Brownfield Ag News

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  Agriculture Today: September 25, 2026 25.09.2026 24min

  Stories on this episode include:-A new corn leaf disease has been identified in Michigan and researchers say it’s likely widespread in the Great Lakes Region.-The president of Minnesota Farmers Union hopes farm bill negotiators can find middle ground on the federal nutrition program.-A rancher in the Nebraska Sandhills says soaring diesel prices are hitting every part of her cattle operation.  -A leader with the National Agricultural Law Center says understanding farm bankruptcy trends requires looking at more than just Chapter 12 filings. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Cattle futures move higher this week | Weekly Livestock Market Update 25.09.2026 26min

  In this episode, Brownfield's Meghan Grebner and ag economist Charley Martinez the director of the the King Ranch Institute for Ranch Management discuss the latest livestock market data, including cattle and hog markets, and beef and pork production. The also touch on some of the external factors that are impacting the industry.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Grains and oilseeds were lower overnight | Morning Market Minute 25.09.2026 1min

  Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the overnight losses in corn, soybeans, and wheat, and what might move cattle and hogs at the open See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Cattle were mostly higher Friday | Closing Market Minute 25.09.2026 1min

  Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the mixed Friday finishes in cattle, corn, and soybeans, along with the losses in hogs and wheat See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Agriculture Today: September 24, 2026 24.09.2026 24min

  Stories on this episode include: -The American Farm Bureau Federation says President Trump’s action to increase beef imports has yet to provide meaningful savings for consumers.-Nebraska Senator Pete Ricketts has introduced a bill that he says would provide producers the right to own their data. -U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley says there’s a way to alleviate high diesel prices. -The CEO of equipment dealer AgRevolution says producers are looking to add new technology to older equipment as machinery costs continue to rise.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Soybeans were up overnight | Morning Market Minute 24.09.2026 1min

  Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher overnight trade in soybeans, the losses in corn, and mixed trade in wheat, along with how cattle and hogs could open See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Soybeans were lower Thursday | Closing Market Minute 24.09.2026 1min

  Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the day's losses in soybeans, corn, wheat, and hogs, and the mixed close for cattle See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Corn was lower overnight | Morning Market Minute 23.09.2026 1min

  Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the overnight declines in corn, soybeans, and wheat, along with how cattle and hogs might open See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Renewable energy on farmland: A guide for young producers | Next Gen Podcast 23.09.2026 20min

  What should young, beginning and small producers know before signing a renewable energy lease?On this episode of Brownfield’s Next Gen Podcast, Kellan Heavican and Erin Anderson talk with Laura Priest of the Center for Rural Affairs about what farmers and landowners need to know when considering wind and solar lease agreements.Laura walks through the process from the initial conversation with a developer to site evaluations, negotiations and the final lease. She also explains what producers should consider when it comes to payment structures, lease length, succession planning, land use, agrivoltaics and protecting the farm for the next generation. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Cattle were higher Wednesday | Closing Market Minute 23.09.2026 1min

  Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the midweek gain in cattle, the losses in corn, soybeans, and wheat, and the mixed finish for hogs See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Agriculture Today: September 22, 2026 22.09.2026 24min

  Stories on this episode include:-An ag lending expert says early financial planning could help farmers manage economic uncertainty heading into 2027.-President Trump says the U.S. is working on a deal to buy potash from Belarus (Bella-ruse) instead of Canada, and a fertilizer expert says it’s a negotiation tactic.-The owner of one of the largest sale barns in the country says he’s still bullish on the cattle market. -Minnesota is seeing an early onset of highly pathogenic avian influenza cases heading into the heart of fall migration. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Soybeans were down overnight | Morning Market Minute 22.09.2026 1min

  Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the lower overnight moves in soybeans, corn, and wheat, and how cattle and hogs could open See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Hogs were higher Tuesday | Closing Market Minute 22.09.2026 1min

  Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at Tuesday's higher move for hogs, the mixed finish in soybeans, and the losses in cattle, corn, and wheat. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Agriculture Today: September 21, 2026 21.09.2026 24min

  Stories on this episode include:-Cattle placed into feedyards in August were down 9 percent from last year. -The chief marketing strategist with Zaner Ag Hedge says he wants more clarity on China’s $17 billion U.S. ag purchase commitment as the two countries meet this week.-An agricultural economist with the University of Illinois says the pre-harvest market rally can be attributed to several factors. -Importers from more than a dozen countries are in the U.S. this week as part of a U.S. Dry Bean Council’s buyers’ mission. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  FCS Financial Field Notes: Financing options for cattle producers 21.09.2026

  Sponsored by FCS Financial.
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  Record diesel prices renew focus on U.S. biofuels policy | Inside D.C. 21.09.2026 23min

  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 talks with Scott Irwin at the University of Illinois about record-high diesel prices, what’s driving them, and how biofuels policy could help ease costs at the pump.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Wisconsin Wyffels Corn Belt Award - Brooke Mueller 21.09.2026

  Brooke Mueller has been named as a Wyffels Corn Belt Award winner due to her commitment to her school, community, and the agriculture industry. To Brooke, those in the agriculture industry work tirelessly to provide food for people across the world, shaping the economy and promoting how agriculture supports communities everywhere. She shows cattle and helps on her family farm, developing time management skills to become a reliable helping hand. Brooke is involved in basketball and track & field teams, student council, FFA, the National Honor Society, and participates in her school’s musical. She loves having the opportunity to make new connections with her peers to create lasting memories through these activities. Brooke also helps in her community with service projects, such as food stands, food drives, and cleanups, through 4-H club and her FFA chapter. Brooke plans to attend a 4-year college to study agribusiness or ag engineering and continue being part of the dairy industry. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  South Dakota Wyffels Corn Belt Award Winner - Tyler Heinje 21.09.2026

  Tyler Heinje has been named as a Wyffels Corn Belt Award winner due to his commitment to his school, community, and the agriculture industry. To Tyler, the agriculture industry is both tradition and acts as a driving force throughout the world. He is involved in basketball, football, baseball, track, student council, FFA, the National Honor Society, FCA, and 4-H. Tyler enjoys the competitive edge when participating in sports. He also values the friendships he has made with his teammates and competitors from across South Dakota. Tyler helps in his community through his local church, Awanna Youth Group, and other community service projects. He plans to continue his studies with agribusiness and marketing and is interested in college athletics. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Nebraska Wyffels Corn Belt Award Winner - Logan Wilson 21.09.2026

  Brownfield and Wyffels Hybrids are partnering to present the Corn Belt Award to high school students who demonstrate outstanding leadership qualities, show good character, and participate in school and community activities.
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  Minnesota Wyffels Corn Belt Award Winner - Kade Wigern 21.09.2026

  Brownfield and Wyffels Hybrids are partnering to present the Corn Belt Award to high school students who demonstrate outstanding leadership qualities, show good character, and participate in school and community activities.