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Brownfield Ag NewsCorn is up Thursday morning | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher starts for corn, soybeans, and wheat, and the mixed opens in cattle and hogs.What to Watch: » Soybeans and corn are oversold, but expecting big crops» Wheat is seeing a bounce» Cattle are waiting for direct business» Hogs continue to be concerned about demandLearn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/2025-08-0701 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCattle closed sharply higher at midweek | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the big gains in cattle, the mostly higher close for wheat, the mostly lower finish in hogs, and the losses in corn and soybeans.» September corn $3.79 and ¾ down $.01 and 3/4» September soybeans $9.65 and ½ down $.06» September soybean meal $272.60 down $4.40» September soybean oil 53.72 down 5 points» September Chicago wheat $5.08 and ½ up ¼ cent» October live cattle $229.65 up $2.55» October lean hogs $91.97 down $.82Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfielda...2025-08-0601 min
Brownfield Ag NewsSoybeans are up Wednesday morning | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher starts for soybeans and wheat, the initial losses for corn, and the early mixed trade in cattle and hogs.» Soybeans and wheat are oversold» Corn is monitoring crop conditions» Cattle are waiting for direct business» Hogs are waiting for fresh demand inputLearn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/Conn...2025-08-0602 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCattle closed sharply higher Tuesday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the day's gains in cattle and hogs, and the losses in soybeans, corn, and wheat.» September corn $3.81 and ½ down $.05 and 1/2» September soybeans $9.71 and ½ down $.03 and 3/4» September soybean meal $277.00 unchanged» September soybean oil 53.77 down 63 points» September Chicago wheat $5.08 and ¼ down $.08 and 1/2» October live cattle $227.10 up $3.00» October lean hogs $92.80 up $1.90Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here...2025-08-0501 min
Brownfield Ag NewsSoybeans are up Tuesday morning | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher opens for soybeans and cattle, the early losses in corn, and the mixed starts for wheat and hogs.» Soybeans are seeing another round of support» Corn and wheat are taking the path of least resistance» Cattle are waiting for direct business» Hogs want more pork demand certaintyLearn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/2025-08-0501 min
Brownfield Ag NewsHogs were higher Friday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the end of week gains in hogs, soybeans, corn, and wheat, and the losses in cattle. » September corn $4.08 and ½ up $.06 and 1/2» August soybeans $10.27 and ¾ up $.06 and 1/4» August soybean meal $274.00 up $5.30» August soybean oil 55.82 down 40 points» September Chicago wheat $5.46 and ¼ up $.12 and 3/4» August live cattle $223.55 down $.12» August lean hogs $106.47 up $.65Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agricultur...2025-07-1801 min
Brownfield Ag NewsHogs opened higher Friday | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher starts for hogs, soybeans, corn, and wheat, and the opening losses in cattle.» Soybeans and corn are wary about long-term weather» Wheat is seeing short covering support» Cattle are waiting for the rest of the week's direct business» Hogs are up on this week's trend in porkLearn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/2025-07-1801 min
Brownfield Ag NewsSoybeans were higher Thursday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the gains in soybeans and hogs, the losses in wheat, and the mixed finishes for corn and cattle.» September corn $4.02 down $.03 and 1/4» August soybeans $10.21 and ½ up $.08» August soybean meal $268.70 up $.30» August soybean oil 56.22 up 140 points» September Chicago wheat $5.33 and ½ down $.07 and 3/4» August live cattle $223.67 down $.22» August lean hogs $105.82 up $1.40Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agricultu...2025-07-1701 min
Brownfield Ag NewsHogs opened higher Thursday | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the early gains in hogs, the losses in wheat and cattle, and the mixed opens for soybeans and corn.» Soybeans and corn are watching development weather» Wheat is monitoring harvest and development conditions» Cattle are pressured by Wednesday's drop in beef» Hogs have early support from Wednesday's higher move in porkLearn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here: https://brow...2025-07-1701 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCattle were higher Tuesday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the gains in cattle and corn, the losses in soybeans, and the mostly lower closes in wheat and hogs.» September corn $4.01 and ¼ up $.01 and 1/4» August soybeans $9.95 down $.06» August soybean meal $265.30 down $2.40» August soybean oil 54.56 up 39 points» September Chicago wheat $5.38 down $.03 and 1/2» August live cattle $222.40 up $3.05» August lean hogs $103.92 up $.70Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agricult...2025-07-1501 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCorn closed higher Wednesday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the modest gains in corn and hogs, the mixed close in wheat, the mostly higher finish for cattle, and the losses in soybeans.» September corn $3.99 and ¼ up $.01 and 1/4» August soybeans $10.09 down $.12 and 1/4» August soybean meal $269.40 down $1.30» August soybean oil 53.29 down 82 points» September Chicago wheat $5.47 down ¾ cent» August live cattle $219.77 down $.20» August lean hogs $107.22 up $.45Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/2025-07-0901 min
