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What's Making News


Grain, Oilseed Prices Retreat on Strait of Hormuz Reopening

Pro Farmer's Bill Watts reported that "grain and soy complex futures opened modestly lower Sunday night after the U.S. ... Read entire story

Home Spared by Passing Tornado

Tornadoes caused extensive damage throughout parts of northern Indiana last week, but a home at a farm was left practically unscathed despite ... Read entire story

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This Week's Farm Operations


Indiana to Remain Wet for a While

Since last Friday (June 5), many parts of Indiana have seen a significant amount of rain. However, the spatial variability illustrates how there can ... Read entire story

Crop Conditions Look Good in Indiana, Michigan

Indiana and Michigan crop development advanced significantly during the week ending Sunday, according to the latest USDA National ... Read entire story

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This Week's Market News


USDA Ups Milk Production Estimate by 1 Billion Pounds

The Agriculture Department raised its 2026 and 2027 milk production estimates in last week's World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates ... Read entire story

Brazil's Corn, Soy Production Should Continue to Grow

Brazil, the world's largest soybean producer and a major corn exporter, faces pro-duction challenges in the upcoming 2027 crop year ... Read entire story

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Weekly Columns


Trade Opens Doors for Agriculture

Farmers and ranchers are always looking for ways to grow their farms, serve their communities, and build a stronger future for the next generation ... Read entire story

Trump Administration Response to Screwworm Situation Is a Screw-Up

Poor Joe Biden. Out of office for 17 months and he's still the reason for every Trump administration failure, large or small ... Read entire story

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