rock in Iowa

On this episode, Brent Barnett talks with Rich Paris, president of the Red Rock Lake Association. RRLA recently announced the completion of a major fish habitat enhancement project. Over 800 permanent artificial structures and dozens of natural cedar trees have been strategically placed beneath the surface of Lake Red Rock to create a thriving environment for Iowa’s most popular game fish. Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

Cattle futures move lower this week | Weekly Livestock Market Update

This week, Brownfield's Meghan Grebner and ag economist Josh Maples with Mississippi State University Extension discuss the latest in livestock markets, including the increased frequency of an inverted Choice/Select spread. They also discuss the latest Cold Storage and Livestock Slaughter reports from the USDA. Plus, an update on fuel prices nationwide. Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

April 24, 2026: Growing Season Weather Forecast, and Weed Management Tips

What to expect during planting and the summer growing season alongside top agriculture headlines, including updates on a sterile fly facility in Texas and global ag news, are heard in this week’s episode. This week’s agriculture news also covers cattle industry updates, including what to know about the New World screwworm parasite, as well as potential increased oversight of lab-grown protein products. Additional headlines include USDA farmer aid totaling $9 billion, renewed momentum on the farm bill and updates on drone regulations. A weekly market update, crop progress report, and weather insights are also included. Two interviews are included this week. First, Jeff Moon, market development specialist with Corteva Agriscience, shares a five-program approach to weed management. With shifts in the weed landscape, he offers practical tips for growers heading into the season. In today’s second interview, Eric Snodgrass, ag meteorologist with Nutrien Ag Solutions, discusses what growers can expect in the months ahead, including current conditions and summer outlooks as of late April. Stay connected with us for daily agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!

Thompson Breaks Down Farm Bill, Farmer Aid, and Ag Policy Direction| Inside D.C.

Welcome to Inside D.C., where we break down how decisions in Washington shape the tools you use on your farm. This week, Brownfield’s Carah Hart and House Ag Committee Chairman GT Thompson talk about the progress of the “skinny farm bill,” additional farmer ad-hoc assistance and ag policy. Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

Cattle were higher Friday | Closing Market Minute

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at Friday's gains in cattle and soybeans, and the mixed finishes for corn, hogs, and wheat. May corn $4.55 down ½ cent May soybeans $11.63 and ¾ up $.04 May soybean meal $324.30 up $3.70 May soybean oil 71.91 up 25 points May Chicago wheat $6.08 and ¼ down $.02 and 1/2 June live cattle $245.22 up $1.72 June lean hogs $101.90 down $1.55 Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

Corn was modestly higher overnight | Morning Market Minute

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at what supported corn, what pressured wheat, and why soybeans were mixed, along with how cattle and hogs could start Friday's session. Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

World Food Prize Podcast: Ndidi Nwuneli, President & CEO: ONE Campaign

In this episode of the World Food Prize Podcast, Dialogue That Feeds the World, Tom Vilsack speaks with Ndidi Nwuneli, President and CEO of the ONE Campaign, about how data-driven advocacy builds public support and political will for policies that strengthen health systems and expand economic opportunity across Africa. They discuss how grassroots advocates mobilize to influence decision-makers and ensure commitments translate into measurable impact, as well as how Africa can be a central partner in shaping global development agendas and investment priorities. --- Spring Gala Tickets and Information: www.worldfoodprize.org/gala --- The World Food Prize Podcast is presented by The Wellmark Foundation, whose mission is to improve the health of all Iowans and South Dakotans. By supporting conversations on food and nutrition, The Wellmark Foundation is advancing the role access to nutritious food plays in long, healthy lives and in building a food- and nutrition-secure future for all.

FARM BILL: DC Update for Farmers

House Agriculture Committee Chairman GT Thompson shares an update on the progress of the 2026 Farm Bill. With the bill heading to the House floor the week of April 27, Thompson shares insights on bipartisan support, key priorities, and why an updated bill is long overdue for America’s farmers and ranchers. He also discusses potential additional economic assistance for farmers. #FarmBill #AgPolicy #Farmers #Ranchers #Agriculture #AgNews #WashingtonDC #GTThompson #FarmAid #WesternAgNetwork

Rikin Gandhi, Co-founder and CEO of Digital Green discussing the globally impactful #FarmerChat

On the World Food Prize Podcast, Rikin Gandhi, Co-founder and CEO of Digital Green, discussing an app they developed called FarmerChat, a conversational, AI-based agricultural companion designed for smallholder farmers, with over 830,000 users.

Wheat was higher Thursday | Closing Market Minute

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at Thursday's gains in wheat, cattle, and corn, the losses in soybeans, and the mixed finish for hogs. May corn $4.55 and ½ up $.01 and 1/4 May soybeans $11.59 and ¾ down $.04 and 3/4 May soybean meal $320.60 unchanged May soybean oil 71.66 down 2 points May Chicago wheat $6.10 and ¾ up $.11 and 1/2 June live cattle $243.50 up $.42 June lean hogs $103.45 up $.82 Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

AgEmerge Podcast 186 with Lisa Kissing Kucek | Which legume is the cover crop champion?

Wheat was up overnight | Morning Market Minute

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the overnight gains in wheat, the mixed move for corn, and the losses in soybeans, along with what could influence cattle and hog futures. Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

339 | From the Barn to the Board Room: Nathan Moroney on Technology, Trials & Dairy Farming in Texas