Brownfield Ag NewsSoybeans are lower Wednesday morning | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the early losses in soybeans and wheat and the mixed opens for corn, cattle, and hogs.» Soybeans and corn continue to monitor development weather» Wheat is watching the winter crop harvest pace» Cattle are waiting for direct business» Hogs are adjusting spreadsLearn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/Connect with Brow...2025-07-0901 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCattle were sharply higher Tuesday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher close in cattle, the losses in soybeans, corn, and wheat, and the mostly lower finish for hogs.» September corn $3.98 down $.05 and 1/2» August soybeans $10.21 and ¼ down $.10 and 1/4» August soybean meal $270.70 down $1.50» August soybean oil 54.11 up 17 points» September Chicago wheat $5.47 and ¾ down ¾ cent» August live cattle $219.97 up $4.07» August lean hogs $106.77 down $.32Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more...2025-07-0801 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCorn is lower Tuesday morning | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the early losses in soybeans, corn, and wheat, and the mixed opens for cattle and hogs. » Soybeans and corn are watching development weather» Wheat is focused on the winter wheat harvest» Cattle are waiting for direct business» Hogs continue to question sustained demandLearn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/Connect with...2025-07-0801 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCattle were lower Tuesday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the down day for cattle, the modest gains in wheat, and the mixed closes for soybeans, corn, and hogs.» September corn $4.06 down $.03 and 1/4» August soybeans $10.29 and ¾ unchanged» August soybean meal $273.70 down $2.10» August soybean oil 53.66 up 101 points» September Chicago wheat 53.66 up 101 points» August live cattle $210.75 down $3.12» August lean hogs $106.95 down $.55Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agricult...2025-07-0101 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCattle futures were higher Monday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the gains in cattle, the losses in hogs, and the mixed closes for soybeans, corn, and wheat.» July corn $4.20 and ½ up $.03» July soybeans $10.24 and ¼ down $.03 and 1/2» July soybean meal $271.30 up $.20» July soybean oil 52.51 up 6 points» July Chicago wheat $5.28 and ¾ up $.04» August live cattle $213.87 up $.57» July lean hogs $107.50 down $2.77Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here...2025-06-3001 min
Brownfield Ag NewsHogs are lower Monday morning | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the early losses in hogs, the higher start for soybeans, and the mixed opens in corn, wheat, and hogs.» Soybeans and corn are waiting for USDA numbers» Wheat is assessing weather impacts» Cattle are watching the distribution of the show list» Hogs are pressured by Friday's lower close in porkLearn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com...2025-06-3001 min
Brownfield Ag NewsSoybeans were lower Wednesday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the declines in soybeans, corn, and wheat, and the mixed closes in cattle and hogs. » July corn $4.10 and ¼ down $.06» July soybeans $10.25 and ¼ down $.21 and 1/2» July soybean meal $276.00 down $4.50» July soybean oil 51.82 down 35 points» July Chicago wheat $5.28 and ¼ down $.07 and 1/2» August live cattle $208.97 down $.57» July lean hogs $112.82 up $.60Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here: http...2025-06-2501 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCattle are higher Wednesday morning | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher start in cattle and the early losses in soybeans, corn, wheat, and hogs.» Soybeans and corn are watching development weather» Wheat is expected good harvest progress» Cattle are optimistic about direct business» Hogs remain concerned about demandLearn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/Connect with Brownfield Ag News:2025-06-2501 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCattle were mixed Tuesday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the mixed close for cattle and the losses in soybeans, corn, wheat, and hogs.» July corn $4.16 and ¼ down $.03» July soybeans $10.46 and ¾ down $.12» July soybean meal $280.50 down $1.90» July soybean oil 52.17 down 107 points» July Chicago wheat $5.35 and ¾ down $.17» August live cattle $209.55 up $.17» July lean hogs $112.22 down $1.22Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/2025-06-2401 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCattle are higher Tuesday morning | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher start in cattle, the losses in soybeans, wheat, and hogs, and the mixed open in corn.» Soybeans and corn are watching development weather» Wheat is monitoring harvest activity and development conditions» Cattle have some optimism about direct business» Hogs are seeing some profit takingLearn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/2025-06-2401 min
Brownfield Ag NewsWheat was up Wednesday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher finishes in wheat and corn, the losses in soybeans, and the mixed closes for cattle and hogs.» July corn $4.33 and ½ up $.02» July soybeans $10.74 ¾ up ¾ cent» July soybean meal $284.90 down $.20» July soybean oil 54.77 down 2 points» July Chicago wheat $5.74 and ¼ up $.25 and 1/4» August live cattle $211.67 up $1.02» July lean hogs $112.17 up $.52Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agricu...2025-06-1801 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCattle were up sharply Monday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the strong closes in cattle and hogs, the mostly higher finish for soybeans, and the losses in corn and wheat.» July corn $4.34 and ¾ down $.09 and 3/4» July soybeans $10.69 and ¾ unchanged» July soybean meal $283.70 down $8.20» July soybean oil 55.11 up 450 points» July Chicago wheat $5.36 and ½ down $.07 and 1/4» August live cattle $215.55 up $3.10» July lean hogs $111.80 up $2.32Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find mor...2025-06-1601 min
Brownfield Ag NewsHogs were mostly higher at midweek | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the mostly higher closes in hogs and wheat, and the losses in soybeans, corn, and cattle.» July corn $4.37 up $.01 and 3/4» July soybeans $10.50 and ½ up $.07 and 1/4» July soybean meal $294.20 down $1.70» July soybean oil 48.02 up 23 points» July Chicago wheat $5.43 and ¼ down ¼ cent» August live cattle $218.02 down $.17» July lean hogs $108.85 up $.65Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here...2025-06-1101 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCattle are lower Wednesday morning | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the losses in cattle, the gains in corn, and the mixed opens in soybeans, wheat, and hogs.What to watch: » Soybeans are waiting for more clarity on the deal with China» Corn and wheat are watching weather» Cattle are waiting for widespread direct business» Hogs are finding some supportLearn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here: https://brow...2025-06-1101 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCattle were mostly higher Tuesday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the mixed finishes in cattle, corn, hogs, and soybeans, and the losses in wheat.» July corn $4.38 and ¾ up $.05 and 1/4» July soybeans $10.57 and ¾ up $.01 and 3/4» July soybean meal $295.90 up $.40» July soybean oil 47.79 up 41 points» July Chicago wheat $5.34 and ½ down $.07 and 1/2» August live cattle $218.20 down $1.05» July lean hogs $108.20 up $1.00Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here: http...2025-06-1001 min
