Thursday, April 10th, 2025 Podcast
We saw the corn and soybean markets rally a bit on Thursday after the release of the April WASDE report from USDA, that showed minimal tweaks to the balance sheets with corn being the most notable. Meanwhile,
Despite Tariffs, U.S. Soybeans Set to Reach China
(SINGAPORE) — As trade war tensions between the U.S. and China escalate, many traders are wondering what that could mean for commodities that have already been shipped from the U.S. to China. According to Reuters, China is
Trump Administration Discussing Farmer Tariff Relief Package
(WASHINGTON D.C.) — The White House and congressional lawmakers have begun discussing a tariff relief package. The talks are starting as agricultural trade groups continue to warn elected officials about the economic repercussions of tariffs. “We’re setting
K-State Swine Team Eyes Groundbreaking Soybean Meal Research
MANHATTAN, Kan. — Swine producers commonly use soybean meal as one of the largest protein sources in diets, so over the years, researchers have examined soybean meal quality thoroughly. However, K-State assistant research professor in swine nutrition Katelyn Gaffield
White House Considering Adjustments to Port Fee Plan
(WASHINGTON D.C.) — The Trump administration is considering a different plan for fees on Chinese ships visiting U.S. ports. The Economic Times says significant pushback against the plan came from industries that all said the idea would
Plant Less and Grow More?
(WESTFIELD, Ind.) — It’s not necessarily how much you plant but what you harvest that matters. Logic says that as you increase populations, you increase yield. But that’s only true to a certain point. “You will hit
Don’t Forget Crop Protection Signup Deadline
There’s no question that farmers always have a lot to do. With everything stacked up on the to-do list, it can be easy to forget to sign up for USDA’s farm safety net programs. However, the deadline