The dairy industry responds to a new WIC final rule. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) and the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) expressed disappointment in Tuesday’s final rule to update the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children, or WIC. The final rule maintains the proposed rule’s cuts to …
Not Much Change Expected in Corn and Soybean Futures
Corn and soybean futures haven’t seen much support lately, and according to Mark Oppold, a report this week is not expected to help much at all. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board provides support for cattle producers regardless of herd sizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares …
Keeping an Eye on Crude Oil Futures
Traders are keeping an eye on crude oil futures right now. Mark Oppold has a look at what is being recommended for on the farm fuel supplies. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board provides support for cattle producers regardless of herd sizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator …
Food Prices Halt Seven-Month Decline
Global food prices have dropped for the last seven months, but that may be slowing down. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The United Nations Food and Agricultural Organization’s Food Price Index was 118.3 points in March, up 1.3 points or 1.1 percent from its revised February level. The rise in prices was driven by higher price indices …
Farmer Sentiment Improves in March
The Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer shows an improved outlook for U.S. farmers during March. The index rose to 114, a three-point increase over February. While the Index of Current Conditions fell by two points to 101, the Index of Future Expectations climbed to 120, up by five points compared to February. The disparity between the two was primarily …
Watching Oats for Long Term Direction
When it comes to long-term direction in the grain markets, many traders are watching what happens with oats. Mark Oppold explains why. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board provides support for cattle producers regardless of herd sizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle …
Delay in Interest Rate Cuts
Many thought we would see interest rate cuts fairly soon, but according to Mark Oppold, it will be a bit longer before that happens. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board provides support for cattle producers regardless of herd sizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares Origins of …
Alabama to Texas Hay Relief Effort Update
(ADAI/MONTGOMERY, AL/April 2, 2024) — Two weeks ago, the Alabama Department of Agriculture & Industries (ADAI) launched an effort to provide hay for Texas cattle producers who suffered catastrophic losses from the recent wildfires in the Texas panhandle. ADAI partnered with the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) and the Alabama Trucking Association (ATA) to help gather and transport hay for cattlemen in …
Crop Progress Reports Start
Crop progress reports from the USDA have started for the new crop year, something Mark Oppold notes many traders will follow closely. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board provides support for cattle producers regardless of herd sizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement …
Global Ag Land Shift over Six Decade Period
Where the world’s farms are located has shifted over time per a recent USDA study on trends of global agricultural production over the past six decades. Rod Bain has more coming up on This Land of Ours.Listen to USDA Rod Bain’s program here. Bain: Among the findings of a recent USDA study on transformation of agricultural production progression and shift …