Brownfield Ag NewsWheat is lower Tuesday morning | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the lower start for wheat and the mixed opens in soybeans, corn, cattle, and hogs.What to watch: » Soybeans and corn are watching development weather» Wheat is down on improved crop ratings» Cattle are waiting for direct business» Hogs are monitoring demand signalsLearn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/Co...2025-06-1001 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCattle closed sharply higher Thursday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher closes in cattle, soybeans, and corn, and the mixed finishes for wheat and hogs.» July corn $4.39 and ½ up ¾ cent» July soybeans $10.51 and ¾ up $.06 and 3/4» July soybean meal $297.10 unchanged» July soybean oil 46.65 down 16 points» July Chicago wheat $5.45 and ½ up $.02 and 1/4» August live cattle $216.82 up $4.47» July lean hogs $104.80 down $.22Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture...2025-06-0501 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCattle are higher early Thursday | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher start for cattle and the mixed opens in soybeans, corn, wheat, and hogsWhat to watch: » Soybeans and corn are watching development weather» Wheat is mostly firm with some help from the lower dollar» Cattle are supported by more direct cash strength» Hogs continue to have uncertainties about sustained demandLearn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news...2025-06-0501 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCattle closed higher Thursday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the gains in cattle and wheat, the mixed closes for soybeans and hogs, and the losses in corn.» July soybeans $10.51 and ¾ up $.03 and 1/4» July corn $4.47 down $.04» July soybean meal $296.40 up $2.70» July soybean oil 48.39 down 54 points» July Chicago wheat $5.34 up $.03 and 3/4» June live cattle $215.52 up $1.60» June lean hogs $100.02 down $.25Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news her...2025-05-2901 min
Brownfield Ag NewsWheat was higher Tuesday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the daily gains in wheat, soybeans, and corn, and the mixed closes in cattle and hogs. » July corn $4.54 and ½ up $.07» July soybeans $10.53 up $.02 and 1/4» July soybean meal $292.60 up $1.50» July soybean oil 49.50 up 6 points» July Chicago wheat $5.46 up $.17» June live cattle $213.17 up $.20» June lean hogs $100.02 up $.77Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfie...2025-05-2001 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCorn is up Tuesday morning | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher opens in corn and wheat, the mixed starts for soybeans and cattle, and the initial losses in hogs.» Soybeans opened with spread adjustments» Corn and wheat are watching crop weather» Cattle are waiting for direct business» Hogs continue to question demandLearn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/Connect with...2025-05-2001 min
Brownfield Ag NewsWheat was higher Monday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the gains in wheat, soybeans, and corn, and the mixed closes in cattle and hogs.» July corn $4.47 and ½ up $.04» July soybeans $10.50 and ¾ up ¾ cent» July soybean meal $291.10 down $.80» July soybean oil 49.44 up 51 points» July Chicago wheat $5.29 up $.04» June live cattle $212.97 up $.75» June lean hogs $99.25 down $1.07Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfield...2025-05-1901 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCorn is up Monday morning |Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher starts in corn and wheat, and the mixed opens for soybeans, cattle, and hogs» Soybeans are adjusting spreads» Corn and wheat remain oversold» Cattle are watching the distribution of the show list» Hogs continue to question demandLearn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/Connect with Brownfield Ag News:2025-05-1901 min
Brownfield Ag NewsSoybeans fell sharply Thursday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the drops in soybeans and cattle, the mostly lower finish in corn, and the gains in wheat and hogs.» July corn $4.48 and ½ up $.03» July soybeans $10.51 and ¼ down $.26 and 1/2» July soybean meal $296.40 up $4.50» July soybean oil 49.32 down 300 points» July Chicago wheat $5.32 and ¾ up $.08» June live cattle $211.17 down $2.77» June lean hogs $100.70 up $1.85Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agric...2025-05-1501 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCorn is firm Thursday morning | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the early modestly higher moves in corn and wheat and the initial losses in soybeans, cattle, and hogsWhat to watch:Soybeans are following bean and crude oilsCorn and wheat are oversoldCattle continue to wait for direct businessHogs are questioning demandLearn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/2025-05-1501 min
Brownfield Ag NewsSoybeans closed higher Wednesday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher finish in soybeans, the losses in cattle and hogs, and the mixed closes for corn and wheat.» July corn $4.45 and ½ up $.03» July soybeans $10.77 and ¾ up $.05 and 1/4» July soybean meal $291.90 down $1.40» July soybean oil 52.32 up 84 points» July Chicago wheat $5.24 and ¾ up $.07 and 1/2» June live cattle $213.95 down $2.37» June lean hogs $98.85 down $.65Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more...2025-05-1401 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCorn is down Wednesday morning | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the early losses in corn, wheat, and cattle, and the mostly lower starts for soybeans and hogs. What to watch:» Soybeans and corn are watching the planting pace» Wheat is pressured by crop weather» Cattle are waiting for direct business» Hogs continue to question demandLearn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/2025-05-1401 min
