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North Dakota State University Extension has released projected crop budgets for 2026. These budget projections serve as guides for farmers in the state and are organized by multicounty region.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The recent Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer had an interesting split between the Index of Current Expectations compared to the Future Expectations Index. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As spring planting gears up across the country, the Department of Agriculture’s Risk Management Agency has determined crop insurance prices for 2026. Faith Parum, an economist with the American Farm Bureau Federation, has details on three major crops. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Karl Hoppe, Livestock Specialist at the NDSU Carrington Research Extension Center, warns producers to be on the lookout for any problems early on. This National Ag Month story is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest edition of USDA's Agricultural Prices Report featured how prices received by crop growers impacted the total price index. Rod Bain with USDA has the story. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Farm Commons is a nonprofit organization that helps farmers with legal challenges and questions through education, workshops and resources. Rachel Armstrong, founder and Executive Director of Farm Commons says they get many questions surrounding the H-2A Visa Program. This National Ag Month story is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Mark Welch, a grain marketing analyst from Texas A & M University, said it’s past time for more certainty in overseas trade policy. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Building U.S. ag trade opportunities includes securing new and expanding current global markets for biofuels, according to the Deputy Agriculture Secretary. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Farm Commons is a nonprofit organization that helps farmers with legal challenges and questions through education, workshops and resources. Rachel Armstrong, founder and Executive Director of Farm Commons talks more about the work they do.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Taylor, farm input analyst with Rabobank, on current fertilizer availability and what it means for producers. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Karl Hoppe, NDSU Extension Livestock Specialist at the Carrington Research Extension Center, offers some advice to producers for a successful calving season. This National Ag Month story is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ryan Yates, American Farm Bureau Managing Director of Government Affairs, says ag has waited long enough. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The National Pork Board has a comprehensive business intelligence team analyzing data throughout the supply chain, including consumer preference, volume, value, and purchase trends. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at Tuesday's mixed finishes in cattle, corn, hogs, soybeans, and wheat.May corn $4.46 and ½ up ¾ centMay soybeans $11.70 and ½ up $.06 and 1/2May soybean meal $314.70 up $1.80May soybean oil 62.82 up 8 pointsMay Chicago wheat $5.74 down $.03 and 1/4April live cattle $234.12 up $1.02April lean hogs $95.75 up $.17Learn 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.

The overall Rural Mainstreet Index dropped below a growth-neutral level of 50 for February. That’s according to the most recent monthly survey of bank CEOs in rural areas of a ten-state region dependent on agriculture or energy. The region’s overall reading for February fell to 47.9 from 52 in January. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Many ranchers are preparing for calving and some have already begun. Karl Hoppe, NDSU Extension Livestock Specialist at the Carrington Research Extension Center, offers some advice to producers for a successful calving season. This National Ag Month story is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tiffany Hoeft owns Minds Matter in Aberdeen, South Dakota. She says many people don’t realize some damage caused by dementia is preventable, if you start early enough. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey notes some exceptions to nationwide near to above temperatures and precipitation for the period of March 3 - 9. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There’s still a lot of old crop grain in storage to market, even while farmers prepare for the upcoming 2026 growing season. John Heinberg, the market advisor for Total Farm Marketing, said clearing out old crop grain supplies is a big concern. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jimmy Cheatham, a barge captain, said despite the challenges of winter, goods are still moving. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the end of week losses in cattle, the gains in wheat, soybeans, and corn, and the mixed close for hogs.March corn $4.38 and ¾ up $.05 and 1/2March soybeans $11.57 and ¼ up $.09 and 1/2March soybean meal $315.50 down $2.10March soybean oil 61.29 unchangedMarch Chicago wheat $5.91 and ¼ up $.19 and 1/2April live cattle $232.22 down $4.67April lean hogs $95.72 unchangedLearn 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.

As crop farmers prepare to plant their corn, soybeans, or wheat in 2026, many are making decisions with the current farm economy in mind. NAFB News Service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

U.S. meat exporters are facing increased pressure overseas as global production rises and price-sensitive buyers look for lower-cost supplies. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is asking farmers and ranchers to help improve how federal crop and livestock data are collected, saying accurate reports are essential to fair and orderly markets. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.

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.

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.

Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at Wednesday's gains in cattle, corn, hogs, and soybeans, along with the mixed close for wheat. March corn $4.30 and ½ up $.02 and 3/4March soybeans $11.48 and ¼ up $.08 and 3/4March soybean meal $318.30 up $7.60March soybean oil 60.26 up 23 pointsMarch Chicago wheat $5.65 and ¾ down $.01 and 3/4April live cattle $240.27 up $1.17April lean hogs $96.20 up $.40Learn 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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.

Producer involvement is key to helping ag organizations thrive. See 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.