February 26, 2026

An ag economist says final Renewable Volume Obligations from the U.S. EPA are expected to have an immediate impact on commodity prices. Ben Brown tells Brownfield last summer’s proposal showed increases in blending requirements for ethanol and other biofuels. “That will probably have to be coupled with the small refiner exemptions, in-terms of how they’re […] The post Ag economist: EPA biofuel rule expected to weigh on corn and soybean prices appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

Two analysts say rapid crop expansion in Brazil could impact U.S. soybean prices in 2026. Joana Colussi, assistant professor at Purdue University, says the country is expected to produce more than 177 million tons of soybeans this year.  “The harvest weather has been mostly positive, with some exceptions in the south of Brazil, where there are […] The post Brazil expected to produce record soybean crop in 2026, analysts say it could pressure U.S. prices appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

Cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza continue to impact Indiana’s poultry industry. Kevin Kalb, a turkey grower in southwest Indiana, says the recent detections are a little too close for comfort. “We just found out, I think two days ago, it’s about 12-13 miles from us right now,” he says. “So that’s a big concern on our farm.” He […] The post Indiana’s poultry sector sees new HPAI infections appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

Taking advantage of marketing opportunities.  Matt Bennett, co-founder of AgMarket.net and an Illinois farmer, says recent gains in the soybean market shouldn’t be overlooked. “Three weeks ago, you would have swore that you’d sell beans at $11 or better.”  He says, “Now you’ve got the opportunity, so if you don’t take that opportunity, it’s on […] The post Soybean market offers opportunity and potential appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden has approved a $1.72 million expansion to the Swine Education and Research Facility at South Dakota State University. Bob Thaler, a swine specialist with SDSU Extension, tells Brownfield they’ve been waiting for more than one year for the funds and they’re grateful. “Just like everything else good, oftentimes, it takes […] The post Funding approved for SDSU swine facility expansion appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden has approved a $1.72 million expansion to the Swine Education and Research Facility at South Dakota State University. Bob Thaler, a swine specialist with SDSU Extension, tells Brownfield they’ve been waiting for more than one year for the funds and they’re grateful. “Just like everything else good, oftentimes, it takes […] The post State lawmakers and governor approve funding for SDSU swine facility expansion appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

The latest deadline for year-round E-15 has come and gone.  Frustrating and disappointing. Those are two words have been used to describe the latest missed deadline that could finalize access to year-round E-15. Bradley Schad is the CEO of Missouri Corn. “It’s definitely disappointing for our growers after working this so long and so hard,” he says.  […] The post Uncertainty mounts as year‑round E15 decision misses another target date appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

The vice president of the American Soybean Association says the organization is doubling down on its support of the biofuels industry.    Dave Walton, an Iowa farmer, says it could be the fastest way to boost demand and help offset potential trade disruptions. “We can keep those soybeans at home, find the value add here […] The post Soybean leaders eye biofuels as fastest path to market growth appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

The climate and conservation director for an organic farming organization says the term regenerative in farming means different things to different people.  Thomas Manley with Marbleseed says the term regenerative has an identity crisis, and in the early days, most understood the term but not now. “I think the word regenerative has been hijacked, and […] The post Organic leader says “regenerative” farming has lost its meaning appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story