Brownfield Ag News

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher overnight business in corn, soybeans, and wheat, along with what cattle and hogs are looking at

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Access to land remains one of the biggest challenges facing young farmers and ranchers.

On this episode of the Next Gen Podcast, Brownfield's Erin Anderson and Kellan Heavican sit down with Minneapolis-based attorney Mark Balzarini to discuss how land swap agreements can help farm families navigate ownership transitions, support succession planning, and improve opportunities for the next generation.

Mark explains:

✅ What a land swap agreement is

✅ How land swaps differ from traditional land purchases and cash rent agreements

✅ Tax considerations and ownership benefits

✅ Ways land swaps can support farm succession planning

✅ Common mistakes and overlooked issues families should consider

✅ Why early family conversations are critical

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

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Stories on this episode include:

-The chief economist at the USDA says rising diesel costs are becoming a greater concern for agriculture as harvest continues.

-Outside influences continue to cause volatility in the cattle market. 

-Corteva has agreed to a $35 million proposed settlement that the Federal Trade Commission says “could lower pesticide prices for American farmers.”

-An ag weather and climate specialist says a growing network of weather stations is helping farmers access critical data.

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The primary goal of the Illinois corn checkoff is to improve farmer profitability. In this Managing for Profit, Matt Raben, a Gallatin County farmer and new chairman of the Illinois Corn Marketing Board, discusses some of their recent efforts.  

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Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at what supported corn and soybeans overnight, why wheat was lower, and what cattle and hogs will be watching

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

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Stories on this episode include:

-A commodities economist says the grain markets are disappointed with the lack of immediate purchases from China as more details are unveiled from last week’s meeting.

-The Environmental Protection Agency recently awarded $15 million in research grants to study how PFAS, or forever chemicals, can move through crops and livestock.

-Rain in some key growing areas limited corn and soybean harvest activity over the past week.

-Three cattle organizations say recent activity from Immigration and Customs Enforcement has caused additional challenges for the beef supply chain.

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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 USDA Chief Economist Justin Benavidez about rising input costs, the outlook for the farm economy, trade with China, growing domestic demand, and how USDA is modernizing its data. 

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Logan Groleau was selected as a winner of the Wyffels Corn Belt Award because of his drive and hard work in school, sports, and throughout his community. Logan is in varsity football, varsity shooting, and FFA, where he is a sentinel. He enjoys the camaraderie of team sports and FFA, working together towards a common goal. Logan is vice president of his 4-H chapter and he exhibits livestock, such as beef steers, heifers, pigs, and poultry, at shows and fairs. He also supports his community through National Honor Society service projects. Agriculture has taught Logan responsibility, leadership, and dedication. He is committed to the animals he shows and has learned something different from each species. Logan knows agriculture isn't just about winning in the show ring; it's about the early mornings, long days, lessons, friendships, and pride that comes from the hard work one puts in. After high school, Logan plans to attend University of Wisconsin - Riverfalls to study animal science and later attend a veterinarian school.

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