Monday, April 27, 2026 4:11PM CDT
On Monday, the U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments over whether federal approval of Bayer's Roundup label preempts state cancer-warning lawsuits. Justices appeared divided on the fundamental conflict within federal pesticide law.
Monday, April 27, 2026 3:46PM CDT
Corn was 25% planted, soybeans were 23% planted and winter wheat was rated 30% good to excellent as of Sunday, April 26, according to USDA NASS' weekly Crop Progress report released on Monday.
Monday, April 27, 2026 11:49AM CDT
Nineteen Texas farmers claim BMO Bank improperly converted over $700,000 in grain sale proceeds owed to them during Hansen-Mueller's Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings.
The May soybean futures chart appears to be forming a bear flag pattern that typically indicates a downward resolution. However, chart patterns are certainly not always highly reli...
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The House Rules Committee on Monday began debating the rules for floor debate on the farm bill and more than 300 amendments that were submitted for consideration to the bill. The b...
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Commodities brokers advise farmers to develop disciplined grain marketing plans based on production costs, stick to price targets, seek professional guidance and utilize futures an...
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Twenty-eight agricultural groups urged Trump administration officials to clarify the 45Z Clean Fuels Production tax credit rules to support struggling farmers and biofuel markets.
In this equipment roundup, DTN/Progressive Farmer looks at high diesel costs hitting returns; March equipment sales down; reports that Cat buys Monarch technology; Fieldwork Roboti...
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Given canola is such an expensive, input-intensive crop to grow, a reduction in seeded area would make sense given the elevated risks facing producers. But that may be a mistake.
While DTN/Progressive Farmer staff were busy last week planning for future editorial coverage in 2026 and beyond, they got a chance to celebrate some of their award-winning accompl...
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July corn is up 5 cents per bushel, July soybeans are up 3 1/2 cents, July KC wheat is up 1/4 cent, July Chicago wheat is up 4 3/4 cents, and MIAX July Minneapolis wheat is up 0.0350 cents.
Cattle futures closed higher on Friday, but closed lower for the week. Lower cash trade took place, but it was not a surprise, as it followed the week's trend. Hogs closed lower with pressure on the 2026 contracts. However, futures closed higher for the week.