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Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins said the enrollment period is open for the Farmer Bridge Assistance Program, which provides $11 billion in one-time bridge payments to row crop producers and $1 billion for specialty crops. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After setting records in 2024, exports of U.S. pork finished strong in 2025. U.S. Meat Export Federation President and CEO Dan Halstrom, has the details. Source: USMEFSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New statistical reports from the Renewable Fuels Association show the value of the U.S. ethanol industry’s exports rose to a record $7.6 billion in 2025. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

USDA economist Bryn Swearingen provides the initial marketing year outlook for planted acreage for our country's corn, soybean, and wheat crops. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Supreme Court turned the U.S. trade landscape upside down with a decision on Friday striking down the centerpiece of President Donald Trump’s tariff program. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kam Quarles, CEO at the National Potato Council and Co-Chair of the Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance, says the Farm, Food, and National Security Act is a great move. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the gains in hogs and soybeans, and mixed closes for cattle, corn, and wheat.March corn $4.27 and ¾ up ¼ centMarch soybeans $11.39 and ½ up $.05 and 1/4March soybean meal $310.70 up $2.00March soybean oil 60.03 up 64 pointsMarch Chicago wheat $5.67 and ½ down $.02April live cattle $239.10 down $.15April lean hogs $95.80 up $2.10Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield» Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNewsSubscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News:➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445eBrownfield 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.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says near to above normal temperatures and precipitation are expected for much of the nation for the period of February 24 - March 2. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The number of farms in the United States fell by 15,000 in 2025, continuing a long-term decline in the nation’s agricultural landscape, the U.S. Department of Agriculture reported. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski explains how high steer prices in USDA's February meat outlook are influencing hog price forecasts for this month. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the losses in cattle and wheat, the gains in hogs, and mixed closes for corn and soybeans.March corn $4.27 and ½ unchangedMarch soybeans $11.34 and ¼ down $.03 and 1/4March soybean meal $308.70 down $1.10March soybean oil 59.39 up 47 pointsMarch Chicago wheat $5.69 and ½ down $.04April live cattle $239.25 down $2.75April lean hogs $93.70 up $.02Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield» Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNewsSubscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News:➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445eBrownfield 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.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Producer involvement is key to helping ag organizations thrive. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The number of Americans with estate planning documents has declined since 2022. More than 50 percent of respondents in a 2025 Caring.com study said they don’t have a will at all. Sean Voskuhl, Oklahoma State AARP Director, said as the world becomes more digital, it’s important to protect yourself there too. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Various offerings with USDA's Conservation Reserve Program have acreage enrollment periods currently underway or will soon begin sign-ups. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at higher overnight business in corn and the mixed trade for soybeans and wheat, along with how cattle and hogs could open.Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield» Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNewsSubscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News:➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445eBrownfield 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.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How do USDA projections for various farm household income categories for this year compare to totals from the prior year? Rod Bain with USDA has the story. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NASCAR is the first major U.S. motorsports series to utilize zero-carbon bioethanol, thanks to a new partnership with POET, the nation’s largest biofuel producer. POET is now the Official Biofuel Partner of NASCAR. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Office of U.S. Trade Representative recently announced the completion of an agreement on reciprocal trade between the United States and Taiwan. U.S. Meat Export Federation President and CEO Dan Halstrom says the trade deal is good news for U.S. red meat exports, starting with beef, where Taiwan is the fifth largest export market. Source: USMEFSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the modest gains in wheat and soybeans, and the mixed finishes for cattle, corn, and hogs.March corn $4.25 and ¾ down $.01 and 1/4March soybeans $11.41 up $.07 and 1/2March soybean meal $304.80 up $.90March soybean oil 59.68 up 109 pointsMarch Chicago wheat $5.59 and ½ up $.12 and 1/2April live cattle $243.42 up $.90April lean hogs $93.45 up $.90Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: @BrownfieldAgNews » Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield» Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNewsSubscribe and listen to Brownfield Ag News:➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/dz/podcast/brownfield-ag-news/id1436508505➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qoIHY9EYUV9sf5DXhBKHN?si=a4483aaa1afd445eBrownfield 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.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When it comes to farming there are plenty of decisions that need to be made. Ken Gilliam with The Directions Group discusses the process.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Despite high beef prices, the U.S. cattle herd remains at record low numbers. Nate Kauffman, the senior vice president and Omaha branch executive for the Kansas City Fed, said the numbers show there should be some rebuilding underway. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Roy Lee Lindsey, CEO of the North Carolina Pork Council, says producers lost more per head in ’23 than the previous record low in 1998, but they’ve turned the corner since then. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colton Lacina, the senior vice president of real estate operations for the Farmers National Company, talked about where land values are at. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

