Best Checkoff Podcasts (2025)

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Conversations with the Dairy Checkoff: Consumer Research 0:59

23h ago0:59

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On behalf of Michigan dairy farmers, United Dairy Industry Michigan is creating, messaging, and programming ways to encourage consumers to eat more dairy. Sarah Woodside, vice president of marketing and communications, says UDIM is conducting consumer research to better understand the Michigan consumer and their dairy habits. See Privacy Policy at …

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Episode 37 - Domino’s Partnership Growing School Pizza Sales 21:29

1d ago21:29

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Domino’s leaders, Jim Zimmer and Kris Holley, along with DMI’s Rebecca MacKay Allen, speak with DMI’s Scott Wallin about the success of the Domino’s Smart Slice program with schools. They highlight the 16-year partnership, which has grown from 300 to 21,000 schools, serves over 59 million slices of pizza, and sells an additional 3 million pounds of…

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Hogs are down Tuesday morning | Opening Market Minute 1:19

5h ago1:19

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Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the lower opens in hogs, cattle, and soybeans, and the mixed starts for corn and wheat. What to watch: » Soybeans and corn are watching planting. » Wheat is trying to find some fresh direction. » Cattle are seeing some early profit taking. » Hogs are down on Monday's close in pork. …

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Supporting Nebraska’s Agricultural Economic Development through Public Power 4:00

5h ago4:00

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Nebraska is consistently ranked among the top five agricultural-producing states in the nation. NPPD and its public power utilities are supporting agricultural economic development across the Cornhusker State. Learn more about NPPD’s efforts in this episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://ar…

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Illinois as an SAF Hub 3:59

6h ago3:59

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Despite ongoing policy and regulatory uncertainty surrounding the sustainable aviation fuel market, the Illinois Corn Marketing Board is actively positioning the state as a vital hub for the industry. In this Managing for Profit, we’ll learn about these efforts, why the state is well-situated, and most importantly, what it could mean for Illinois f…

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Agriculture Today: May 5, 2025 24:59

21h ago24:59

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Headlines on today’s episode include:Cotton Growers Monitor U.S. and China, Efforts to increase interest in ag education, Study shows biodiesel industry created $42.4 billion in economic activity in 2024, Cattle prices are in uncharted territory, Farmers tackle purple henbit, and The doldrums of the ag economy. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.c…

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Cattle were higher Monday | Closing Market Minute 1:41

24h ago1:41

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Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher start to the week for cattle, the mixed close in hogs, and the losses in soybeans, corn, and wheat. Closing numbers: » July corn $4.54 and ¼ down $.14 and 3/4 » July soybeans $10.45 and ½ down $.12 and 1/2 » July soybean meal $295.50 down $1.40 » July soybean oil 48.73 do…

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Tank Mix Flexibility 3:59

1d ago3:59

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As growers begin applying Enlist herbicides this spring, Corteva Agriscience Market Development Specialist, Scott Pringnitz, says there are several ways to get the most out of each trip across the field. He notes that one of the major advantages of Enlist is its superior tank mix flexibility, particularly with Enlist One. See Privacy Policy at http…

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Soybean Meal Becomes More Attractive for Dairy Cows 0:59

1d ago0:59

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Missouri Soybeans’ strategic plan includes boosting soybean meal demand for livestock feeding, including dairy cows. Producing more meal, thereby lowering costs, improves livestock farmers’ bottom lines. Market Development Director Matt Amick says aside from lower costs, dairies in other parts of the country should consider relocating to Missouri t…

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Spotlight on Soybeans Podcast Ep. 21 | Soybeans Improve Dairy Producers’ Bottom Line 0:59

1d ago0:59

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In this Spotlight on Soybeans, learn about how Missouri Soybeans has partnered with seed companies, resulting in an expansion of demand for SOYLEIC soybeans as dairy cow rations. That means SOYLEIC soybeans, at this point known as human food, have expanded their usefulness as dairy cow feed, benefiting milk production and dairy producers’ bottom li…

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Corn is lower Monday morning | Opening Market Minute 1:38

1d ago1:38

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Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the early losses in soybeans and corn, and the mixed opens for wheat, cattle, and hogs. What to watch: » Soybeans and corn expect good planting progress. » Wheat is mixed ahead of the weekly crop numbers. » Cattle are watching the distribution of the show list. » Hogs continue to mo…

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Live steer prices set a record | Weekly Livestock Market Update 20:15

4d ago20:15

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Brownfield's Meghan Grebner and Mississippi State University's Josh Maples look at live steer prices, jobs, and GDP in this episode of the Weekly Livestock Market Update. Market highlights: Live steer prices averaged $221.94/cwt for the 5-market average which was up $5.62 from a week ago. The June live cattle futures contract was up $3.18 from a we…

