Brownfield Ag News

Today's episode features updates on the EPA's timeline to release Renewable Volume Obligations, how farmers are handling soaring fuel costs heading into spring planting, the availability of fertility products amid the Middle East conflict, the need for enhanced safety mechanisms around grain handling facilities, and more.

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Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the modest gains in corn and wheat, the losses in soybeans, and the mixed closes for cattle and hogs.

May corn $4.62 and ½ up $.03

May soybeans $11.55 down $.08 and 1/2

May soybean meal $322.40 down $4.20

May soybean oil 65.73 up 15 points

May Chicago wheat $5.90 up $.02 and 1/4

April live cattle $235.37 up $.07

April lean hogs $91.05 up $.25

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Brownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.

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Southwest Minnesota farmer George Goblish is in his first year as the Minnesota Soybean Research and Promotion Council’s District 7 director and says there’s been a lot to learn. He tells Brownfield the Soy Checkoff makes a significant impact on the state’s ag economy, partly because of investments in new uses for soy. 

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Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the overnight losses in soybeans, mostly firm moves in corn and wheat, and how cattle and hogs might open.

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Today's features reports on Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins' Monday visit to Nebraska, the latest in the Iran conflict, pre-report planting intentions estimates, and more.

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Casey Hanson was chosen as a Beck's Player with Heart for his commitment and passion on and off the field, court, and track. In school, he is involved in football, basketball, track, baseball, FCA, and National Honor Society. He loves competing and playing with my friends. Casey says that playing sports and being competitive make the experience special and exciting. In his community, Casey has been a registered umpire for Junior High baseball for the past two years. He has also been a referee for youth basketball, an umpire for youth baseball, a volunteer at 5th and 6th tackle football games, and has volunteered at many youth sports camps. Casey is also actively involved in his church and local sorority group, participating in many charity events and fundraisers. In agriculture, Casey lives on a 5-generational family farm that he and his brothers will someday take over from his father. He takes great pride in farming and producing corn because to him, farming is more than just agriculture; it's his family history. Casey wants to pursue a degree in agriculture with hopes of running the farm someday. 

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Eden Van Zante was nominated as a Beck's Player with Heart for her dedication and commitment to her school and community. She participates in archery, Band, FFA, 4-H, church youth group and National Honor Society. Eden enjoys participating in archery because it allows her to be a role model for the younger archers. For Eden, the ties of agriculture run deep and always will. She has grown up in a small rural community, learning how to grow food in a garden, raise beef and pork, and plant flowers. She was the 2025 Southern Iowa Fair Queen and said that it was an honor to represent her county at the Iowa State Fair. Eden's family farm raises antibiotic free pork for restaurants and grocery stores across the United States, and grows Beck's corn and beans. She has participated in the Advanced Feeder Pen of Steers for all 9 years of her 4-H career, and it has taught her the value of record-keeping and the real-world aspect of the beef industry. Eden plans to attend Ellsworth Community College and will major in Agriculture Science and Farm Management. 

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As a Beck's Player with Heart, Jude Mieska shows his dedication and passion both on and off the field. Jude participates in football, basketball, soccer, Track & Field, National Honor Society, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Student Body Government, and Student Council. His favorite thing about high school sports and activities is the learning and growth that you can achieve while encouraging others to learn and grow alongside you. Jude sees agriculture as one of the foundational pillars of life as a whole and believes it needs to be a core focus of our society to create a better future. After his senior year, Jude plans to attend the University of Nebraska-Lincoln to study Business Management.

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As a Beck’s Player with Heart, Sydney Lovrien demonstrates dedication and passion both on and off the field. She participates in softball, volleyball, wrestling, basketball, golf, and drill team, while also being actively involved in National Honor Society, Student Council, and FFA. Sydney says her involvement in sports and activities has taught her valuable skills such as a strong work ethic, responsibility, and teamwork. In her community, she is involved in 4-H and is an active member of her church, where she serves at events like nursing home functions and town celebrations. Agriculture has been a part of Sydney’s life since the day she was born. It has taught her important life lessons and helped shape her into the person she is today. She plans to attend the University of Northern Iowa to pursue a degree in nursing. Afterward, she hopes to stay close to her family and the farm she grew up on.

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Cooper Dunn has be selected as a Beck's Player with Heart for his dedication and passion on and off the field and course. He is involved in Varsity boys basketball, Varsity boys golf, National Honors Society, FFA, Coach Kids, and Prom Committee. He enjoys the competitive nature of sports, along with the life lessons learned and the friends you meet along the way. Cooper is a 9 year 4-H member and serves as a mentor for younger members. Agriculture has taught him responsibility, along with consistency. No matter is going on in life, animals need to be fed and taken care. Responsibility and consistency are the two major traits he has gained from working in agriculture. Cooper plans to attend Purdue University! 

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