Author: staff

A little after 8:30 a.m. CT, December corn was down less than a penny at $4.17¾ per bushel. November soybeans were up 1¾¢ at $10.08¾ per bushel. September wheat contracts were mixed. CBOT wheat was down less than a penny at $5.41¼ per bushel. KC wheat was up 2¼¢ at $5.25¼ per bushel. CBOT spring wheat was down 2¢ at $5.85. Minneapolis wheat was up less than a penny at $6.04¼.  “I’m keeping a close eye on weather and heat forecasts heading into late July and early August, since crops will be entering critical stages of development,” said Cole Raisbeck,…

By Boris Camiletti Tar spot of corn, caused by the fungus Phyllachora maydis, has become one of the most challenging foliar diseases for corn growers in the Midwest. First identified in the U.S. in 2015, tar spot has spread rapidly, driven by favorable weather conditions and susceptible hybrids [1]. In Illinois, we have received multiple reports of tar spot in corn still in vegetative stages during the 2025 season, with confirmed cases across several counties. These early-season detections highlight the persistent nature of the disease and the importance of timely management. Understanding Tar Spot: Symptoms and Disease Cycle Tar spot typically…

As the ethanol industry seeks to decarbonize, so as to meet tax credit requirements, pipeline companies are planning to establish routes across the Midwest. Those pipelines will transport and sequester carbon dioxide (CO2) generated during ethanol production, allowing ethanol plants to take advantage of tax credits.  The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) of 2022 expanded the 45Q tax credit.  According to documentation from the Iowa Corn Growers Association, this credit incentivizes carbon capture and sequestration (CCS), with the federal government providing funding as follows: $85 per metric ton (17¢ cents per gallon of ethanol) for CO2 permanently sequestered underground, and$60 per…

December corn ended the day up 5¾¢ at $4.18 per bushel. November soybeans closed down less than a penny at $10.07 per bushel. September CBOT wheat closed down 3½¢ at $5.41½ per bushel. September KC wheat was down 1¼¢ at $5.23. September Minneapolis wheat was down 10¢ at $6.03¾. “A muted reaction to last Friday’s balance sheet update limited market interest outside of the corn complex,” said Karl Setzer, partner at Consus Ag Consulting. “The world corn inventory is expected to fall to its lowest level in over a decade this year, giving that grain some much-needed support. We are…

USDA published the latest Crop Progress report on Monday, July 7. Here’s a closer look at recent weather and the status of Minnesota’s most important crops as July starts out. Weather “We had some really warm weather again, and again we had ample rain across much of the state,” said Tim Dahl, agronomic service representative for Syngenta Crop Protection. Jared Goplen, agronomy manager for Wyffels Hybrids, admitted there have been some pockets of wind, hail and heavy rainfall, but nothing has amounted to substantial damage. In Monday’s Crop Progress report, USDA said farmers had 4.2 days suitable for fieldwork the…

On Sunday, reports of an active shooter at the Kentucky Exposition Center led to the evacuation of roughly 40,000 people, including participants of the Junior National Hereford Expo. According to news reports and Louisville Metro Police, a 911 call was received around 3:15 p.m. reporting an “active aggressor” at the Expo Center, during a time when multiple events were taking place, including the Run for the Roses basketball tournament and JNHE. Attendees reported panic spreading quickly, with emergency alarms sounding and large crowds attempting to exit buildings. Our hearts go out to the Kentucky State Police and all victims in…

As authorities continue to investigate the full scale of human loss from the recent flooding in Central Texas — at least 120 people confirmed dead and over 160 still missing as of Friday — farmers and ranchers are beginning to assess the damage to their land, crops, and livestock. Many now face the difficult task of tending to surviving animals, salvaging what remains of their harvests, and beginning the long process of clearing debris and rebuilding. Texas FFA is actively supporting communities affected by the floods, providing direct relief, mobilizing its members, and fostering a spirit of unity and compassion…

According to USDA’s Crop Progress report for the week ending July 13, 7% of the country’s corn crop is at the dough growth stage. A total of 11 top-producing states had corn at the dough growth stage: Six are ahead of the national average, and five are below it. Here’s a closer look at the numbers. Texas Texas leads the country in percentage of corn at the dough growth stage. As of July 13, 69% of the state’s crop was at the dough stage, an increase of 11 percentage points since the week prior. With that, the state is easily…

Top Third Ag Marketing helps farmers become better agricultural marketers with the goal of marketing crops and livestock in the top third of prices. Mark Gold and his team provide AGDAILY.com with the latest information and a look ahead in their audio commentary. Listen here! https://www.agdaily.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/top-third-agdaily-2025-07-14.mp3 The post Markets in Minutes: Top Third looks ahead for week of July 14, 2025 appeared first on AGDAILY.

DAILY Bites Mesenchymal stem cells and their secretome protect dairy cow mammary cells from inflammation and cellular stress. MSCs naturally enhance lipogenesis, increasing the fat content of milk without additives or direct cell contact. This approach supports animal resilience during high lactation, promoting both welfare and richer, more nutritious milk. DAILY Discussion Modern dairy cows are milk-producing powerhouses — some yielding over 50 Kg worth of milk a day. But all that productivity comes at a price: Their mammary glands often suffer from inflammation and cellular stress, which not only reduces milk quality but also affects the cows’ well-being. Now,…