On the Uplevel Dairy Podcast, Peggy Coffeen visits Del Rio Dairy in Friona, Texas, and interviews owner Nathan Moroney about how technology and expansion are reshaping modern dairying. Moroney describes a major expansion from a 3,500-cow double-45 parallel parlor to a 90-stall rotary with automated prep and post robots, sort gates, and collars, delivering significant labor savings and higher milking throughput. He recounts being one of the first herds to experience what became known as "bird flu" before the issue was identified through coordinated efforts with extension. He explains the Saudi-style barn system, manure handling that evolved into a digester started in 2021, water constraints driving efficiency and potential forage shifts, and the potential opportunities for integrating more AI in milking and feed management. Moroney also discusses regional processing growth, his new DFA corporate board role, and the need for workable labor policy reform. This Episode is Brought to you by the Milc Group Milc Group is a dairy software company that brings real-time, actionable data to dairy farms across the world. They are dedicated to revolutionizing the dairy industry with their user-friendly cloud-based software. ONE™ by Milc Group is our all-in-one app that brings together all the important aspects of your dairy together in one place. With products such as feed and animal management software, people training, dairy facility monitoring, and scale management, Milc Group is committed to providing producers with tools they need to succeed. 02:13 Rotary Expansion Automation 04:52 Bird Flu Ground Zero 11:34 Saudi Barn Workflow 14:09 Digester Renewables Economics 15:23 Next Efficiency AI Upgrades 19:58 One Feed Program Spotlight 20:28 Mobile App Workflow 21:04 Water Risk Planning 22:01 Reusing Water Efficiently 23:01 Alternative Forages Ahead 23:41 Texas Dairy Processing Boom 24:37 Milk Hauling Distance 24:46 Joining the DFA Board 26:15 National Dairy Outlook 28:55 Marketing and Data Shifts 29:57 From City to Dairyman 32:19 Traits Built by Dairy 35:52 Labor Reform Needs

Soybeans were lower at midweek | Closing Market Minute

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the losses in soybeans and cattle, and the mixed finishes in corn, hogs, and wheat. May corn $4.54 and ¼ up ½ cent May soybeans $11.64 and ½ down $.10 May soybean meal $320.60 down $4.70 May soybean oil 71.68 down 46 points May Chicago wheat $5.99 and ¼ down $.05 and 3/4 June live cattle $243.07 down $.47 June lean hogs $102.62 down $.57 Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

Greater Omaha Packing: Focus on Quality

Mike Drury leads the charge as president of Greater Omaha Packing Co., a regional mid-sized packer that processes a lot of Iowa cattle. We parse out the challenges packers currently face in the marketplace (supply, labor, tariffs, demand, and fabrication of large carcasses). Considerable time is spent on branded programs, and believe it or not, we end with where the product starts: genetic selection at the cow-calf sector. Great episode! Greater Omaha Packing - https://www.greateromaha.com --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our sponsor, Stockguard. Visit them at https://stockguard.io --------------------------------------------------- Listen to us: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6ES08E1sHbwWPWdcH035jf?si=cabe350f3f0e4009 Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/iowa-beef-collective/id1844384621 --------------------------------------------------- Connect with us: @iowabeefcenter https://facebook.com/IowaBeefCenter https://instagram.com/iowabeefcenter https://twitter.com/iowabeefcenter --------------------------------------------------- Helpful links: Iowa Beef Center - https://www.iowabeefcenter.org Iowa State University Extension and Outreach - https://www.extension.iastate.edu The use of brand names, mention or listing of specific commercial products or services is solely for educational purposes and does not imply endorsement by Iowa State University, nor discrimination against similar brands, products or services not mentioned.

Why Ducks Are More Valuable Than Crops in the Delta

Lessons From the Delta continues — and this time, the conversation turns to an unexpected connection between rice farming, water management, and wildlife. In the 8th and final episode of the Purdue Commercial AgCast mini-series, Chad Fiechter and Todd Kuethe travel to eastern Arkansas to explore how rice production systems intersect with conservation—and why organizations like Ducks Unlimited are working directly with farmers. What starts as a discussion about rice fields quickly expands into a deeper look at water use, groundwater depletion, and how wildlife habitat can create additional economic value on farmland. The conversation explores: • Why rice fields function as surrogate wetlands for waterfowl • How duck hunting and recreation influence land values in the Delta • The scale of water use in rice production—and why it matters • How farmers are adapting to groundwater decline with new practices • The tradeoffs between yield, water efficiency, and management complexity • Why agriculture in the Delta requires a fundamentally different system approach With water becoming an increasingly binding constraint, this episode highlights how farmers are balancing productivity, conservation, and long-term sustainability—and what that means for the future of agriculture. 🎧 Subscribe so you don’t miss upcoming episodes in the Lessons From the Delta series: https://www.youtube.com/PurdueCenterforCommercialAg In this episode: 00:00 Why Ducks Can Be More Valuable Than Crops 01:04 Why Ducks Unlimited Works with Rice Farmers 02:42 How Rice Fields Mimic Wetlands 06:44 The Water Problem in Delta Agriculture 09:21 How Rice Farmers Are Reducing Water Use 15:10 Duck Hunting, Land Values, and Farm Income 17:58 What This Means for Farm Management Learn more about Ducks Unlimited: https://www.ducks.org/ — Follow the Purdue Center for Commercial Agriculture: X: https://x.com/PUCommercialAg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PUCommercialAg LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/center-for-commercial-agriculture/ Website: https://purdue.edu/commercialag — Sign up for our newsletter: https://purdue.ag/CCAsubscribe A note from us to you, few times a week, sharing simple, practical ways to keep your farm business informed. — Subscribe to the Center’s channel here: https://www.youtube.com/PurdueCenterforCommercialAg — Listen to The Purdue Commercial AgCast Podcast 🎧 New episodes drop every Wednesday! https://purdue-commercial-agcast/spotify https://purdue-commercial-agcast/applepodcasts https://purdue-commercial-agcast/podbean

Cattle were lower Tuesday | Closing Market Minute

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at why cattle closed lower while corn, hogs, soybeans, and wheat were higher. May corn $4.53 and ¾ up $.01 and 3/4 May soybeans $11.74 and ½ up $.08 and 3/4 May soybean meal $325.30 up $.20 May soybean oil 72.14 up 251 points May Chicago wheat $6.05 up $.08 June live cattle $243.55 down $2.52 June lean hogs $103.20 up $1.47 Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

Carbon Intensity Q & A | April 21, 2026 l CI Chit Chat Episode 93

In this episode of CI Chit Chat, Continuum Ag's CEO Mitchell Hora goes over his thoughts on the future of Carbon Intensity, the impact of the 45Z tax credit, what’s ahead in the coming months, updates on the 45Z Tax Credit & Rules, and answers your submitted questions. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL ➡️ / @continuumag8789 REGISTER FOR THE CI CHIT CHAT ➡️ https://continuum.ag/ci-chit-chat/ FIND YOUR CI SCORE AT ➡️ https://topsoil.ag