Brownfield Ag NewsSoybeans closed higher Thursday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the gains in soybeans and cattle, the losses in corn and wheat, and the mixed close for hogs» July corn $4.47 and ½ down $.01 and 3/4» July soybeans $10.45 up $.05 and 3/4» July soybean meal $294.70 down $.30» July soybean oil 48.45 up 112 points» July Chicago wheat $5.29 and ¼ down $.05» June live cattle $214.25 up $1.72»June lean hogs $97.17 down $.15Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agricultu...2025-05-0801 min
Brownfield Ag NewsHogs are down early Thursday | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the early losses in hogs and wheat, the mixed open for corn, and the higher starts in cattle and soybeansWhat to watch:» Soybeans are ready for trade talks with China» Corn and wheat are monitoring weather» Cattle are waiting for direct trade in the north» Hogs continue to question demandLearn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here...2025-05-0801 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCattle closed lower Wednesday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the decline in cattle and the mixed finishes for soybeans, corn, wheat, and hogs.» July corn $4.49 and ¼ down $.06 and 1/4» July soybeans $10.39 and ¼ down $.02» July soybean meal $295.00 up $2.00» July soybean oil 47.33 down 102 points» July Chicago wheat $5.34 and ¼ down $.01 and 3/4» June live cattle $212.52 down $1.15» June lean hogs $97.32 down $.25Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here: https://br...2025-05-0701 min
Brownfield Ag NewsSoybeans are up Wednesday morning | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher opens in soybeans and corn, and the mixed starts for wheat, cattle, and hogsWhat to watch: » Soybeans and corn are waiting for trade talks with China» Wheat is monitoring planting and development weather» Cattle are mixed ahead of widespread direct trade» Hogs are mixed on demand questionsLearn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here: http...2025-05-0701 min
Brownfield Ag NewsSoybeans were lower at midweek | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the down days for soybeans and cattle and the mixed sessions in corn, wheat, and hogs.What to Watch:» May corn $4.67 and ¼ up $.06 and 3/4» May soybeans $10.34 and ¾ down $.06 and 1/4» May soybean meal $290.00 down $.50» May soybean oil 48.58 down 27 points» May Chicago wheat $5.13 up $.07 and 1/4» June live cattle $208.40 down $1.80» May lean hogs $91.92 down $.62Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find...2025-04-3001 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCattle are lower Wednesday morning | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the early losses in cattle and soybeans, the higher start for wheat, and the mixed opens for corn and hogs. What to watch:» Soybeans and corn are watching planting activity» Wheat looks oversold» Cattle are waiting for direct business» Hogs are monitoring demandLearn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/Co...2025-04-3001 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCattle futures were lower Friday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the losses in cattle and wheat, the mixed closes in corn and hogs, and the higher move for soybeans.» May corn $4.53 and ¼ up $.03 and 1/4» May soybeans $10.23 up $.06 and 1/4» May soybean meal $293.50 down $1.00» May soybean oil 45.16 up 89 points» May Chicago wheat $5.28 and ¼ down $.03 and 3/4» April live cattle $208.82 down $.72» April lean hogs $86.70 down $.32Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more...2025-03-2801 min
Brownfield Ag NewsHogs are higher Friday morning | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher start for hogs, the losses in soybeans, corn, and wheat, and the mixed open for cattle. What to watch:» Soybeans and corn are waiting for Monday's USDA numbers» Wheat's down with a chance of rain in the Plains» Cattle continue to wait for direct business» Hogs are up on friendly inventory numbersLearn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more...2025-03-2801 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCattle were higher Thursday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the gains in cattle and soybeans, the losses in corn and hogs, and the mixed finish for wheat. What to watch: » May corn $4.50 down $.01 and 1/4» May soybeans $10.16 and ¾ up $.15 and 3/4» May soybean meal $294.50 up $.90» May soybean oil 44.27 up 163 points» May Chicago wheat $5.32 down $.03 and 1/4» April live cattle $209.55 up $2.47» April lean hogs $87.02 down $.52Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets...2025-03-2701 min
Brownfield Ag NewsSoybeans are higher Thursday morning | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the early gains in soybeans, the losses in hogs, and the mixed starts for cattle, corn, and wheatWhat to watch:» Soybeans are following bean oil» Corn and wheat are waiting for fresh news» Cattle continue to prepare for direct business» Hogs are taking profits ahead of the inventory reportLearn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here: http...2025-03-2701 min
Brownfield Ag NewsHogs were higher Tuesday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the day's gains in hogs, the losses in corn and wheat, and the mixed finishes for soybeans and cattle. » May corn $4.57 and ¾ down $.06 and 3/4» May soybeans $10.01 and ¾ down $.05 and 1/2» May soybean meal $295.10 down $2.50» May soybean oil 42.30 up 15 points» May Chicago wheat $5.43 and ¼ down $.05» April live cattle $206.37 up $.47» April lean hogs $85.65 up $.95Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more...2025-03-2501 min
Brownfield Ag NewsHogs are up Tuesday morning | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the early gains in hogs, the mixed start for cattle, and the losses in soybeans, corn, and wheat. What to watch: » Soybeans and corn continue to monitor South America» Wheat is pressured by rain chances in the Black Sea region» Cattle are waiting for direct business» Hogs are up on Monday's close in porkLearn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/2025-03-2501 min
Brownfield Braintrust PodcastBrownfield Braintrust Podcast with Matt Winefield: Transforming Oil Production FieldsIn this Brownfield Braintrust Podcast episode, our very own Matt Winefield, along with Steve Figgins of EKI Environment & Water, Inc. and Mark Johnson of Offit Kurman, discuss transforming oil production fields and how their remediation may differ from other industrial sites. For oil production think of wells, open fields, collection tanks, production pumps, and oil collection ponds. This topic is of particular interest as the State of California has not been shy about its intent to shut down oil production across the state. What may become a loss for oil production could be a gain for remediation companies, home builder...2025-03-0349 min