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Agriculture Today: May 2, 2025 24:59

4d ago24:59

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On this latest episode, we’ll learn about an outlook on the farm bill; potential impacts of losing USDA research; waiting on trade agreements; corn leafhopper detected; planting updates from across the country; Chinese phosphate concerns; and ag retailers addressing H-2A concerns. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priva…

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Hogs were higher Friday | Closing Market Minute 1:26

4d ago1:26

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Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the end-of-week gains in hogs, cattle, wheat, and soybeans, and the mostly higher finish in corn. Closing numbers: » July corn $4.69 down $.03 and 1/4 » July soybeans $10.58 up $.07 and 3/4 » July soybean meal $296.90 up $2.60 » July soybean oil 49.43 down 27 points » July Chicago w…

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Spring catfishing check-in with Spencer from River Certified 19:10

4d ago19:10

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On this episode of Outdoor Adventures, Brownfield’s Brent Barnett sits down with Spencer Bauer from River Certified for a conversation about springtime catfishing. Spencer breaks down how he recently caught a near 50-pound flathead, and they discuss strategies on fishing the spillway at Lake Red Rock in Iowa. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com…

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Corn opened higher Friday | Opening Market Minute 1:23

4d ago1:23

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Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher starts in soybeans, corn, wheat, and cattle, and the mixed start for hogs. What to watch: » Soybeans and corn are watching planting. » Wheat has support from the lower dollar. » Cattle are up on the week's direct trade. » Hogs continue to question demand. Connect with Bro…

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Agriculture Today: May 1, 2025 24:59

5d ago24:59

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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 higher Thursday | Closing Market Minute 1:56

5d ago1:56

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Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the daily gains in soybeans and the mixed closes for corn, wheat, cattle, and hogs. Closing numbers: » July corn $4.72 and ¼ down $.03 and 1/4 » July soybeans $10.50 and ¼ up $.05 and 3/4 » July soybean meal $294.30 down $3.70 » July soybean oil 49.70 up 73 points » July Chicago whe…

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Cattle are higher Thursday morning | Opening Market Minute 1:36

5d ago1:36

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Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher starts in cattle and corn and the mixed opens for soybeans, wheat, and hogs. What to watch: » Soybeans and corn are watching U.S. planting. » Wheat's monitoring winter wheat conditions. » Cattle are waiting for the rest of the week's direct trade. » Hogs are adjusting spr…

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IL Soy Envoy Spotlight: Haley Brokate 37:50

4d ago37:50

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Tune in to this episode of the Field Advisor Podcast as Kelsey Litchfield chats with 2025 IL Soy Envoy Haley Brokate, CCA, from Illini FS to talk agronomy and what’s really happening in the field. From tackling herbicide resistance and staying ahead on weed control to navigating labor shortages, Haley shares her perspective on these issues. They al…

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5-1-2025 Episode 56, Keith Dennis, Rolling Hills Co. 31:18

5d ago31:18

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There is more than the topography that is “rolling” at Rolling Fields Company in Perry County. When Keith Dennis and his wife Jane purchased the farm in 1976, this rolling farm ground had water rolling any time it had a heavy rain, cutting deep gullies. Erosion was a huge concern. Since 2011 Keith has planted cover crops and began utilizing the Han…

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Agriculture Today: April 30, 2025 24:59

6d ago24:59

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Headlines on today’s episode include: Lindberg addresses ag trade deficit during confirmation hearing, Ag Secretary Rollins comments on workforce reductions, Second crop corn conditions favorable in Brazil, Mizzou economist says fuel retailers still seek E15 certainty, USDA launches complaint portal, and Tar spot is not much of a concern for South …

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Soybeans were lower at midweek | Closing Market Minute 1:40

6d ago1:40

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Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the down days for soybeans and cattle and the mixed sessions in corn, wheat, and hogs. What to Watch: » May corn $4.67 and ¼ up $.06 and 3/4 » May soybeans $10.34 and ¾ down $.06 and 1/4 » May soybean meal $290.00 down $.50 » May soybean oil 48.58 down 27 points » May Chicago wheat …

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Cattle are lower Wednesday morning | Opening Market Minute 1:37

6d ago1:37

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Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the early losses in cattle and soybeans, the higher start for wheat, and the mixed opens for corn and hogs. What to watch: » Soybeans and corn are watching planting activity » Wheat looks oversold » Cattle are waiting for direct business » Hogs are monitoring demand Learn more about…

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Agriculture Today: April 29, 2025 24:59

7d ago24:59

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Headlines on today’s episode include: Soybean Innovation Lab spared through donation, Rollins says E-15 waiver is a win for U.S. corn farmers, E15 Waiver is good – but not good enough, Check seed tags for germ quality, A farmers’ approach to tight margins, and Keep an eye on seeding rates. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Califor…