Soybeans were higher overnight | Morning Market Minute

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your rundown on the higher overnight push in soybeans, mixed trade in corn and wheat, and what to watch as cattle and hogs start the day. Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

Cattle were lower Monday | Closing Market Minute

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the losses in cattle, the gains in corn, and the mixed finishes for hogs, soybeans, and wheat. May corn $4.52 up $.03 and 1/4 May soybeans $11.65 and ¾ down $.01 and 1/2 May soybean meal $325.10 down $6.70 May soybean oil 69.63 up 147 points May Chicago wheat $5.97 up $.05 and 3/4 June live cattle $246.07 down $1.27 June lean hogs $101.72 up $.67 Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

The World Food Prize Podcast with Rikin Gandhi, Co-founder and CEO of Digital Green

On this episode of the World Food Prize Podcast, host Tom Vilsack sits down with Rikin Gandhi, Co-Founder and CEO of Digital Green, for an insightful conversation at the intersection of artificial intelligence, agriculture and global food and nutrition security. They explore Gandhi’s journey from engineer to founder and his mission to apply technology in service of smallholder farmers. The discussion highlights how FarmerChat transforms research, extension knowledge and data into real-time, localized guidance on crops, livestock, inputs and climate risk for more than one million farmers across Asia, Africa and Latin America. The conversation also examines how AI can benefit public extension systems, increase farmer agency and scale responsibly while maintaining trust and accessibility. Listeners gain insight into how partnerships among governments, researchers and industry-combined with data-driven, farmer-centered innovation-can build climate resilience and advance food and nutrition security worldwide.

AgEmerge Podcast 186 | Unlocking the Future of Cover Crops and Legumes with Dr. Lisa Kissing Kucek

Wheat was modestly higher overnight | Morning Market Minute

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at what supported wheat overnight, why corn and soybeans were lower, and how cattle and hogs could start the week. Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

338 | Dairy Farm Finances in 2026: What Smart Producers Are Planning for Q2

How are your finances looking for Q2? In this episode of the Uplevel Dairy Podcast, Peggy Coffeen interviews Steve Schweoer of Compeer Financial on what financially strong dairy farms are doing in 2026 amid tight first-half cash flow, lower milk prices, and higher costs of capital. Steve notes many producers prepaid 2026 expenses in 2025, easing near-term pressure, and expects improved markets in the second half while emphasizing preparing during good times by building working capital and paying down lines of credit. He advises maintaining a three-to-five-year capital replacement plan using “needs vs. wants,” evaluating land purchases case by case, and not letting taxes drive decisions. Key profitability levers include beef-on-dairy and managing net herd replacement cost, feed efficiency and ration cost, strong components and herd health, disciplined capital spending, and low employee turnover. He urges producers to know their cost of production, keep a consistent operating model, and bring lenders and advisors a long-term plan including risk management and family goals. This episode is sponsored by Compeer Financial. Compeer Financial is a member-owned Farm Credit cooperative serving and supporting agriculture and rural America. Their dairy team brings world-class expertise and tailored solutions to support dairy producers’ financial goals and lending needs. Visit ⁠https://www.compeer.com/specialists/dairy⁠ 01:17 Cash Flow Cycles Ahead 03:02 Needs vs Wants Capital 05:11 Land Buying Decisions 06:36 Cost of Capital Squeeze 08:17 Beef on Dairy Boost 11:07 Feed Efficiency Levers 12:48 What Profitable Looks Like 15:04 Tech Investments Timing 17:36 Lender Talks and Planning 19:34 Disciplines for Stability 21:50 Know Your Cost Production 23:16 Stick to Your Model

Farm Bill, Year-Round E15 & Fertilizer Prices—What Farmers Should Know | Inside D.C.

Welcome to Inside D.C., where we break down how decisions in Washington shape the tools you use on your farm. This week, Brownfield’s Carah Hart and Randy Russell, an ag lobbyist, talk about movement on a skinny farm bill, the push for year-round E15, rising fertilizer costs, and what potential farmer assistance could look like in the months ahead. Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

Placements drop 7% in latest Cattle on Feed report | Weekly Livestock Market Update

In this episode, Brownfield's Meghan Grebner and University of Kentucky ag economist Kenny Burdine break down the data from the latest Cattle on Feed report. Plus they dig into market trends, geopolitical impacts, slaughter data, and fuel prices. Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

Caleb Drakes bags an early season Iowa gobbler

On this week's show, my good friend Caleb Drake tells the story of his early season gobbler in Iowa. Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

Soybeans were up Friday | Closing Market Minute

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the firm Friday close in soybeans, the mixed business in corn and wheat, and the losses for cattle and hogs. May corn $4.48 and ¾ up ¼ cent May soybeans $11.67 and ¼ up $.03 and 1/2 May soybean meal $331.80 down $.80 May soybean oil 68.16 down 117 points May Chicago wheat $5.91 and ¼ down $.07 and 1/4 June live cattle $247.35 down $.27 June lean hogs $101.05 down $.62 Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

April 17, 2026: Planting or Waiting? Factors Driving Decisions and Tools This Season

As planting season gets underway, this episode looks at considerations for timing and early growing conditions, along with insight into where one seed company sees opportunity in conventional seeds. Agriculture news this week includes soybean disease management guidance, USDA investments in specialty crop programs, and a new cattle dashboard, alongside scrutiny over potential USDA cuts. Additional headlines in today’s episode include a confirmed case of New World screwworm near the U.S.-Mexico border, a trade court hearing on President Trump’s global tariffs and the latest report from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers on tractor and combine sales. This week’s interview is with Millers Hybrids president and owner Bob Miller. He discusses what farmers should consider heading into the growing season, where he sees opportunity in conventional seeds and how recent weather is impacting decisions. While there may be a premium for early planting this fall, a potential frost this weekend could pose risks for already planted corn. Stay connected with us for daily agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!