Brownfield Ag NewsUSDA raises beef production 3% | Weekly Livestock Market UpdateOn this episode of Weekly Livestock Market Update, Brownfield's Meghan Grebner talks with University of Kentucky ag economist Kenny Burdine about supply and demand, consumer prices, and some risk management.Market highlights:» The 5-market average fed steers price was down over $4 per cwt for the week at $202.73.» February live cattle futures prices were also down by roughly $3, closing at $197.73 today.» Choice boxed beef slid about $7 to $314.70 this week. Select boxed beef fell by about $5 to $307.14.» March feeder cattle future prices were actually $2 higher this week at $267.08»...2025-02-1524 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCattle were up Thursday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the gains in cattle, soybeans, and wheat, the losses in hogs, and the mixed finish for corn.Closing numbers:» March corn $4.93 and ½ up $.03 and 1/4» March soybeans $10.30 up $.02 and 1/4» March soybean meal $292.70 down $1.40» March soybean oil 46.25 up 59 points» March Chicago wheat $5.77 and ¾ up $.03 and 1/2» April live cattle $196.52 up $.80» April lean hogs $93.10 down $1.22Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfield...2025-02-1301 min
Brownfield Ag NewsWheat is up Thursday morning | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher start for wheat and the early losses in soybeans, corn, cattle, and hogs.What to watch:» Soybeans and corn are watching weather and waiting for tariff news.» Wheat is keeping an eye out for winterkill.» Cattle are waiting for direct business.» Hogs are pressured by a lower move in pork.Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe to Bro...2025-02-1301 min
Brownfield Ag NewsHogs were up Wednesday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher closes in hogs and corn, the mixed finish in cattle, and the losses for soybeans and wheat.Closing numbers:» March corn $4.90 and ¼ up $.06 and 1/4» March soybeans $10.27 and ¾ down $.15 and 3/4» March soybean meal $294.10 down $2.50» March soybean oil 45.66 down 47 points» March Chicago wheat $5.74 and ¼ down $.02 and 3/4» April live cattle $195.72 down $.27» April lean hogs $94.32 up $1.35Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https...2025-02-1201 min
Brownfield Ag NewsSoybeans are lower Wednesday morning | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the early losses in soybeans and the gains in corn, wheat, cattle, and hogs.What to watch:» Soybeans are down with demand questions.» Corn and wheat are oversold.» Cattle are waiting for direct business.» Hogs are a little more optimistic about demand.Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrownfieldAgNews» Fo...2025-02-1201 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCattle were down sharply Tuesday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the down day for cattle, soybeans, corn, and wheat, and the gains in hogs.Closing numbers:» March corn $4.84 down $.07 and 1/2» March soybeans $10.43 and ½ down $.06» March soybean meal $296.60 down $3.90» March soybean oil 46.13 up 40 points» March Chicago wheat $5.77 down $.02 and 1/2» April live cattle $196.00 down $2.12» April lean hogs $92.97 up $1.35Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe to Brownfi...2025-02-1101 min
Brownfield Ag NewsSoybeans are up Tuesday morning | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher starts in soybeans, corn, and wheat, and the mixed opens for cattle and hogs.What to watch:» Soybeans and corn are waiting to see if USDA adjusts South American crops.» Wheat's watching any changes to Russian exports.» Cattle are waiting for direct business.» Hogs continue to question pork demand.Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe to Brownf...2025-02-1101 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCattle were up Monday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the gains in cattle and corn, the losses in wheat, and the mixed finishes for soybeans and hogs.Closing numbers:» March corn $4.91 and ½ up $.04» March soybeans $10.49 and ½ unchanged» March soybean meal $300.50 down $.90» March soybean oil 45.73 down 25 points» March Chicago wheat $5.79 and ½ down $.03 and 1/4» April live cattle $198.12 up $1.35» April lean hogs $91.62 down $.52Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfielda...2025-02-1001 min
Brownfield Ag NewsSoybeans are lower Monday | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the early weakness in soybeans, the firm corn, and the mixed starts in wheat, cattle, and hogs.What to watch:» Soybeans and corn are getting ready for the WASDE numbers.» Wheat is waiting for Russia's grain export cap.» Cattle are watching the distribution of the show list.» Hogs continue to have sustained demand questions.Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» S...2025-02-1001 min
Brownfield Ag NewsBeef imports up 24% in 2024 | Weekly Livestock Market UpdateOn this episode of Weekly Livestock Market Update, Brownfield's Meghan Grebner talks with Mississippi State University ag economist Josh Maples about trade, tariffs, and beef imports increasing by 24% in 2024.Market highlights:Live steer prices ended the week down $2.87 last week at $207.11/cwt for the 5-market average. February live cattle prices were down $3.67 compared to a week ago, and January feeder cattle future prices were down $10 per cwt on the week to $265.18. Choice box beef was at $322.26 at the end of this week, which is down about $5 from last week. Cash hogs were...2025-02-0816 min
Brownfield Ag NewsHogs were up modestly Friday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher finish in hogs, the mixed close for cattle, and the daily losses in soybeans, corn, and wheat.Closing numbers:» March corn $4.87 and ½ down $.07 and 3/4» March soybeans $10.49 and ½ down $.11» March soybean meal $301.40 down $5.00» March soybean oil 45.98 up 58 points» March Chicago wheat $5.82 and ¾ down $.05» April live cattle $196.77 unchanged» April lean hogs $92.15 up $.40Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfi...2025-02-0701 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCorn is down Friday morning | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the lower starts for soybeans, corn, and wheat, and the mostly higher opens in cattle and hogs.What to watch:» Soybeans and corn are down on South American weather.» Wheat is seeing some profit taking.» Cattle look a little oversold.» Hogs are encouraged by Thursday's higher close in pork.Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTub...2025-02-0701 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCattle closed sharply lower Thursday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the drop in cattle, the higher finishes for soybeans, corn, and wheat, and the mixed close for hogs.Closing numbers:» March corn $4.95 and ½ up $.02» March soybeans $10.60 and ½ up $.03 and 1/2» March soybean meal $306.40 down $1.90» March soybean oil 45.40 up 31 points» March Chicago wheat $5.87 and ¾ up $.15 and 1/2» April live cattle $196.77 down $4.52» April lean hogs $91.75 up $.20Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfi...2025-02-0601 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCattle are lower Thursday morning | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the early losses in cattle and corn, and the mixed starts in soybeans, wheat, and hogs.What to watch:» Soybeans and corn are watching South American weather.» Wheat wants to quantify potential winterkill.» Cattle are pressured by cash and wholesale business.» Hogs expect some improvement in pork demand.Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: https...2025-02-0601 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCattle closed sharply higher Wednesday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the strong gains in cattle and hogs, the losses in soybeans, and the mixed closes for corn and wheat.Closing numbers:» March corn $4.93 and ¼ down $.01 and 1/4» March soybeans $10.57 down $.18» March soybean meal $308.30 down $5.70» March soybean oil 45.09 down 67 points» March Chicago wheat $5.72 and ¼ down $.04 and 3/4» April live cattle $201.30 up $2.65» April lean hogs $91.55 up $1.80Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownf...2025-02-0501 min
Brownfield Ag NewsSoybeans start lower | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the early losses in soybeans, the gains in wheat and hogs, and the mostly higher opens for corn and cattle.What to watch:» Soybeans and corn are watching South American weather.» Wheat is up with the dollar down.» Cattle are getting ready for direct business.» Hogs are encouraged by Tuesday's pork gain.Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe to Bro...2025-02-0501 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCattle closed lower Tuesday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the losses in cattle and the gains in soybeans, corn, wheat, and hogs.Closing numbers:» March corn $4.94 and ½ up $.05 and 3/4» March soybeans $10.75 up $.16 and 3/4» March soybean meal $314.00 up $10.30» March soybean oil 45.76 down 75 points» March Chicago wheat $5.77 up $.10 and 1/4» April live cattle $198.65 down $1.50» April lean hogs $89.75 up $3.40Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe to Brownfi...2025-02-0401 min
Brownfield Ag NewsSoybeans are lower Tuesday morning | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the early losses in soybeans and wheat and the mixed opens for corn, cattle, and hogs.What to watch:» Soybeans and wheat are down on tariff questions.» Corn is consolidating.» Cattle are waiting for direct business.» Hogs want to see signs of improved pork demand.Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@B...2025-02-0401 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCattle dropped Monday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the steep losses in cattle and hogs, and the higher finishes for soybeans, corn, and wheat.Closing numbers:» March corn $4.88 and ¾ up $.06 and 3/4» March soybeans $10.58 and ¼ up $.16 and 1/4» March soybean meal $303.70 up $2.60» March soybean oil 46.51 up 40 points» March Chicago wheat $5.66 and ¾ up $.07 and 1/4» April live cattle $200.15 down $2.15» April lean hogs $86.35 down $4.00Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfielda...2025-02-0301 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCattle are lower Monday | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the initial losses in cattle, hogs, and corn, and what was a mixed start for soybeans and wheat.What to watch:» Soybeans and corn are watching tariff effects.» Wheat is also keeping an eye on tariff impacts.» Cattle are down ahead of the week's direct business.» Hogs are pressured by profit taking.Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe to Bro...2025-02-0301 min
Brownfield Ag NewsAll cattle and calves down 1% on the year | Weekly Livestock Market UpdateOn this episode of Weekly Livestock Market Update, Brownfield's Meghan Grebner talks with ag economist Charley Martinez about the January Cattle Report showing all cattle and calves being down 1% on the year.Market highlights:Live cattle prices close $2.39 higher than last week at $209.98/cwt. February live cattle prices ($204.60) were up 75 cents compared to a week ago, and March feeder cattle future prices were down $1.45 on the week down to $275.73. Choice box beef was at $327.68 end of this week, which is down (.1%) from $27.92 last week. Pork Cutout was up to $93.58, from $92.02 (1.7%) from the pr...2025-02-0130 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCattle closed higher Friday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter has your look at the higher move in cattle, the losses in soybeans, corn, and wheat, and the mixed close for hogs.Closing numbers:» March corn $4.82 down $.08 and 1/4» March soybeans $10.42 down $.02» March soybean meal $301.10 down $3.60» March soybean oil 46.11 up 113 points» March Chicago wheat $5.59 and ½ down $.07» February live cattle $204.60 up $.12» February lean hogs $84.17 down $.20Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe...2025-01-3101 min
Brownfield Ag NewsSoybeans and corn are lower Friday morning | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the lower starts in soybeans, corn, wheat, and hogs, and the mixed start for cattle.What to watch:» Soybeans and corn are waiting for tariff news.» Wheat's also focused on tariff chances.» Cattle could drift ahead of the inventory report.» Hogs continue to question domestic pork demand.Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: https://www.yo...2025-01-3101 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCattle dropped Thursday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the declines in cattle, soybeans, and corn, and the gains in wheat and hogs.Closing numbers:» March corn $4.90 and ¼ down $.06 and 3/4» March soybeans $10.44 down $.16 and 1/2» March soybean meal $304.70 down $5.10» March soybean oil 44.98 up 1 point» March Chicago wheat $5.66 and ½ up $.04» February live cattle $204.47 down $2.55» February lean hogs $84.37 up $.47Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe t...2025-01-3001 min
