Breaking Down the Long-Term Fertilizer Supply Crisis — It’s Not Pretty
When the conflict in Iran escalated about a month ago, most Americans focused on oil prices and geopolitical tension. But for farmers across the Corn Belt, the Southern Plains, and beyond, the war set off a different
Friday, March 20th, 2026 Program
It was a “Steady Eddie” kind of week in the cattle complex as we wrapped up trade on Friday. Amid the on-going volatility we saw firm cash and futures that worked back and forth throughout. Joe Kooima
Cattle on Feed Down Slightly, Placements Higher
The latest Cattle on Feed report from USDA shows a slightly lower inventory number and higher placements compared to last year. Cattle and calves on feed for the slaughter market in the United States for feedlots with
Grains Move Lower to End the Week on Friday
We saw a lower day of trading in the grain markets on Friday, led to the downside by Kansas City and Chicago wheat. In lieu of any fresh headlines it seemed that traders may have taken some
Nebraska Trucking Heroes Wildfires Relief Fund
LINCOLN – Whenever Nebraskans face tough times, the trucking industry is there to help. Right now, as wildfires leave unprecedented destruction across western Nebraska, the Nebraska Trucking Association (NTA) and its members are taking action, alongside the
High Quality Forage and Strong Cattle Health Begin with Solid Pasture Management
As winter gives way to spring and fields begin to green up, it is critical to have a plan in place to control weeds before they become a problem. “We see long-term impacts throughout a season that
High Quality Forage and Strong Cattle Health Begin with Solid Pasture Management
As winter gives way to spring and fields begin to green up, it is critical to have a plan in place to control weeds before they become a problem. “We see long-term impacts throughout a season that