Soybeans were lower overnight | Moring Market Minute

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the lower overnight business in soybeans, the mixed trade in corn and wheat, and how cattle and hogs could start the day. Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

Wheat was higher Thursday | Closing Market Minute

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at Thursday's gains in wheat, losses in cattle and corn, and mixed finishes for soybeans and hogs. May corn $4.48 and ½ down $.02 and 3/4 May soybeans $11.63 and ¾ down $.03 and 1/4 May soybean meal $332.70 down $1.70 May soybean oil 69.33 up 173 points May Chicago wheat $5.98 and ½ up $.04 and 3/4 June live cattle $247.62 down $3.45 June lean hogs $104.35 down $.62 Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

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Soybeans were higher Wednesday | Closing Market Minute

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the midweek gains in soybeans, corn, and wheat, the losses in cattle, and the mixed close in hogs. May corn $4.51 and ¼ up $.08 and 1/4 May soybeans $11.67 up $.09 May soybean meal $334.40 up $4.70 May soybean oil 67.60 up 116 points May Chicago wheat $5.93 and ¾ up $.01 and 3/4 June live cattle $251.07 down $.35 June lean hogs $101.95 down $.50 Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

Soybeans were higher overnight | Morning Market Minute

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at what supported soybeans and corn overnight, why wheat was mixed, and how cattle and hogs could start the midweek session. Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

How Rice Farmers Cut $31/Acre Water Costs

Lessons From the Delta continues — this time from the edge of a 120-acre on-farm reservoir. In Part 7 of the Purdue Commercial AgCast mini-series, Chad Fiechter and Todd Kuethe visit a rice farm in Arkansas to understand how farmers are managing water, labor, and costs in ways that look very different from the Midwest. What starts as a farm tour turns into a practical discussion about irrigation strategy, groundwater replacement, and the economics behind building large on-farm reservoirs. The conversation also covers: • How farmers can save up to $31 per acre by pumping surface water instead of groundwater • Why reservoirs reduce energy costs and improve water temperature for crop performance • Capturing and recycling nutrients through tailwater recovery systems • The tradeoff between taking land out of production and lowering long-term costs • How pump automation reduces labor needs and improves quality of life • Why water management is becoming a central constraint in modern farming systems As input costs and labor challenges continue to shape farm decisions, these systems raise important questions for Midwestern operations: What would it take to justify an investment like this? Where do water, labor, and energy intersect on your farm? And how do you evaluate long-term efficiency vs. short-term cost? This episode builds on earlier conversations in the Delta series and brings the focus directly to how farmers are making real-world management decisions under different constraints. We’ll continue sharing video clips and behind-the-scenes footage from the Arkansas trip on our YouTube channel throughout the series. Subscribe to the Purdue Commercial AgCast so you don’t miss upcoming episodes in the Lessons From the Delta series. — Follow the Purdue Center for Commercial Agriculture: X: https://x.com/PUCommercialAg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PUCommercialAg LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/center-for-commercial-agriculture/ Website: https://purdue.edu/commercialag — Sign up for our newsletter: https://purdue.ag/CCAsubscribe A note from us to you, few times a week, sharing simple, practical ways to keep your farm business informed. — Subscribe to the Center’s channel here: https://www.youtube.com/PurdueCenterforCommercialAg — Listen to The Purdue Commercial AgCast Podcast 🎧 New episodes drop every Wednesday! https://purdue-commercial-agcast/spotify https://purdue-commercial-agcast/applepodcasts https://purdue-commercial-agcast/podbean

Cattle futures were higher Tuesday | Closing Market Minute

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher moves in cattle and wheat, the losses in hogs and soybeans, and the mixed close for corn. May corn $4.43 up $.02 and 3/4 May soybeans $11.58 down $.04 and 1/4 May soybean meal $329.70 down $2.20 May soybean oil 66.44 down 6 points May Chicago wheat $5.92 up $.09 and 3/4 June live cattle $251.42 up $2.90 June lean hogs $102.45 down $.67 Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

337 | Leading the Legacy from 100 Miles Away: A Modern Dairy Story

On the Uplevel Dairy Podcast, Peggy Coffeen visits Cooper Legacy Dairy near Clovis, New Mexico, a 2,000-cow operation run by fifth-generation dairyman Jered Cooper that also raises replacements and farms about 2,500 acres. Cooper shares how his family’s dairy roots span Michigan, Arizona, Texas, and New Mexico, and why he now lives about 80–100 miles away in the Lubbock, Texas area while still managing the dairy through internet-connected tools and support from his son on site. He explains adopting Nedap smart tags and sort gates, which proved pivotal during a bird flu outbreak by enabling early health alerts, treatment monitoring, and improved herd outcomes, and now streamline daily workflows for health and reproduction via reports, mobile entry, and cloud syncing. Cooper also discusses passing the business to the sixth generation and writing a book inspired by his father about family, football, faith, and farming. This episode is part of the High-Performance Mindset Series powered by Nedap. Nedap is future-proofing dairy farming with smart technologies in activity monitoring, cow locating, milk metering, sort gates, and AI-powered camera systems. Nedap is improving life on the farm by putting the right cow in the right place at the right time, every time. 01:24 Meet Jered and the Dairy 02:06 Five Generation Roots 02:42 How Clovis Happened 05:29 Living 100 Miles Away 08:03 Tech That Makes It Work 08:40 Smart Tags and Bird Flu 12:32 New Workflow and Sort Gates 15:27 Health Score and Cow Insights 16:54 Next Gen and AI Future 18:25 Redefining the Modern Dairyman 20:24 Why It's Called Legacy 21:20 Milkman Love Note 22:35 Michigan Dairy Traditions 23:19 Depression Era Detour 23:59 One Cow to 2000 24:30 Family Farms and Pride 26:20 Next Gen Takes Over 30:42 Raising Kids on Dairy 32:19 Writing the Dairy Book 39:43 Legacy and Advice

Soybeans were higher overnight | Morning Market Minute

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the modest overnight gains in soybeans, corn, and wheat, and what might influence cattle and hogs at the open. Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

336 | April Proofs, Real Cows: Why ‘Milk What You Make’ Is Redefining Genetic Progress