Brownfield Ag NewsSoybeans and corn are lower | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the early losses in corn and soybeans, the firm start for wheat, and the mixed opens in cattle and hogs.What to watch:» Soybeans and corn are taking profits.» Wheat's waiting for precipitation totals.» Cattle are getting ready for direct business.» Hogs are responding to inconsistent demand.Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: https://www.yo...2025-01-3001 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCattle fell sharply at midweek | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the down day in cattle, the mostly lower close for hogs, and the gains in soybeans, corn, and wheat.Closing numbers:» March corn $4.97 up $.11 and 3/4» March soybeans $10.60 and ½ up $.15 and 1/2» March soybean meal $309.80 up $8.20» March soybean oil 44.97 down 16 points» March Chicago wheat $5.62 and ½ up $.17 and 1/4» February live cattle $207.02 down $1.52» February lean hogs $83.90 unchangedConnect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://ww...2025-01-2901 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCorn is up Wednesday morning | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher opens in soybeans, corn, and wheat, and the mixed starts for cattle and hogs.What to watch:» Soybeans and corn are watching weather in Argentina.» Wheat is waiting for more precip in the Plains and Midwest.» Cattle are getting ready for direct business.» Hogs continue to be very influenced by pork demand.Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» S...2025-01-2901 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCattle were sharply higher Tuesday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the gains in cattle, hogs, corn, and wheat, and the mostly firm finish in soybeans.Closing numbers:» March corn $4.85 and ¼ up $.03 and 1/4» March soybeans $10.45 unchanged» March soybean meal $301.60 up $.80» March soybean oil 45.13 up 13 points» March Chicago wheat $5.45 and ¼ up $.09 and 3/4» February live cattle $208.55 up $2.87» February lean hogs $83.90 up $.85Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscr...2025-01-2801 min
Brownfield Ag NewsHogs are higher Tuesday morning | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the early gains in hogs, cattle, soybeans, corn, and wheat.What to watch:» Soybeans and corn are watching South American rain totals.» Wheat is keeping an eye on precip in the U.S. Plains.» Cattle are optimistic about direct business.» Hogs are supported by Monday's higher pork close.Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: https...2025-01-2801 min
Brownfield Ag NewsLive cattle were mixed Monday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the mixed finishes in cattle and hogs and the losses in soybeans, corn, and wheat.Closing numbers:» March corn $4.82 down $.04 and 1/2» March soybeans $10.45 down $.10 and 3/4» March soybean meal $300.80 down $4.10» March soybean oil 45.00 down 22 points» March Chicago wheat $5.35 and ½ down $.08 and 1/2» February live cattle $205.67 up $.90» February lean hogs $83.05 up $.75Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subsc...2025-01-2701 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCorn are mixed Monday morning | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the mixed open in cattle and the losses to start the day in soybeans, corn, wheat, and hogs.What to watch:» Soybeans and corn are down with rain in Argentina.» Wheat is waiting for more precipitation in the Plains.» Cattle are getting ready for direct business and the inventory numbers.» Hogs continue to question domestic demand.Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/2025-01-2701 min
Brownfield Ag NewsDecember placements drop 3% | Weekly Livestock Market UpdateOn this episode of Weekly Livestock Market Update, Brownfield's Meghan Grebner talks with ag economist Kenny Burdine about slaughter numbers, Cold Storage, and the January Cattle on Feed report.Market highlights:Live steer prices look to be trading almost $4 higher this week at $207.59 for the 5-market average. February live cattle futures prices were up more than $7 on the week closing above $204 today. January feeder cattle future prices were up more than $5, closing above $278. Cash hogs were virtually unchanged at $80.72/cwt. February lean hog futures were up about $1 from last week, closing at $82.20...2025-01-2523 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCattle closed higher Friday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the gains in cattle and hogs, and the losses in soybeans, corn, and wheat.Closing numbers:» March corn $4.86 and ½ down $.03 and 1/4» March soybeans $10.55 and ¾ down $.09 and 3/4» March soybean meal $304.90 down $10.40» March soybean oil 45.22 up 18 points» March Chicago wheat $5.44 down $.10» February live cattle $204.77 up $3.67» February lean hogs $82.30 up $.17Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe t...2025-01-2401 min
Brownfield Ag NewsSoybeans are lower Friday | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the lower starts in soybeans and wheat, and the early mixed activity for corn, cattle, and hogs.What to watch:» Soybeans and corn are responding to Argentina's export tax cut.» Wheat is seeing some profit taking.» Cattle are waiting for the USDA's on Feed report.» Hogs continue to question demand.Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe to Brownfield on You...2025-01-2401 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCattle were higher Thursday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher moves in cattle, soybeans, and corn, and the mixed sessions for wheat and hogs.Closing numbers:» March corn $4.89 and ¾ up $.05 and 1/2» March soybeans $10.65 and ½ up $.09 and 1/2» March soybean meal $315.30 down $.50» March soybean oil 45.04 up 62 points» March Chicago wheat $5.54 unchanged» February live cattle $201.10 up $1.05» February lean hogs $82.12 up $.65Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Sub...2025-01-2301 min
Brownfield Ag NewsSoybeans are up Thursday morning | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the early firmness in soybeans and corn, and the mixed trade in wheat, cattle, and hogs.What to watch:» Soybeans and corn are watching South American weather.» Wheat's keeping an eye on winter wheat conditions.» Cattle continue to wait for direct business.» Hogs are monitoring demand.Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: https://www.youtub...2025-01-2301 min
