Tag: soybeans
Grain markets still adjusting to USDA numbers
No relief for crop producers: This year and next, we project growing carryout bushels and prices that do not sustain US farmers.
Nematode resistance in soybeans beneficial
Breeders have identified soybean varieties with genetic resistance to the nematodes and have used them to create new resistant varieties.
Looking for hope while trading the grain marketing cycle
The real fear for the new crop is that the March 31st USDA Planting Intentions Report will show a shift of corn acres to soybeans. That means we have missed the best opportunity to get some new crops sold.
Crop insurance deadline nears
The deadline to purchase or modify certain insurance coverage for spring-planted crops is March 15.
Biological controls found for fungal diseases of soybeans
When certain mycoviruses infect those fungi, they can become less virulent — good news for crop yields.
Trump immigration actions move grain markets
President Donald Trump's immigration action seems to have hit the whole nation of grain prices. Grain commentator Marlin Clark weighs in.
Traders blame Trump for lower grain prices
Grain prices were lower on the Chicago Board of Trade Monday, Jan. 23, and our new President got the blame.
MLK weekend, USDA reports help grain markets
U.S. corn prices, which have been trading somewhat independently of the beans, have not seen the gains of the soybeans, following the recent USDA report.
Ask FSA Andy about National Bean Day
The bean has been cultivated since the early seventh millennium B.C. They are an excellent source of fiber and come in many varieties.
2017: Hard numbers and hard politics
Columnist Alan Guebert breaks down commodity projections for 2017.
