Author: Jason

  • Wheat Slides as Livestock Rallies Tuesday

    Wheat Slides as Livestock Rallies Tuesday

    Wheat led a broad grain decline Tuesday, while live cattle, feeder cattle and lean hogs finished higher.

  • Farm Bill Lapse Leaves Gaps in Programs for Producers

    Farm Bill Lapse Leaves Gaps in Programs for Producers

    The latest expiration of the 2018 farm bill has halted funding for some agricultural programs and stopped new Conservation Reserve Program contracts, while several major farm safety net programs remain protected under separate legislation. The farm bill expired Sept. 30 for the fourth consecutive year. National Farmers Union says the lapse creates uncertainty for family…

  • Free BQA Programs Set for Shelbina and Ewing

    Free BQA Programs Set for Shelbina and Ewing

    SHELBINA, Mo. — Northeast Missouri beef producers can earn or renew their Beef Quality Assurance certification at either of two free University of Missouri Extension programs scheduled in Shelbina and Ewing. The evening programs will take place Nov. 5 at the South Shelby Cafeteria in Shelbina and Jan. 14, 2027, at First Baptist Church in…

  • Grains Slide as Feeder Cattle Climb Monday

    Grains Slide as Feeder Cattle Climb Monday

    Grain futures closed lower Monday, feeder cattle gained, and live cattle and lean hogs finished in the red.

  • Missouri Heifer Field Days Set for Milan and Luray

    Missouri Heifer Field Days Set for Milan and Luray

    MILAN, Mo. — Northeast Missouri cattle producers will have two opportunities to learn more about replacement heifer selection, reproductive management and improving long-term cow herd profitability during upcoming University of Missouri Extension field days. The free Show-Me-Select Field Days are scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 24, at Adrian Farms in Milan, and Saturday, Nov. 7, at…

  • Corn Slips as Wheat Gains in Monday Opening Markets

    Monday, October 19, 2026 — Corn futures were slightly lower in early trading, while soybeans and both wheat contracts posted gains. Grain futures — Barchart-delayed quotes from Monday’s overnight session, captured at 6:27 a.m. Central. The most recent individual trades were at 6:16–6:17 a.m. Central. Grain prices are per bushel. Contract Price Daily change December…