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EPA approves E-15 summer sales | Weekly Commodity Market Update 13:09

7d ago13:09

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In this final episode of Weekly Commodity Market Update, Will and Ben talk about the EPA approving E-15 summer sales, and planting continuing slowly. Market recap (changes on week as of Friday's close): » May 2025 corn down $.04 at $4.78 » December 2025 corn down $.11 at $4.55 » May 2025 soybeans up $.14 at $10.49 » November 2025 soybeans up $.04 a…

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Cattle were up Tuesday | Closing Market Minute 1:32

7d ago1:32

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Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the daily gains in cattle, the losses in corn and soybeans, and the mixed closes for wheat and hogs. Closing numbers: » May corn $4.60 and ½ down $.15 » May soybeans $10.41 down $.11 » May soybean meal $290.50 up $3.50 » May soybean oil 48.85 down 106 points » May Chicago wheat $5.0…

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Cattle are higher Tuesday morning | Opening Market Minute 1:31

7d ago1:31

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Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher start for cattle, the lower open in soybeans, and the early mixed trade in corn, wheat, and hogs. What to watch: » Soybeans and corn are watching U.S. planting. » Wheat's monitoring winter wheat development weather. » Cattle are waiting for direct business. » Hogs are kee…

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Solving South of the Border Storage Concerns 3:59

7d ago3:59

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Mexico continues to be the largest export market for U.S. corn. In fact, 50% of corn grown in Illinois is exported. In this Managing for Profit, Jon Rosenstiel, former chair of the Illinois Corn Marketing Board, discusses a check-off funded project aimed at deepening that relationship. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California …

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Supporting Nebraska Agriculture Through Power Generation and Irrigation 3:53

7d ago3:53

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Nebraska has the second most acres of irrigated cropland in the United States with nearly 8 million acres under some form of irrigation. NPPD and its generating facilities have had a long history supporting the Cornhusker state. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my…

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Advancing the Soybean Supply Chain 3:59

7d ago3:59

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In this Pods for Profit, we’ll learn how the Soy Transportation Coalition uses farmer dollars to improve efficiencies across the supply chain. Executive Director Mike Steenhoek explains how the work is sparking infrastructure resilience. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-no…

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Agriculture Today: April 28, 2025 24:59

8d ago24:59

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On this latest episode, we’ll learn about the latest in USDA crop progress reports; a nationwide E15 waiver granted; the Senate’s #2 Democrat retiring; another pesticide ruling handed down; Brazil’s corn outlook; and rootworm pressure to be determined. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.co…

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Cattle futures higher to start the week | Closing Market Minute 1:34

8d ago1:34

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Brownfield's Meghan Grebner has your look closing market numbers for April 28, 2025. Closing numbers: » May corn $4.75 and 1/2 down 3 and 1/4 cents » May soybeans $10.52 up 2 and 1/4 cents » May soybean meal $287.00 down $3.00 » May soybean oil 49.91 up .63 » May Chicago wheat $5.15 and 1/2 down 14 and 1/2 cents » June live cattle $209.60 up $1.35 …

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Soybeans, corn, and wheat lower to start the week | Opening Market Minute 1:18

8d ago1:18

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Soybeans, corn, and wheat are lower early. Brownfield's Meghan Grebner has your opening Market Minute for April 28, 2025. What to watch: » Soybeans are pressured by lower soybean meal and soybean oil. » The market is looking ahead to this afternoon's Crop Progress updates from the USDA. » Cattle are higher early, with support from the lower move in…

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Application Planning 3:57

8d ago3:57

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Last week, we discussed prepping equipment for herbicide applications, and this week, Corteva Agriscience Market Development Specialist, Scott Pringnitz, joins us to discuss what farmers should check to ensure a successful spray of Enlist herbicides when they are ready to head to the field. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Califo…

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SOYLEIC Dairy Air Results in Better Bottom Line 0:59

8d ago0:59

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A Missouri Soybeans partnership with Martin Seed resulted in the launch earlier this year of the SOYLEIC Dairy Air Series non-GMO soybeans. Bryan Stobaugh with Missouri Soybean says that’s taken SOYLEIC soybeans from primarily human food use to their use in dairy cow rations. They benefit milk production and the dairy producers’ bottom line. See Pr…

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Cattle futures up sharply on the week | Weekly Livestock Market Update 24:52

10d ago24:52

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In this video, Brownfield's Meghan Grebner and University of Tennessee ag economist Charley Martinez provide a weekly update on livestock slaughter, cold storage, and food price outlook. Market highlights: Live cattle prices closed at $211.05/cwt which is $0.58 down from last week. June live cattle prices ($208.3) were up $4.23 compared to a week a…

