New Insurance for Breeding Heifers
Monday, August 31, 2026 1:16PM CDT
A new federal insurance option aims to give ranchers greater financial protection when choosing to retain heifers for breeding as USDA works to encourage growth in the nation's beef herd.
Perpetual Trading Raises Risks for Ag
Monday, August 31, 2026 7:26AM CDT
Farm and energy groups this past week warned the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) against disrupting traditional physical commodity markets such as oil and natural gas contracts with the possibility of 24/7 trading. New trading platforms called on the CFTC to keep an open mind.
Top 5 Things to Watch
Sunday, August 30, 2026 4:58AM CDT
We'll watch for trade news on many fronts, while the southern U.S. heats up as the combines begin to roll on corn, soybeans and other summer crops.
View From the Cab
Sunday, August 30, 2026 4:58AM CDT
With a crop quickly heading toward the finish line, DTN's View From the Cab farmers are preparing to bring in the crop. This week they also talk about cash rents and tending those relationships.