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At the market close, December corn was up 2¾¢ at $3.97¼ per bushel. November soybeans were up 11½¢ at $10.44¼ per bushel. “Another day of light short covering led by beans.” Jamey Kohake, senior risk manager with Pinion, said, “August to January crop reports usually get revised lower. With a record harvest being forecasted it will probably be short lived.” September CBOT wheat was up 2¼¢ at $5.07¼ per bushel. September KC wheat was down 2¢ at $5.28 per bushel. December Minneapolis wheat increased ¾¢ at $5.54¼ per bushel. October live cattle were up 40¢ at $229.42 per hundredweight (cwt).…

Precision sprayers have already hit the market, making chemical use more efficient than traditional broadcast methods. Specialized equipment is the next step to the future of automated farming.  “The opportunity with having something autonomous you can engage with through a mobile app is that you can optimize your time as well,” said Taylor Wetli, commercial and business development manager for Solinftec. “Sometimes, a farmer has to pick between hauling grain or spraying, and somehow they have to get everything done. There’s a lot of efficiency gains when you have something there autonomously connected with the field, performing those pieces.” Solinftec…

Based on the most recent condition ratings for corn and soybeans reported by USDA, there are clear “winners,” or states with the highest rated crops, and “losers,” or states with the lowest rated crops.  Take a look at which states came out on top, and which have room to improve before harvest. Corn Winners: Iowa, Wisconsin, Pennsylvania As of Aug. 10, 80% or more of the corn crop in three of the nation’s top corn-growing states was in good or excellent shape.  With 86% good/excellent corn, Iowa topped the list. In fact, the Corn Belt leader reported the most corn…

DAILY Bites EPA guidance allows manufacturers to modify DEF system software on new and existing diesel vehicles to reduce crippling engine derates, with no extra reporting requirements. The action responds to longstanding concerns from farmers, truckers, and industry stakeholders about operational and economic impacts from SCR-related power losses. The American Farm Bureau Federation praised the decision, calling it a common-sense approach that will keep commerce moving and farmers in the field. DAILY Discussion The Environmental Protection Agency says that is is now taking action to address growing concerns from farmers, truckers, and other diesel vehicle operators over performance issues tied…

1. Soybean Futures Rise Overnight After Bullish Report Soybean futures jumped in overnight trading after the U.S. Department of Agriculture lowered its forecast for production in the 2025-2026 marketing year.  USDA, in its monthly supply and demand report yesterday, pegged soybean output at 4.292 billion bushels, down from the previous outlook for 4.335 billion bushels. Yield estimates rose to 53.6 bushels an acre from the July projection of 52.5 bushels, but harvested area is now seen at 80.1 million acres versus the prior forecast for 82.5 million, the government said.  Soybean stockpiles are now pegged at 290 million bushes versus…

By Ana Mano SAO PAULO, Aug 11 (Reuters) – Brazilian total egg exports, including fresh and processed products, rose almost 305% to 5,259 metric tons in July, reflecting strong demand from the U.S. after its bird flu outbreak, according to data compiled by industry group ABPA on Monday. The U.S. turned to Brazil after bird flu reduced domestic egg supplies, raising prices and inflation. However, President Donald Trump imposed a 50% tariff on Brazilian goods, including eggs, on Aug. 6. In the first seven months of 2025, the U.S. was the main destination for Brazilian egg exports, with 18,976 tons shipped there in the period, representing a 1,419%…

USDA published the latest Crop Progress report on Monday, August 11. Here’s a closer look at recent weather and the status of Tennessee’s most important crops in early August. Weather Parts of Tennessee are experiences abnormally dry conditions, with some moderate drought conditions.  U.S. Drought Monitor In Monday’s Crop Progress report, USDA said farmers had 6.2 days suitable for fieldwork the week that ended August 10, compared to 6.6 days this time last year. USDA rated Tennessee topsoil moisture 20% very short, 40% short, 39% adequate, and 1% surplus. Subsoil moisture conditions in the state were rated 15% very short,…

by Cami Koons U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin announced guidance Tuesday for engine and equipment manufacturers to prevent sudden shutdowns and power losses that occur in diesel exhaust fluid, or DEF, systems.  Zeldin made the announcement at the Iowa State Fair and said the current DEF regulations were “unacceptable.”  “It is unacceptable that farmers, truckers, construction workers, and many other small businesses continually experience failures of diesel-powered equipment when they need it most — costing millions of dollars in lost productivity,” Zeldin said in a statement. DEF is added to exhaust streams to help reduce the nitrous oxide…

At the market close, December corn was down 13¼¢ at $3.94½ per bushel. November soybeans were up 21½¢ at $10.32¾ per bushel. “The trade was expecting a bearish leaning report with higher production and ending stocks on corn and soybeans.” Karl Setzer, partner with Consus Ag Consulting, said, “The lack of a significant weather threat also pressured futures, although more models are indicating a hot finish to August which has been known to negatively impact yields.” September CBOT wheat was down 10¢ at $5.05 per bushel. September KC wheat was 8¼¢ lower at $5.10¾ per bushel. December Minneapolis wheat was…

Researchers at the University of Missouri have found a mix of drones and AI can help farmers measure the health of their corn more efficiently. Instead of relying on handheld devices — which can be slow and impractical for larger fields — the researchers surveyed corn fields in mid-Missouri using drones equipped with special cameras to capture images and data. By analyzing the images and data using artificial intelligence, the team was able to accurately estimate chlorophyll levels — a key indicator of corn health. The drone’s special cameras capture different wavelengths of light that plants reflect, such as near-infrared…