Jeff King & Tom Mercuro on genetics, longevity, and why ‘milk what you make’ is the future On this episode of the Uplevel Dairy Podcast, we are joined by Jeff King of Kings Ransom Farm in New York and Tom Mercuro from Mercuro Farms in Maryland—two dairymen who are redefining what real genetic progress looks like. We find out what they are doing to create the kind of cows they want in their barns and why they believe other dairy producers want them too. This isn’t about chasing the top of a list… it’s about milking what they make - breeding cows that last, perform, and put milk in the tank. Plus, Jeff and Tom provide their hot takes on the April Holstein Sire Summary and recent changes to the TPI formula. United Sires is a partnership of well-known Holstein breeders from the United States bringing genetic solutions to dairy producers worldwide. Our mission, “Breed the Best, Better,” reflects the work we have been doing on our farms for generations. As multi-generational dairy farmers, we adhere to a simple yet powerful principle: We Milk What We Make. We understand the importance of breeding cattle that are profitable throughout their lifetimes, functional across all dairy enterprises, and aesthetically pleasing. Learn more at Unitedsires.com and follow on Facebook at United Sires and Instagram @unitedsiresofficial. 06:12 What Is United Sires 08:21 Early Bulls and Origins 12:30 April Proof Highlights 14:10 Milk What You Make 16:57 TPI Formula Changes 20:12 Processor Perspective 23:57 Index Priorities and Selection 28:01 Breeding The Total Package 28:49 Longevity Versus Genomics 32:10 April Proof Headlines 36:27 Balance And Practical Cows 37:31 Bulls To Watch Now 38:12 Genetic Diversity Long Game 40:09 Spotlight On Whoops Sons 43:12 United Cires Future Impact

Burnout on the Ranch: The Hidden Cost of Pushing Too Hard

Burnout on the ranch is not just a people problem. It is costing operations time, money, and good employees. In this episode of the Ranch Workforce Project, host Haylie Shipp and co-host Dr. Rachel Frost are joined by JD Hill from Padlock Ranch and Caroline Wild from Wild Ranch Solutions to talk about burnout in agriculture from both the employer and employee perspective. They discuss what burnout looks like on a ranch, why it impacts your bottom line, and how better communication and management can help prevent it. In this episode, we cover - What burnout looks like in ranching - Why burnout affects efficiency and profitability - Warning signs employers should watch for - Communication strategies that actually work - The role of expectations and workload - How ranch culture contributes to burnout - Practical ways to support your workforce Guests JD Hill, Padlock Ranch Caroline Wild, Wild Ranch Solutions Resources and Links Caroline Wild LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/caroline-wild-a27067229 Padlock Ranch https://padlockranch.com/ Dan Scott Ranch Management Program https://animalrange.montana.edu/danscott/ Burnout often shows up as missed details, fatigue, and disengagement. It affects safety, morale, and profitability. Clear communication, realistic expectations, and taking time away from work are critical to building a sustainable ranch workforce.

Wheat was higher Monday | Closing Market Minute

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at Monday's gains in wheat, losses in soybeans, and the mixed finishes for cattle, corn, and hogs. May corn $4.40 and ¼ down ¾ cent May soybeans $11.62 and ¼ down $.13 and 1/2 May soybean meal $331.90 up $.10 May soybean oil 66.50 down 59 cents May Chicago wheat $5.82 and ¼ up $.11 and 1/4 June live cattle $248.52 down $.67 June lean hogs $103.12 down $.60 Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

How beginning producers access capital: Loans, land, and getting started

Access to capital is one of the biggest hurdles for young and beginning farmers—Brownfield’s Erin Anderson and Kellan Heavican dig into how the Farm Service Agency is helping bridge that gap. Nebraska FSA State Executive Director Hilary Maricle and Farm Loan Specialist Paul Guenther break down the tools available for beginning producers, from operating loans to real estate financing and microloans. The conversation also explores how FSA works alongside commercial lenders, why partnerships matter in ag lending, and how programs are designed to support producers in their first 10 years of farming. #FSA #NextGenAgriculture #Agriculture #AgLending Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

The CDCB CowCast (Ep. 3): How Dairy Crossbred Animals Receive a Genetic Evaluation

In this episode of The CDCB CowCast, CDCB Technical Advisor George Wiggans, Ph.D., discusses the development of crossbred evaluations, the use of Breed Base Representation, and what we see in this system today. Learn more and sign up for the monthly email newsletter, the CDCB Connection, at uscdcb.com To get notified of new episodes, subscribe here or follow the Council on Dairy Cattle Breeding on Facebook or LinkedIn.

Corn was up overnight | Morning Market Minute

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the overnight gains in corn and wheat, the mixed move for soybeans, and how cattle and hogs could start the week. Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

Grass time: Manage better this year

Shelby Gruss, Iowa State University Extension Forage Specialist, gives a complete checklist for better managing grass and hay given the current price environment. Listen in as we talk turn-out, fertilizer, weed control, rotation, and hay making decisions. Shelby also discuss her research on grazeable alfalfa and new forage mixes. Shelby Gruss - https://crops.extension.iastate.edu/people/shelby-gruss --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our sponsor, Stockguard. Visit them at https://stockguard.io --------------------------------------------------- Listen to us: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6ES08E1sHbwWPWdcH035jf?si=cabe350f3f0e4009 Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/iowa-beef-collective/id1844384621 --------------------------------------------------- Connect with us: https://facebook.com/IowaBeefCenter https://instagram.com/iowabeefcenter https://twitter.com/iowabeefcenter --------------------------------------------------- Helpful links: Iowa Beef Center - https://www.iowabeefcenter.org Iowa State University Extension and Outreach - https://www.extension.iastate.edu

Fuel, Fertilizer and the Middle East Conflict | Inside D.C.

