After soaring at the start of this decade, season-average prices for the three major U.S. crops will drop to pre-pandemic levels and stay there for the near term, said a University of Missouri think tank on Thursday. Cattle would be the most notable exception to an overall decline in crop and livestock values.

Corn, soy, wheat prices to run at pre-pandemic levels in years ahead

December corn is up 4¼¢ this morning. November soybeans are up 9¼¢. December wheat contracts are also higher. CBOT wheat is up 6¼¢. KC wheat is up 5¼¢. Minneapolis wheat is up 1½¢. USDA announced this morning China is buying...

Soybeans up 9¢ | Tuesday, September 3, 2024

Live cattle futures were down 72 cents to $1.10, in the front months on Thursday, with soon to expire August up $1.12. Cash trade has been slow to get kicked off this week, with some Southern action at $182, down $1-2, with the North steady at $184. The Central Stockyards Fed Cattle Exchange online auction saw no sales on the 1,706 head, with bids of up to $182 in the South. Feeder cattle futures were down 37 cents to $1.90 on the day, as August rolled off the board. The CME Feeder Cattle Index was steady at $242.64 on August 28.

Cattle Extend Lower on Thursday

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Now is the time to get the best deals on produce at your local farmers market. However, you can only eat so many fresh tomatoes. Here is the answer: a beginner's guide to water bath canning your local produce.

Hit Your Local Farmers Market and Preserve The Harvest

Soybean futures closed with gains of 7 to 9 cents on Friday. Today is first notice day for September futures, with 6 deliveries issued against September soybeans. Soymeal futures were up $1.20 in the October contract, with October Soy Oil futures down 1 point. USDA reported a private export sale...

Soybeans Rally to Close Out August

The manure spreader may be considered by some to be the lowliest of all farm implements. Yet, considering that it was one of the most frequently used implements on many farms and weighing the huge impact it exerted on reducing the back-breaking labor to spread manure across fields, enriching them. and boosting yields, the manure spreader deserves a prime position in the pantheon of farm machinery advances.

Celebrating the history of the manure spreader

For many home gardeners, raised garden beds are a wonderful solution to their yard woes. Raised beds can help you incorporate the exact right soil for your picky plants or extend the amount of garden space you have. But not every plant will do great in a raised bed. Some...

10 Plants You Should Never Grow in a Raised Bed

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Give your grass the care it needs and it will bounce back after a hot summer of activities

7 Things You Should Do for Your Lawn in August — Good Habits That Will Result in Resilient Turf

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Wall Street is expecting the Federal Reserve to begin shifting gears in September following the Federal Open Market Committee’s (FOMC) decision to leave interest rates unchanged at the current target rate of 5.25% – 5.50%, during its July policy meeting.  With a date set, futures traders are beginning to price in the near-term possibility of […]
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4 Stocks Ready to Soar If Rates Are Cut This September

As summer winds down, it’s easy to think that the gardening season is coming to an end, but September is actually the perfect time to plant a whole new crop of vegetables for a fall harvest. I know how satisfying it is to extend the growing season and enjoy fresh, homegrown produce well into the cooler months. Plus, there’s something special about harvesting in the crisp autumn air—it’s like a final reward for all the hard work you’ve put in throughout the year. So, don’t pack away your gardening tools just yet! There are plenty of delicious, hardy vegetables that thrive when planted in September.

Best Vegetables to Plant in September for a Fall Harvest

As summer ends and cooler temperatures approach, lawns begin their transition into the fall season. Dethatching lawn areas is one of the most critical tasks to do in order to keep healthy grass during this time of year. On a lawn, thatch is a coating of decomposing grass, roots, and other organic material that may build up over time. Problems such as poor absorption of water and a greater likelihood of diseases and pests may arise from this buildup.

Dethatch Grass This September For a Healthy Fall Lawn

As summer starts to wind down, August becomes a critical month for preparing your tomato plants for a bountiful September harvest. Tomatoes, native to western South America and Central America, thrive in warm weather but require specific care to maximize fruit production as the season progresses. By giving your tomatoes the right attention now, you can ensure they produce a generous, delicious crop next month.

Do This To Your Tomatoes In August For A Huge September Harvest

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Strawberries are synonymous with the start of longer days and warmer weather, served up on tables as part of popular summer desserts. But scientists are warning this popular staple may be harder to come by soon because of warming global temperatures. What's happening?. A study from the University of Waterloo...

Scientists warn grocery shelves may soon be missing pantry-staple food because of poor crop conditions: 'Emphasizing the importance of sustainable farming'

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"They accidentally gave us 2 washers and a dryer when we only ordered 1 of each". Last month, Lowe’s experienced a glitch that lowered the price of its $2,300 Midea jumbo capacity refrigerator to just $169.

‘Lowe’s messed up’: Shopper says they got $2,300 fridge at Lowe’s for just $169

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John Jamerson knows the value of farming land. He is one of the last remaining family members that lives on Lyles Station, the last Black farming settlement in Indiana. As Black farm land — and landowners — evaporate nationwide, Jamerson said maintaining his family’s farm, Legacy Taste of the Garden, is their way of building and continuing a legacy that has spanned nearly five generations.

The USDA Is Finally Paying Back Black Farmers. Some Say It’s Not Enough.

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Refined by New York chemist Robert Chesebrough almost 150 years ago, petroleum jelly is still widely used today in topical applications. Even with the myths that abound online about it being carcinogenic, it has withstood the test of time.

Wonder Jelly

In our column, husband-and-wife duo John and Jenny Jefferies will give us some insight into life on their south Cambridgeshire farm. John is a farmer, while Jenny is a food writer, having penned books like For The Love Of The Land. They’re both passionate about British farming, and will share their expertise with C&TH on a bi-monthly basis. So what does autumn hold for the farming world?

Food & Farming with the Jefferies: Love British Food Fortnight

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DOLLAR General has reflected on its economic standing in its second-quarter earnings call, noting the challenges it faced. The discount chain shuttered 51 locations in less than six months, attributing its financial decline to a drop in shopper spending. In an earnings announcement last week, Dollar General shared that its...

Dollar General CEO confirms it shut down 51 stores in less than 6 months & claims shopper spending ‘took toll’ on chain

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September is an ideal time to sow many vegetable seeds directly into the soil

7 vegetables to plant in September to fill gaps and provide harvests through the colder months ahead

We’re always told to make the best out of any situation, no matter how negative it may seem. There is often a positive way to view a situation and transform it into a learning experience. When Ibrahim Sedef faced such a situation, he left no stone unturned to make it a relishing experience. Sedef is an agricultural engineer who has been engaged in beekeeping at his facility in the Yeniay Neighborhood, according to the Turkish outlet DHA. He knew his job and was getting his work done as best as he could until he started having trouble with unwanted intruders. He reportedly saw bears entering his facility and causing damage to his well-kept hives.

Beekeeper saw bears stealing honey from his farm so he cleverly made them a part of his fun experiment

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Get ready for a post-harvest grain market rally

Late this summer I was holding a seminar, when one of the farmers in the audience asked the question of the season: “Did you ever think...

Get ready for a post-harvest grain market rally

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