World of Beans
Soybeans saw plenty of headline movement to start the week, with traders watching the ongoing government shutdown and waiting for details on potential farm payment assistance. With no WASDE report coming this week, market direction remains uncertain.
How Can IRS Section 180 Potentially Help Farmers?
In this conversation, we learn about IRS Section 180 that allows farmland buyers to deduct the value of excess nutrients already in their soil when they buy ag land. Karly Pavlinac with Soil Tax Guys joins us
From Farm to Family Table: The Organic Chicken with a Story
In this conversation, we hear the story of Farmer Focus, which isn’t just another chicken brand—it’s a movement that puts families, farmers, and food quality first. Stephen Shepard, President and CEO of Farmer Focus, joins us to
A Conversation About Land Values
Agricultural landowners today face complex valuation challenges beyond traditional appraisals. With evolving conservation programs, carbon credit markets, and renewable energy opportunities, many farmers are discovering their land has untapped value streams they never considered. We cover some
Second Case of New World Screwworm Confirmed in Northern Mexico
(MEXICO CITY) — Officials in Mexico have confirmed a second case of New World Screwworm in the northern border state of Nuevo Leon. Reuters reports that Mexico’s agriculture ministry on Monday reported the second case in about
Missouri River September Runoff Above Average
Although the overall runoff in September was above average in the upper Missouri River Basin, the runoff at the Fort Peck and Garrison reaches continues to be well below average. “Beneficial rainfall occurred over central South Dakota
The Government Shutdown Impacts Soil Conservation
A federal shutdown effectively freezes nearly all USDA-funded agricultural conservation work, with 95 percent of NRCS staff furloughed and program payments paused. Why it matters is that the Natural Resources Conservation Service provides the technical and financial