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Kansas Congressman Tracy Mann says the long-running debate over Waters of the United States may finally be nearing an end. Mann joined us this morning to talk about the recent WOTUS update, the path forward on the

According to the U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council’s (USGBC’s) 2025/2026 Corn Harvest Quality Report, the 15th such annual survey published globally this week, the 2025 U.S. corn crop is projected to be the largest on record, coming in

India is signaling confidence that it will finalize a new trade deal with the United States before the end of 2025, with Reuters reporting that most outstanding issues between the two nations have been largely resolved. The

  The Renewable Fuels Association thanked the Trump administration for its effort to enforce a 2019 trade agreement with China, noting in comments to the U.S. Trade Representative that China didn’t satisfy its commitments. The RFA says

Geopolitical tensions between Russia and Ukraine gave the grain trade a boost today, with wheat leading the rally and dragging the rest of the complex higher. Markets are also watching Washington, after President Trump announced a new

Washington, DC, December 2, 2025 – The National Family Farm Coalition (NFFC) applauds the recent introduction of the Fair Credit for Farmers Act (S.3126/H.R. 6169) in the Senate by Senator Peter Welch [VT] and in the House by Representative Alma

Grain and livestock markets are trading mostly higher as we work through our Tuesday session with corn, wheat and cattle the upside leaders. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us to discuss in our Market

Farmer sentiment strengthened in November as rising crop prices and improved export prospects pushed the Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer to 139—its highest reading since June. Much of the increase was driven by a sharp 15-point jump in

In 2024/25, RaboResearch conducted a study to understand the factors influencing on-farm decision-making, particularly in areas related to production, resilience, and sustainability. In phase 1 of the research, more than 700 beef, dairy, and crop producers participated

Leverkusen, December 2, 2025 – Bayer is pleased the Solicitor General supports U. S. Supreme Court review of the petition for a writ of certiorari in the Durnell case and agrees with the company’s arguments on preemption. The company

(MOLINE, IL) — Deere and Company’s weak forecast for the year ahead reinforces the difficulty in predicting a level of recovery in the U.S. farm economy. Bloomberg said that’s because uncertainty continues around the impact of tariffs

(FARGO, ND) — As the beef industry continues to react to news of a major beef processing plant set to close in Nebraska, one of that companies biggest competitors has reiterated it has no plans to close

It was a technically ugly day in the grain markets, pressured in part by outside forces — even silver pushed to new highs. Meanwhile, cattle spent the session mostly quiet, catching its breath after last week’s volatility.

Grain and livestock markets are quietly lower to start the month of December. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us to look at Monday’s market action.

During the 2025 NAFB Convention in Kansas City, we sat down to discuss how the U.S. Soybean Export Council continues its work to attain market access for soybeans and how they champion the quality of U.S. soybeans.

AMES, Iowa — In January 2026, Dr. Wendy Wintersteen, president of Iowa State University (ISU), will retire. Dr. Wintersteen has been lauded for her vision, creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, love of ISU, innovation and respect and admiration for agriculture and

LINCOLN, NE — Governor Jim Pillen announced a collaboration between multiple agencies and community organizations to assist Lexington families impacted by the upcoming closure of Tyson’s meat processing facility. “The whole state is behind the community of

China continues to step up its U.S. purchases — not just soybeans, but corn as well — as weather troubles at home push their demand higher. Here in the Midwest, incoming storms could help ease those heavy

The Friday after Thanksgiving is usually a quiet market day with a hard open and shortened session of trading. We see grains quiet with more strength in cattle futures to close out the week. Arlan Suderman, Chief

KANSAS CITY — Interest in better-for-you products remains high, and ready-to-eat cereal stands out for its ability to deliver a variety of health benefits. The Whole Grains Council in a survey conducted this summer found that 38% of

MANHATTAN, Kan. – The Kansas State University crops judging team reached another milestone in winning the national championship during competitions in Kansas City and Chicago recently. By far the most accomplished collegiate crops judging program in the United States,