Welcome to Inside D.C., where we break down how decisions in Washington shape the tools you use on your farm. This week, Brownfield’s Carah Hart and panelists explore rising input costs tied to the Middle East conflict—and what policy solutions could help farmers weather the storm. Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content. 00:00 Inside DC 00:50 Middle East Conflict 04:30 - Higher Input Costs 05:45 - Farmers Respond to Price Hikes 07:11 Strait of Hormuz 11:28 Getting Fertilizer 13:25 Short Term Solutions 16:11 Transparency and Competition 18:00 Unfair Advantages 19:10 Can Policy Stabilize Prices 22:00 Closing Thoughts

Cattle futures up sharply this week | Weekly Livestock Market Update

This week Brownfield's Meghan Grebner and University of Tennessee ag economist Charley Martinez discuss current livestock market trends, supply and demand dynamics, and the impact of fuel and input prices on the agricultural economy. They talk cattle and hog market forecasts, retail beef prices, and risk management strategies. Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

Spring crappie fishing heating up in Midwest

On this week's show, Brent Barnett sits down with his friend Miah Bolyard from Illinois about their crappie fishing experiences this spring. Miah recently pulled in a giant crappie that passed the 4 pound mark, and he says he's noticed an uptick in very large crappie being caught across the region. Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

Soybeans were higher Friday | Closing Market Minute

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at Friday's higher moves in soybeans and cattle, the losses in corn and hogs, and the mixed close in wheat. May corn $4.41 down $.03 May soybeans $11.75 and ¾ up $.10 and 1/2 May soybean meal $331.80 up $14.20 May soybean oil 67.09 down 61 points May Chicago wheat $5.71 down $.03 and 1/2 June live cattle $249.20 up $2.00 June lean hogs $103.72 down $.40 Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

April 3, 2026: Renewable Fuel Momentum Builds as Fertilizer Costs Rise

The EPA is releasing its long-awaited Renewable Volume Obligations (RVOs), and this week we discuss what those standards could mean for agriculture. We also break down what the ongoing U.S.-Iran conflict could mean for fertilizer prices and availability for farmers. Other agriculture news this week includes Illinois officially moving to a B20 biodiesel blend requirement to qualify for the tax credit, new findings from Bushel on farmers’ digital tool usage, and the United States Department of Agriculture announcing plans to move the United States Forest Service headquarters from Washington to Utah. We also discuss what officials are saying about reopening the U.S.-Mexico border for cattle trade, along with some Easter-related news involving chocolate and eggs. This week’s interview is with Josh Linville of StoneX, who explains how the conflict involving Iran is impacting fertilizer supply and costs. He notes that roughly one-third of global fertilizer trade, along with significant volumes of oil, natural gas and crop nutrients, move through the Strait of Hormuz. Linville says the conflict could create long-term ripple effects across supply chains, raising energy and fertilizer costs for months and potentially into 2027. While some farmers and agribusinesses may already have portions of their fuel and fertilizer needs locked in, many will still feel the impact of higher prices during an already tight-margin year. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!

April 10, 2026: Farmer Sentiment Rises Despite Fertilizer and Economic Challenges

This week’s podcast covers what the two-week ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran could mean for farmers, along with ongoing frustrations in the farm economy. Despite concerns over fertilizer costs, trade uncertainty and other economic pressures, farmer sentiment still rose in March according to a recent survey. Agriculture news this week includes trade concerns related to the Strait of Hormuz and what it could mean for fertilizer supplies and oil tanker shipments. We also cover a recent survey from the National Corn Growers Association highlighting farmer concerns about fertilizer costs and other challenges. Additional stories include the latest Purdue University and CME Ag Economy Barometer showing farmer sentiment increasing in March, soybean farmers investing in export opportunities, state legislation moving forward on pesticides and protein labeling and how farmers are stepping up to help during the Nebraska wildfires. This week’s interview highlights an entrepreneur’s journey into agriculture through the cannabis industry and how that path led now to working with crop growers including corn and soybeans. Fish Head Farms Inc. Chief Development Officer Tommy Fox shares the story behind the company and the development of Fish Sh!t, along with how it is filling a need in today’s growing biological market for farmers. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!

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Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher overnight trade in soybeans, the losses in corn, mostly lower move in wheat, and how cattle and hogs could start the session Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

335 | What It Really Takes to Transition a Family Farm | Full Expert Panel

This Uplevel Dairy Podcast episode shares the full Farm Forward Conference panel with attorney Will McKinley, dairyman Tommy Oesch, consultant Kristy Pagel, advisor Steve Bodart, and family farm coach Elaine Froese on building multi-generational farm transitions as an ongoing legal, financial, and relational process. They discuss testing next-generation commitment through projects, off-farm work, mentors, peer networks, and family bylaws; clarifying roles for siblings/cousins using tools like StrengthsFinder and DISC; and keeping farms aligned through regular meetings, celebrations, and quarterly financial check-ins. The panel contrasts successful transitions (everything on the table, commitment, compromise) with failures (stubbornness, toxicity, staying stuck), addresses estate tools like TOD deeds, revocable and irrevocable trusts, LLCs/corporations, and managing conflicts, cash flow targets, and the option to exit via sale. Final action steps emphasize alignment between spouses, writing letters, gratitude, grace, listening, and accepting continuous change. 02:35 Testing Next Gen Commitment 07:13 Best vs Worst Transitions 10:21 Preventing Estate Disputes 14:06 Future of Midwest Farms 17:22 Siblings and Cousins Leadership 22:25 Making Transition Ongoing 26:23 Meeting Rhythms That Work 28:29 The $2.50 Cash Flow Rule 29:39 Cash Flow Under Pressure 31:27 Trusts Explained Simply 33:08 Irrevocable Trust Tradeoffs 34:58 Estate Planning Resources 36:13 Getting Honest Family Input 40:25 Helping Seniors Let Go 44:45 When No Successor Exists 46:59 Why Ag Transitions Differ 52:00 Family Stories About Land

Cattle were higher Thursday | Closing Market Minute

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the gains in cattle and soybeans and the losses in corn, hogs, and wheat. May corn $4.44 down $.03 and 1/4 May soybeans $11.65 and ¾ up $.03 and 1/4 May soybean meal $317.60 up $3.50 May soybean oil 67.70 up 28 points May Chicago wheat $5.74 and ½ down $.05 and 3/4 June live cattle $247.20 up $1.27 June lean hogs $104.12 down $.52 Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

Corn was up overnight | Morning Market Minute

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look why corn, soybeans, and wheat were up overnight and how cattle and hogs could open. Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