Brownfield Ag NewsCattle saw big midweek gains | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher moves in cattle and hogs, the losses in soybeans, and the mixed closes in corn and wheat.Closing numbers:» March corn $4.84 and ¼ down $.05 and 3/4» March soybeans $10.56 down $.11 and 1/4» March soybean meal $315.80 up $4.80» March soybean oil 44.42 down 135 points» March Chicago wheat $5.54 down $.04 and 3/4» February live cattle $200.05 up $3.00» February lean hogs $81.47 up $.27Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brown...2025-01-2201 min
Brownfield Ag NewsHogs are firm to start Wednesday | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the early gains in hogs, soybeans, and wheat, and the mixed opens for cattle and corn.What to watch:» Soybeans and corn are watching harvest in Brazil.» Wheat's monitoring U.S. winterkill chances.» Cattle are waiting for widespread direct trade.» Hogs are due for a bounce.Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: https://www.youtub...2025-01-2201 min
Brownfield Ag NewsSoybeans were up sharply Tuesday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher closes in soybeans, corn, and wheat, and the mixed finishes for cattle and hogs.Closing numbers» March corn $4.90 up $.05 and 3/4» March soybeans $10.67 and ¼ up $.33 and 1/4» March soybean meal $311.00 up $13.80» March soybean oil 45.77 up 8 points» March Chicago wheat $5.58 and ¾ up $.20» February live cattle $197.05 up $.30» February lean hogs $81.20 up $.07Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Sub...2025-01-2101 min
Brownfield Ag NewsSoybeans up sharply Tuesday morning | Opening Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the higher moves in soybeans, hogs, and wheat, and the mixed starts for cattle and corn.What to watch:» Soybeans are up, with no new tariffs on China.» Wheat is supported by the drop in the dollar.» Cattle are waiting for direct business.» Hogs are higher, watching demand.Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: https...2025-01-2101 min
Brownfield Ag NewsSoybeans closed higher Friday | Closing Market MinuteBrownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the rallies in soybeans and corn, the mixed closes for wheat and cattle, and the drop in hogs.Closing numbers:» March corn $4.84 and ¼ up $.09 and 3/4» March soybeans $10.34 up $.15» March soybean meal $297.20 up $2.80» March soybean oil 45.69 up 66 points» March Chicago wheat $5.38 and ¾ up $.01 and 1/4» February live cattle $196.75 up $.15» February lean hogs $81.12 down $1.17Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfield...2025-01-1701 minBrownfield Braintrust PodcastBrownfield Braintrust Podcast with Matt Winefield: Vapor Intrusion Mitigation Systems (VIMS) with Justin Conaway of Terra-Petra Environmental EngineeringIn our current Brownfield Braintrust Podcast, Matt Winefield of Winefield & Associates, Inc. sheds light on Vapor Intrusion Mitigation Systems (VIMS) with the help of Justin Conaway, Vice President and General Manager of Terra-Petra Environmental Engineering. Given evolving soil vapor mitigation standards, VIMS are currently much more prevalent than just three years ago. It is unlikely one can acquire, for example, a former dry cleaner site (with PCE releases), run a vapor extraction system, and then pour your foundation. The lead agency will likely specify a VIMS that operates for the life of the new building. Justin explains the three most com...2023-07-2634 minBrownfield Braintrust PodcastBrownfield Braintrust Podcast with Matt Winefield: Three Steps to Ensure Environmental Liability Protections for Brownfield SellersSo, you’ve decided to sell your contaminated property. Our tenth Brownfield Braintrust Podcast discusses a three-leg support system to ensure you’re protected from future environmental liability after the deal closes. You’ll want to consider (1) an environmental indemnification, (2) how to manage your selling entity (LLC, trust, etc.), and (3) the brownfield expertise of the buyer. What could be more riveting than a 15-minute indemnification discussion?!
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Brownfield Braintrust PodcastBrownfield Braintrust Podcast with Matt Winefield: Suing CalEPAIt’s Time to Sue California EPA About the Draft Vapor Intrusion Guidance Document:
Here is a brief (10-minute) Brownfield Braintrust Podcast giving property owners and lawyers ammunition to sue CalEPA. CalEPA’s overreach pertaining to soil gas cleanup standards is egregious. This agency has issued guidance in direct conflict with our state’s greenhouse gas reduction and housing goals. A claim is long overdue, and CalEPA will lose. You’re welcome.
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Find Jo...2022-07-2728 minBrownfield Braintrust PodcastBrownfield Braintrust Dry Cleaner Podcast No. 1This will be the first of several Brownfield Braintrust Podcasts addressing dry cleaners, the leading source of environmental liabilities at commercial retail properties. We provide some background on the impact of dry cleaner contamination on their surrounding environments, including statistics on contaminant migration and remediation costs. Additionally, this episode discusses how Winefield & Associates conducts due diligence when buying facilities with dry cleaners. We conclude by introducing how the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) will be spearheading dry cleaner assessments statewide with support from a $500 million grant. Information about this critical DTSC program is provided here: https://dtsc.ca.go...2022-02-0114 minBrownfield Braintrust PodcastBrownfield Braintrust Podcast with Matt Winefield on bUneke UnScripted: Special EditionThis Brownfields Braintrust Podcast episode is NOT for Winefield & Associates friends and colleagues who have backgrounds in brownfield redevelopment. A sustainability organization called bUneke (as in “Be Unique”) interviewed Matt Winefield to discuss how Winefield & Associates brings blighted properties to beneficial uses. This episode is a folksy interview for those wanting to learn the basics about transforming dirty dirt and revitalizing environmentally challenged sites. We hope you enjoy.
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You can fi...2021-06-1545 minBrownfield Braintrust PodcastBrownfield Braintrust Podcast with Matt Winefield: 10 Flaws with the Cal-EPA Attenuation FactorIn this second installment of the Brownfield Braintrust Podcast, Matt Winefield discusses ten flaws with the Cal-EPA 0.03 attenuation factor (AF) in the Draft Vapor Intrusion Guidance Document. All parties agree that the AF should be based on best available science. Best available science dictates that Cal-EPA must use the AF developed in the 2020 DTSC attenuation factor study, which utilized California data exclusively and has been extensively peer reviewed.
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