USDA is testing a potential first U.S. New World screwworm case in nearly
60 years from south Texas, causing cattle markets to close lower amid trader
uncertainty.
BUSDA Tests Possible US NWS Case
CHS Inc. will close or sell three southern Minnesota grain elevators
following a $147.1 million quarterly net loss.
BCHS to Close or Sell 3 Grain Elevators
With cases of New World screwworm moving closer and closer to the U.S.
border, it's only a matter of time before the first confirmed case in this
country is announced. At that point, cattlemen need to be the voice of reason
to the media outlets and consumers that American beef remains a safe and
well-trusted product.
=^Call the Market
Retail fertilizer prices continue to be mostly higher compared to last
month. However, two fertilizers were lower than a month ago: Urea by 5%, with
an average price of $823/ton, and UAN32 slightly lower with an average price of
$585/ton.
BDTN Retail Fertilizer Trends
Family added enterprises to operation so future generations can continue
the farm's legacy.
:^Family Focuses on Diversification