Soybeans were up Wednesday | Closing Market Minute

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher moves in soybeans and cattle, and the losses in corn, hogs, and wheat. May corn $4.47 and ¼ down $.01 and 3/4 May soybeans $11.62 up $.03 and 3/4 May soybean meal $314.10 up $2.30 May soybean oil 67.42 down 230 points May Chicago wheat $5.80 and ¼ down $.17 and 3/4 June live cattle $245.92 up $.12 June lean hogs $104.65 down $2.40 Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

333 | Can Your Farm Afford Transition? What the Numbers Need to Say with Steve Bodart

Transition Talks from the Farm Forward Conference At the Farm Forward Conference, Uplevel Dairy Podcast host Peggy Coffeen interviews Steve Bodart of AgriGrowth Solutions about the financial side of family farm transition. Bodart explains his accrual-based financial consulting approach that connects production decisions to financial outcomes, benchmarks performance, and evaluates what both outgoing and incoming generations need and can afford. He emphasizes financial transparency so everyone hears the same message at the same time, and says succession is a journey requiring room for growth, disciplined debt payments, and honest discussions about cost of production, capital spending, and competitiveness. Steve notes failures often stem from resisting change and poor communication without a facilitator. He advocates involving owners and capable mid-managers and giving younger generations responsibility for financial projects, such as analyzing how a transition barn can improve profitability. AgriGrowth Solutions is a team of financial consultants with strong dairy backgrounds which represent and work for the best interests of dairy producers. The AGS team guides clients through their business’ financial position and assists in planning for their continued and future success. Contact Steve Bodart, AgriGrowth Solutions: SteveBodart@agrigrowthsolutions.com Visit: https://agrigrowthsolutions.com/ 01:10 Meet Steve Bodart 01:50 What Steve Does 03:21 Financial Transparency 05:56 Planning for Growth 07:00 Building a Win Win Plan 09:42 Who Belongs in Meetings 11:20 Why Transitions Fail 14:44 Bringing Next Gen In 17:23 Real World Project Example

Farm Sentiment Is Up… So Why Are Farmers Still Worried?

Farmer sentiment improved in March—but the underlying pressures in the farm economy haven’t gone away. In this episode of the Purdue Commercial AgCast, Joana Colussi and Michael Langemeier break down the March 2026 Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer. Despite rising input costs and global uncertainty tied to geopolitical conflict, farmer sentiment moved higher—driven in part by stronger crop prices and government payments. But the improvement comes with important caveats. Tight margins, rising breakeven costs, and shifting risk priorities are shaping how farmers approach investment, production, and long-term strategy. More importantly, these signals highlight how producers are balancing short-term optimism with longer-term uncertainty. In this episode, we discuss: • What’s driving the recent increase in farmer sentiment • How $35/acre payments and higher corn prices are influencing outlook • Why only 4% of farmers plan to increase machinery purchases • How rising input costs are impacting breakeven prices and profitability • Why financial risk has overtaken marketing risk for many farms • What farmers expect for inflation and interest rates in the year ahead • How solar leasing is evolving across regions and land markets • What’s driving farmland value expectations in 2026 📊 Read the full Ag Economy Barometer report: https://purdue.ag/barometer126 🎧 Subscribe so you don’t miss future updates on the farm economy: https://www.youtube.com/PurdueCenterforCommercialAg In this episode: 00:00 – Why Farmer Sentiment Is Rising (But Risks Are Growing) 01:09 – March 2026 Ag Economy Barometer: Key Results Explained 02:10 – What’s Driving Higher Farmer Sentiment Right Now? 04:13 – Why Farmers Are NOT Buying Equipment in 2026 05:56 – Input Costs Are Rising Again: Biggest Risk for Farmers 08:01 – Inflation & Interest Rate Outlook: What Farmers Expect 09:36 – Financial Risk Overtakes Marketing Risk (What It Means) 10:25 – Solar Leasing on Farmland: Growing Trend or Hype? 13:16 – Farmland Values Outlook: Will Land Prices Keep Rising? 16:07 – Are Farmers More Optimistic About the U.S. Economy? 18:10 – Final Takeaways: What Farmers Should Watch Next — Follow the Purdue Center for Commercial Agriculture: X: https://x.com/PUCommercialAg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PUCommercialAg LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/center-for-commercial-agriculture/ Website: https://purdue.edu/commercialag — Sign up for our newsletter: https://purdue.ag/CCAsubscribe A note from us to you, few times a week, sharing simple, practical ways to keep your farm business informed. — Listen to The Purdue Commercial AgCast Podcast 🎧 New episodes drop every Wednesday! https://purdue-commercial-agcast/spotify https://purdue-commercial-agcast/applepodcasts https://purdue-commercial-agcast/podbean

Soybeans were lower overnight | Morning Market Minute

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the lower overnight trade in soybeans, corn, and wheat, and how cattle and hogs might start the midweek session. Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/ Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/ Connect with Brownfield Ag News: » Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/ » Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield » Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews Subscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News: ➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505 ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445e Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

Innovation Never Stops: Inside Helena’s Product Pipeline

At Commodity Classic 2026, Lane sat down with Greg Smith of Helena Products Group (HPG) to dig into what’s driving innovation in agriculture today—and what’s coming next. From the inside of Helena’s formulation labs to the broader product pipeline, Greg shares how HPG is developing new technologies designed to improve performance, increase ROI, and make products easier to handle for growers. They also highlight the Innovation Never Stops documentary series, which showcases how Helena collaborates with farmers across the country to solve real-world challenges. Plus, hear how HPG is investing in the future through FFA curriculum and a new 35-foot mobile learning center bringing hands-on ag education and cutting-edge technology directly to rural communities. #AgInnovation #HelenaAgri #CommodityClassic #FutureOfFarming #LaneCastAg

334 | Protect the Farm—and the Family: The Legal Reality of Farm Transition with Will McKinley

