A new initiative aims to accelerate the use of U.S. biofuels in the maritime sector. President and CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association Geoff Cooper tells Brownfield, “It is to make sure that we ...

At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were up, watching direct trade develop at sharply higher prices.  February live cattle closed $2.42 higher at $230.95 and April live ...

The CEO of the American Soybean Association says while the USDA’s latest ad-hoc assistance for farmers is appreciated, farmers could use more help. Stephen Censky says Congress can step in.

The Federal Reserve cut interest rates another quarter point this week. Ag economist Dr. Megan Roberts with Compeer Financial says the Fed is likely responding to labor market concerns. “The ...

Strong investor interest is helping support farmland values. Compeer Financial senior appraiser Bill Mergen covers southwest Wisconsin and says the ag land market has remained steady in 2025.