USDA Veterinary Medical Officer Lydia Carpenter explains African Swine Fever and potential threats to the U.S. pig and hog sector if it occurs in the U.S. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The buildout of grain storage capacity in the U.S. has stopped. That’s according to data from Joe Janzen, an economist for the University of Illinois. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says a mixed bag of temperatures and above normal precipitation across the Northern two-thirds of the country highlight the extended weather forecast for the period of February 17 - 23. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Jake Galbreath, NDSU Extension Veterinarian and Livestock Stewardship Specialist, offers some advice to cattle producers for best cattle care practices when the weather gets cold. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Agriculture news this week shares ag groups E15 and USMCA priorities for farmers, USDA updates and an interview discussing what growers should consider as they plan for the upcoming season. Top agriculture headlines from across the country include the E15 Rural Domestic Energy Council expected to submit proposals by February 15, with lawmakers aiming for an agreement by the end of the month. A new report outlines the agricultural impact of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement, while Donald Trump's tariffs face renewed scrutiny in the U.S. House. Additional agricultural policy news covers updates to farmer payments, increased scrutiny of USDA data and the U.S. expanding beef imports from Argentina following an executive order signed last week. Looking ahead to the start of the growing season, Eric Scherder, Ph.D., U.S. crop protection technical lead at Corteva Agriscience, joins the podcast for this week's interview discussing how growers can approach weed control and herbicide programs in an economically challenging year. He emphasizes using an integrated strategy that combines herbicides with cultural practices, such as cover crops, to create an effective and flexible plan regardless of crop or geography. The conversation also highlights his background and appreciation for science and agriculture in this first interview of the Why Enlist series, featuring agronomy and crop leaders. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!

Jeff Gale, NDSU Extension Ag and Natural Resources Agent for Foster County, says he’s watching to see if any trees or plants are breaking dormancy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s well-known that the U.S. cattle herd continues to shrink. The January U.S. Cattle Inventory report showed the total inventory at 86.2 million head on January 1. That was down 300,000 head from last year. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AccuWeather long-range experts say the harshest cold of winter is likely in the rearview mirror, but the rest of the season will bring various weather threats, including ice jams, flooding, severe storms, and an increased risk of wildfires. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The USDA’s World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report shows the 2025-2026 U.S. corn outlook is for greater exports and lower ending stocks. The season-average corn price is unchanged at $4.10 per bushel. The U.S. soybean supply and use projections are unchanged this month. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trade with Mexico and Canada delivers significant economic benefits to rural communities across the U.S. That’s according to new economic analysis released today by the Agricultural Coalition for the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ag Valley Grain Merchandiser Matt Burkey joined Brownfield Ag News to discuss the updated numbers and what they could signal for the grain markets. Tune in for timely insight to help guide your marketing decisions.

New data from U.S. court filings indicate farm bankruptcy has risen again. Samantha Ayoub, an economist with the American Farm Bureau Federation, says the data paints a stark picture of the farm economy. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meteorologist Brad Rippey goes over some of the winter wheat crop conditions reported by states published in its latest State Stories edition. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard Fordyce, USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation, said things are looking good to get that help in the hands of producers this month. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A recent USDA study looks at adoption trends for precision agricultural practices within the nation’s dairy sector. Rod Bain with USDA has the story. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

USDA released its initial 2026 farm income forecast and as expected, it showed a further decline in overall farm income, offset only by government payments. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Farmer sentiment dropped sharply in the January Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer. One troubling trend in this month’s farmer survey is the increasing size of operating loans in 2026. Michael Langemeier of Purdue University said there are bigger loans in store for more farmers this year. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The USDA reminds agricultural producers that the final date to apply for or make changes to their existing crop insurance coverage is quickly approaching for spring-planted crops, Whole-Farm Revenue Protection, Micro Farm, and some specialty crops. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Weeds cause many problems in the field, robbing farmers of their yields. Joe Ikley, NDSU Extension Weed Specialist, talks more about kochia problems in fields.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The dairy industry is experiencing a period of growth in the U.S. right now. Gregg Doud, President and CEO of the National Milk Producers Federation, says one of the road signs is the current boom in dairy processing expansion. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

House Ag Committee Chair GT Thompson of Pennsylvania told attendees at the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture’s Winter Policy Conference that getting a farm bill done is a top priority in 2026. Senate Ag Committee Ranking Member Amy Klobuchar of Minnesota appeared to bring some optimism to that goal by saying the leaders of each Ag Committee work well together despite the political divide in Washington, D.C. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey notes how a weather pattern change will impact both temperatures and precipitation nationwide during the period of February 10 - 16. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Super Bowl Sunday is consistently one of the highest demand days for food across the U.S., supporting the farm economy. Faith Parum, an economist for the American Farm Bureau Federation, said Super Bowl Sunday can really reflect the abundance of American agriculture. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve Censky is the CEO of the American Soybean Association. Censky discusses the current trade environment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Private analysts raised forecasts for Brazil’s soybean crop as harvesting gained momentum and weather conditions remained largely favorable across major producing regions. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anne Steckel, senior advisor for biofuels at the National Farmers Union, says interest in biofuels and renewable diesel continues to grow as consumers understand the many benefits. She noted that biofuels not only reduce carbon emissions but also reduce the price at the pump. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.