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Early Corn Being Harvested in Brazil

Published February 1, 2026

The corn harvest is beginning in Brazil. "Early corn, that was planted back in September and October, is being harvested," reports Brazilian agricultural advisor Kory Melby. "Much of their soybeans go in after the wheat harvest in December, so much…

Plotting a Course-Planning Prices for ’26

Published January 28, 2026

NDSU Extension released its projected 2026 commodity prices for planning. Extension Farm Management Specialist Ron Haugen says there’s an opportunity there for farmers who can get contracts locked in. "Crop prices are depressed, but there are a few bright spots…

Bessent Meets with Chinese Counterpart in Davos

Published January 22, 2026

Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said China has fulfilled its commitment to purchase 12 million metric tons of U.S. soybeans. After meeting with China’s vice premier, Bessent said China is prepared to purchase…

Long-Term Benefit of Seed Treatments

Published January 9, 2026

Soybean seed treatments help protect yields against seedling diseases. "They're not just going to be protecting against the soybean diseases that we have, but they also protect that plant for the entire season," said Wade Webster, soybean pathology specialist, NDSU…

Mixed Yields and Carryover Stocks Challenge ND Soybean Farms

Published January 9, 2026

2025 was a tough year for many North Dakota soybean farmers. North Dakota Soybean Growers President Justin Sherlock says while yields were hit or miss for many farms, the large carryover crop has put many farmers into a unique situation.…

What’s Hot What’s Not in the Markets

Published January 5, 2026

Randy Martinson of Martinson Ag Risk Management says cattle and precious metals remain the hottest markets, with cattle testing strong resistance levels and gold and silver continuing their upward momentum. On the downside, grains are struggling. Corn is trading near…

Policy Expert Breaks Down Venezuela, Trade Implications

Published January 5, 2026

Policy Solutions President Jay Truitt says the U.S. capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro could have ripple effects on global oil markets and agricultural trade, particularly with China and other Central and South American countries. Truitt notes that while Venezuela…

When Will the Market Turn for Farmers?

Published December 29, 2025

Agribusiness consultant Michael Kvistad says U.S. farmers remain under heavy financial pressure as high input costs collide with lower commodity prices, but he believes the cycle will eventually turn. Kvistad points to global production trends as the primary force keeping…

Large Crops and Slow Demand Shape 2025

Published December 26, 2025

The lack of a major global weather or production problem has prolonged a lower-price environment for grains and oilseeds, defining much of 2025. “The continued production cycle globally has lacked a threat to new crop production throughout the last two…

Grain Market Recovery Depends on Exports

Published December 23, 2025

Ample global grain supplies continue to pressure commodity prices, with exports seen as the key path toward a recovery. NDSU Extension Crops Economist Frayne Olson says the big crop kept inventories elevated, limiting upside potential. “Number one, we had a…

Articles tagged under: Soybeans

Early Corn Being Harvested in Brazil

Plotting a Course-Planning Prices for ’26

Bessent Meets with Chinese Counterpart in Davos

Long-Term Benefit of Seed Treatments

Mixed Yields and Carryover Stocks Challenge ND Soybean Farms

What’s Hot What’s Not in the Markets

Policy Expert Breaks Down Venezuela, Trade Implications

When Will the Market Turn for Farmers?

Large Crops and Slow Demand Shape 2025

Grain Market Recovery Depends on Exports

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