Friday, November 7, 2025 3:21PM CST
Some positive signs about U.S. soybean sales to China began to emerge late this week, but questions remain about China's commitments. Speculation about an aid package for farmers is also growing.
Thursday, November 6, 2025 4:15PM CST
The inclusion of phosphate and potash on the U.S. Geological Survey's final 2025 List of Critical Minerals signals a heightened government policy around the production and supply chains for both fertilizers. That can include helping companies secure mining permits or other federal support to increase domestic production.
Thursday, November 6, 2025 7:25AM CST
Producers face decisions about expanding herds amid declining cattle numbers. Replacement heifers should reach puberty early, breed easily and match production environments for long-term profitability.
The soybean market has been on a solid bull run since mid-October with the active January contract rallying as much as $1.20 per bushel, bottom to top, during that time. The rally...
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On social media on Friday, President Donald Trump called for the Justice Department to immediately begin an investigation into meatpackers. Attorney General Pam Bondi responded tha...
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October rain in the North China Plain was the heaviest in 60 years. The record rainfall fell on a region in China which accounts for about 60% of the country's wheat production and...
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The Trump administration granted 14 small-refinery exemptions from the Renewable Fuel Standard for 2021 to 2024, potentially releasing 2.5 billion biofuels credits into the markets...
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As long as beef demand remains strong as it's been, the board continues to show good faith, and no new unexpected headlines develop that could affect the cattle complex, the market...
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One more week of good weather for all of South America is in the forecast. But that could be the last one for a while, turning some areas into hot and dry conditions.
The U.S.-China deal is a truce, not an end to the trade war. And while it's good news for soybean growers, they still need to lessen their dependence on China.
Newly appointed Kubota Tractor Corporation President Alex Woods said as Kubota struggles with tariffs, it has some evidence a bottom in the slumping compact tractor market is on th...
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Discussing farm financing is difficult but necessary. Farmers often need supportive financing tools and programs to navigate challenges. Additionally, numerous strategies and advic...
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December corn is down 3/4 cent per bushel, January soybeans are up 2 3/4 cents, December KC wheat is down 2 cents, December Chicago wheat is down 2 1/2 cents, and MIAX December Minneapolis wheat is up 0.0100 cents.
There was little to support the cattle complex on Thursday. Live cattle tried to gain some traction, but negativity overwhelmed the market. Hogs continue to decline with the weak trend remaining intact.