A new study by Texas A&M shows chicken fertility rates in U.S. broiler eggs could decline to approximately 60 percent by 2050. That decline could lead to chicken production issues and higher costs for consumers. The study, published in Poultry Science by Cara Cash, a graduate student in the Texas…

Organic farmers, food system organizers, and legislators gathered on April 16 at the Maine State House for the Farmer Day of Action — a tractor parade and rally calling on federal leaders to honor commitments for funding that benefits small farms, conservation methods, and local food systems. Other events were…

Ahead of 10 a.m. CT, July corn was up 1½¢ at $4.93¼ per bushel. July soybeans were down 4½¢ at $10.45¾ per bushel. July wheat contracts were higher. CBOT wheat was up 4¾¢ at $5.65¾ per bushel. KC wheat was up 5¼¢ at $5.77½. Minneapolis wheat was up 6¢ at…

The Problem: A friend’s crisis exposes financial work we need to do. We’re getting married! Between all the planning and doing, money and future finances have not been a priority conversation. However, several months ago, a friend of ours was killed in a car accident. As we support his wife…

High-quality soil is essential for healthy crops and long-term farm productivity. However, as pollution and climate issues worsen, farmers and agricultural workers often face challenges in maintaining the integrity of the land in their environment. Because of this, experts have encouraged those involved in cultivation to explore the importance and…

1. Soybean Futures Lower in Overnight Trading Soybean futures were lower in overnight trading as the dollar rebounds overnight and as U.S. planting begins.  The U.S. dollar managed to eke out gains overnight, rising 0.1%. A stronger greenback makes dollar-denominated goods including agricultural products less attractive to overseas buyers.  Planting…