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Agriculture Today: April 25, 2025 24:59

11d ago24:59

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Headlines on today’s episode include: Severe weather forecast for Monday, National Weather Service saga might be over - for now, Wisconsin weather monitoring network expands, Input costs remain a concern, Rapid planting progress in southern Ohio, Crop pests migrating into Midwest, and Soy Foods Month winding down. See Privacy Policy at https://art1…

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On the Ground (PM Episode) 4:59

11d ago4:59

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Brownfield's Carah Hart visited with Ivey Elwell, of La Monte FFA, at the Missouri FFA Convention in Columbia, Missouri. Elwell will serve as the 2025-2026 Missouri FFA President. 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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Illinois Ag Director Jerry Costello’s passion for hunting, getting youth involved in the outdoors 18:11

11d ago18:11

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On this episode of Outdoor Adventures, Illinois Director of Agriculture Jerry Costello joins Brent Barnett for a conversation about the importance of hunting in his life, and his passion for getting youth involved in the outdoors. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-…

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Beef industry update with Derrell Peel; and Driving beef demand with Mandy Carr Johnson 1:08:43

9d ago1:08:43

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Derrell Peel of Oklahoma State University talks with David Cooper about beef supplies and global trade in 2025 in this episode of the Progressive Cattle Podcast. Mandy Carr Johnson of NCBA shares demand initiatives and Beef Checkoff programs with Abby George. And the podcast team discusses all the beef David had on a recent death-defying cruise to …

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Hogs were higher Friday | Closing Market Minute 1:30

11d ago1:30

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Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at Friday's gains in hogs and the mixed finishes for soybeans, corn, wheat, and cattle. Closing numbers: » May corn $4.78 and ¾ up $.01 and 1/2 » May soybeans $10.49 and ¾ down $.03 and 1/4 » May soybean meal $290.00 up $1.30 » May soybean oil 49.28 down 37 points » May Chicago wheat $…

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On the Ground (AM Episode) 4:59

11d ago4:59

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Brownfield's Carah Hart visited with Missouri FFA President Andi Belt at the Missouri FFA Convention in Columbia, Missouri. 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 are mostly higher to start Friday | Opening Market Minute 1:31

11d ago1:31

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Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the mixed opens in hogs, cattle, wheat, corn, and soybeans. What to watch: » Soybeans and corn are watching forecasted rain coverage. » Wheat's monitoring rain chances in the Plains. » Cattle are waiting for direct business. » Hogs are mostly up, early, on Thursday's pork close. Con…

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Your Agronomy Questions, Answered 1:09:53

10d ago1:09:53

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The Illinois Soybean Association Agronomy Team hosted a live Q&A session to discuss the 2025 growing season. Abigail Peterson, CCA, Stacy Zuber, PhD, and Stephanie Porter, CCA, discussed what to watch for this season in terms of nutrient management, weed control, cover crops, and much more.By Illinois Soybean Association

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Agriculture Today: April 24, 2025 24:59

12d ago24:59

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Headlines on today’s episode include: Less soybean acres in Upper Midwest, Scout covers extra for cutworms, Cover crops help with moisture, A new market for soybeans, and SAF investor predicts 100x growth in 10 years. 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 Thursday | Closing Market Minute 1:45

12d ago1:45

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Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the mostly higher finishes for cattle and wheat, the gains in soybeans and corn, and the mostly lower close in hogs. Closing numbers: » May corn $4.77 and ¼ up $.05 and 1/4 » May soybeans $10.53 up $.12 and 3/4 » May soybean meal $288.70 down $2.10 » May soybean oil 49.65 up 174 poi…

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Innovations in Agriculture: GHX Seed Experience 6:26

12d ago6:26

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GHX doesn’t just sell seed. They provide data, digital tools, and on-site expert support to help farmers maximize yield and profit on their farms. On this episode of Innovations in Agriculture, Cyndi Young talks with Kramer Farney who heads up marketing for GHX. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https:…

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Soybeans opened higher Thursday | Opening Market Minute 1:42

12d ago1:42

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Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher open for soybeans, the mixed starts for corn and cattle, and the early losses in wheat and hogs. What to watch: » Soybeans have technical support. » Corn and wheat are monitoring rainfall. » Cattle are waiting for direct business. » Hogs are pressured by demand questions.…

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One Partner. All In. 4:00

12d ago4:00

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Spring fieldwork is ramping up across the Midwest, and David Doonan, who covers western Illinois for Nutrien Ag Solutions, says a large fleet backs their custom application services to ensure growers can cover their acres effectively and efficiently. He tells Brownfield that this enables farmers to seize narrow planting windows with confidence. See…

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