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Stories on this episode include:

The lead dairy economist at CoBank says he expects dairy replacement numbers to rebound in 2027.

All eyes are on the placement number in Friday’s Cattle on Feed report.

A former chief economist with the USDA says it’s likely U.S. farmers will plant more winter wheat acres this fall. 

Tight margins continue to make rising input costs a major source of frustration for a southeast Iowa farmer.

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Farmland sales appear to be lagging in southeastern Minnesota, but values remain strong. Will year-end activity change the picture? Explore the 2026 outlook! For now, land values in southeastern Minnesota continue to show strength, even as the pace of sales has slowed. The question is whether the coming months will bring enough activity to close the gap and provide a more complete view of 2026. Whether you’re preparing to buy or sell, partner with an appraiser who is based in your region and understands local markets. Connect with Compeer’s appraisal team to discuss your situation.

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Welcome to Inside D.C., where we break down how decisions in Washington shape the tools you use on your farm. This week, Brownfield’s Carah Hart talks with Minnesota Ag Commissioner Thom Petersen about mounting farm financial pressures, rising input costs, trade uncertainty, and the importance of a long-term U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement renewal. 

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Corteva Agriscience Technical Field Agronomist Joe Bolte says the first thing new users of the Enlist weed control system need to know is that it offers the best platform for current and future control of the toughest weeds they face.  

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Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the modest overnight losses in corn and soybeans, the mixed trade in wheat, and what cattle and hogs will be watching to start the week

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In this episode of Innovations in Agriculture, Brownfield’s Carah Hart visits with Marcus Broughton, senior technical agronomist at Yara North America, about the importance of soil sampling after harvest. They discuss best practices for collecting representative samples, interpreting soil test results, evaluating pH and nutrient levels, and using the information to fine-tune fertility programs. Broughton explains how soil testing can help farmers prioritize fertilizer investments, improve nutrient-use efficiency, identify potential yield-limiting factors, and make more informed decisions for the next growing season amid tight farm margins and rising input costs. 

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Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at Monday's mostly higher trade in cattle and the losses in corn, hogs, soybeans, and wheat

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Stories on this episode include:

The Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation is asking farmers to share their concerns about the impacts of proposed transmission line projects that stretch across three states in the Upper Midwest.

An ag economist says this year's large crop is forcing farmers to rethink how they market and move grain. 

Jackie Moore with Joplin Regional Stockyards in Missouri says he continues to see heavier weight yearling cattle move through the sale barn. 

Farmland values are increasing in parts of the Midwest despite challenges in the ag economy.

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In this episode, Brownfield's Meghan Grebner and ag economist, Charley Martinez, Director of the King Ranch Institute of Ranch Management discuss current livestock market trends, feed outlooks, retail beef prices, and input costs. Martinez provides valuable insights for producers navigating market fluctuations and planning for the future.

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Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at Friday's mostly higher move in cattle, the gains in hogs, and the losses in corn, soybeans, and wheat

December corn $4.74 and ¼ down $.03 and 3/4

November soybeans $12.61 and ¼ down $.01 and 3/4

December soybean meal $357.10 down $2.70

December soybean oil 67.13 down 2 points

December Chicago wheat $6.60 and ½ down $.09 and 1/2

December live cattle $228.35 up $1.10

December lean hogs $66.92 up $.35

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