Transition Talks from the Farm Forward Conference This Farm Forward Recap episode of the Uplevel Dairy Podcast features attorney Will McKinley, President of Menn Law, discussing the legal side of family farm transition planning. McKinley emphasizes that communication is critical and that lawyers can’t prescribe one-size-fits-all solutions; families need to clarify and align their goals before legal documents are drafted. He explains what he hopes clients bring to the table—financial records plus a shared “wish list” vision—and shares a success story involving bringing a non-family herdsman into ownership while keeping spouses, bankers, and accountants aligned. He outlines tools often used (wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, entity structures) and notes tax challenges with lifetime sales, sometimes using an income-stream approach until a later trigger. He warns that the biggest obstacle is delaying the process and failing to commit time for a multi-meeting plan. Contact Will McKinley at Menn Law: William-McKinley@mennlaw.com (920) 731-6631 https://mennlaw.com/ 00:55 Meet Will McKinley 01:37 Communication Comes First 04:57 What to Bring Your Lawyer 07:49 Succession Success Story 10:39 Legal Tools and Tax Strategy 13:38 Where Plans Get Stuck

331 | Building a Legacy That Lasts: Tommy Oesch on Transitioning Swisslane Farms Forward

Transition Talks from the Farm Forward Conference At the Farm Forward Conference, Uplevel Dairy Podcast host Peggy Coffeen interviews Tommy Oesch of Swisslane Farms in Michigan about his multi-generational family farm transition from junior partner to senior leader and preparing for the next generation. Tommy describes the farm’s origins with his Swiss immigrant great-grandfather, early succession planning begun in 2004–2005, requirements for the next generation to work off-farm, and his and his brother’s years in outside careers before returning in 2011 to build a 500-cow robotic dairy. He explains growth through leasing opportunities instead of building, reaching about 5,600 cows across multiple sites, buying out the senior generation, and shifting their income from salary to equity payments to support leadership transition. He highlights hard conversations, including selling real estate to cover debt during Michigan’s 2015–2019 processing challenges, the need for intra-generation alignment through weekly meetings, and wishing they had brought in professional help earlier. Make sure to tune in all week as we drop recap episodes from the conference right here on the podcast! 02:02 Meet Tommy Oesch 02:49 Swisslane Origin Story 05:06 Off Farm Lessons 06:36 Back to Dairy Growth 07:40 Leadership Buyout Shift 12:13 Hard Times Real Estate 15:05 Generational Negotiations 18:21 Aligning Weekly Meetings 18:54 What We'd Change

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Cattle futures up sharply this week | Weekly Livestock Market Update

Cattle were lower Friday | Closing Market Minute

May 1, 2026: House Advances Farm Bill With Broad Impacts for Agriculture, Biofuels

Corn was up overnight | Morning Market Minute

Wheat was lower Thursday | Closing Market Minute

Wheat was higher overnight | Morning Market Minute

Soybeans were higher Wednesday | Closing Market Minute

Wheat was higher overnight | Morning Market Minute

Wheat was higher Tuesday | Closing Market Minute

AgEmerge Podcast 187 with Matt Griggs | Tackling Family Legacy and Modern Farm Challenges

AgEmerge Podcast 186 with Lisa Kissing Kucek | Cereal Rye Remains the Cover Crop Champion

Wheat was solidly higher overnight | Morning Market Minute

341 | Katie Burgess: The Dairy Risk Advisor Who Simplifies the Chaos

Cattle were higher Monday | Closing Market Minute

What Are Ranch Workers Really Worth?

Succession Planning: Where to start & what producers need to know

Corn was up modestly overnight | Morning Market Minute

340 | “Take Care of the Cow”: The Simple Philosophy for Driving Dairy Success

New “Underwater Cities” Boost Fishing Prospects at Lake Red Rock in Iowa

Cattle futures move lower this week | Weekly Livestock Market Update

April 24, 2026: Growing Season Weather Forecast, and Weed Management Tips

Thompson Breaks Down Farm Bill, Farmer Aid, and Ag Policy Direction| Inside D.C.

Cattle were higher Friday | Closing Market Minute

Corn was modestly higher overnight | Morning Market Minute

World Food Prize Podcast: Ndidi Nwuneli, President & CEO: ONE Campaign

FARM BILL: DC Update for Farmers

Rikin Gandhi, Co-founder and CEO of Digital Green discussing the globally impactful #FarmerChat

Wheat was higher Thursday | Closing Market Minute

AgEmerge Podcast 186 with Lisa Kissing Kucek | Which legume is the cover crop champion?

Wheat was up overnight | Morning Market Minute

339 | From the Barn to the Board Room: Nathan Moroney on Technology, Trials & Dairy Farming in Texas

Soybeans were lower at midweek | Closing Market Minute

Greater Omaha Packing: Focus on Quality

Why Ducks Are More Valuable Than Crops in the Delta

Cattle were lower Tuesday | Closing Market Minute

Carbon Intensity Q & A | April 21, 2026 l CI Chit Chat Episode 93

Soybeans were higher overnight | Morning Market Minute

Cattle were lower Monday | Closing Market Minute

The World Food Prize Podcast with Rikin Gandhi, Co-founder and CEO of Digital Green

AgEmerge Podcast 186 | Unlocking the Future of Cover Crops and Legumes with Dr. Lisa Kissing Kucek

Wheat was modestly higher overnight | Morning Market Minute

338 | Dairy Farm Finances in 2026: What Smart Producers Are Planning for Q2

Farm Bill, Year-Round E15 & Fertilizer Prices—What Farmers Should Know | Inside D.C.

Placements drop 7% in latest Cattle on Feed report | Weekly Livestock Market Update

Caleb Drakes bags an early season Iowa gobbler

Soybeans were up Friday | Closing Market Minute

April 17, 2026: Planting or Waiting? Factors Driving Decisions and Tools This Season

Soybeans were lower overnight | Moring Market Minute

Wheat was higher Thursday | Closing Market Minute

Carbon Intensity Q & A | April 15, 2026 l CI Chit Chat Episode 92

Soybeans were higher Wednesday | Closing Market Minute

Soybeans were higher overnight | Morning Market Minute

How Rice Farmers Cut $31/Acre Water Costs

Cattle futures were higher Tuesday | Closing Market Minute

337 | Leading the Legacy from 100 Miles Away: A Modern Dairy Story