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Cool weather stalling crop development

A field agronomist for Burrus Seed says the latest cool stretch of weather has caused some corn and soybean emergence issues. Chris Brown, who covers the eastern two thirds of Illinois and southern half of Wisconsin, tells Brownfield, "We ...
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Northern Illinois farmer wrapping up planting

A northern Illinois farmer says it's been a long planting season. John Bartman, who grows corn, soybeans, wheat, and vegetables in McHenry County, tells Brownfield... "We were very wet early in April." He says, "It's been cold, but ...
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May 22 | Closing Market Report

The May 22, 2026, agricultural market report details significant macroeconomic pressures and favorable summer weather projections. Analyst Mike Zuzolo assesses that commodity markets must ration demand for wheat and crude oil due to the ongoing closure of the Strait ...
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Better emergence, needed moisture encouraging for north Iowa farmer

A north Iowa farmer says crop emergence is better than a year ago. Josh Hitzhusen grows corn and soybeans near Rockwell and tells Brownfield stands were thin last year. "It's not a perfect stand out there by any means, ...
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Iowa farmer says fuel costs are becoming biggest expense

The jump in fuel prices is hurting the bottom line of farmers like Cordt Holub in east-central Iowa. "Certainly been the biggest question here when it comes to springtime planting and putting the crop in the ground. A lot ...
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Illinois wheat checkoff rolls out this summer

The president of the Illinois Wheat Association says the state's new wheat checkoff is just weeks from going into effect. Tracy Heuerman, who farms in Effingham County, tells Brownfield... "The wheat checkoff doesn't officially take place until July 1st, ...
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May 21 | Closing Market Report

The May 21st episode of Commodity Week featured a panel discussion with Todd Gleason, Curt Kimmel, Dave Chatterton, and Collin Watters regarding the current state of agricultural markets. The discussion focused on several key drivers, including weather, the potential ...
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May 21 | Closing Market Report

- Ag Markets with Matt Bennett, AgMarket.net- farmdoc 2026 Crop Budget Updates- Ag Weather with Mike Tannura, Tstorm.netOn this May 21, 2026, edition of the Closing Market Report, host Todd Gleason reviews a mixed trading day as markets respond ...
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Gov. Reynolds signs bill protecting FFA, school activity absences

A new Iowa law aims to strengthen agricultural education by ensuring students aren't penalized for participating in FFA and other school‑sponsored activities. Iowa Cattlemen's Association CEO Bryan Whaley says Governor Kim Reynolds has signed Senate File 2219, which brings ...
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Wet spring brings relief but also challenges for Illinois farmer

A central Illinois farmer says she's wrapped up planting...for the first time. Heather Hampton-Knodle, who grows corn, soybeans, and wheat in Montgomery County, says several rounds of heavy rains and severe weather will likely lead to some replanting. "We ...
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Increasing number of dust storms causing concern

A central Illinois farmer says he's concerned about the growing number of dust storms plaguing the Midwest. Jim Reed, who grows corn and soybeans in Piatt County, tells Brownfield... "There have been so many dust storms this spring, the ...
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Big expectations for Illinois wheat crop

The president of the Illinois Wheat Association says the state's 2026 crop is looking promising. Tracy Heuerman, who farms in Effingham County, says this year's tour of 25 southern Illinois counties tallied an estimated average yield of nearly 105 ...
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