A revised major merger application from Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern was recently submitted to the U.S. Surface Transportation Board.

The May soybean futures chart appears to be forming a bear flag pattern that typically indicates a downward resolution. However, chart patterns are certainly not always highly reli... [Read Full Blog]

Net fund position in corn with both futures and options vs. the price of spot corn in dollars per bushel.

The vote Tuesday on E15 showed splits among the political parties and delegations from states across the country. Lawmakers from top ethanol-producing states stuck together to back... [Read Full Blog]

Commodities brokers advise farmers to develop disciplined grain marketing plans based on production costs, stick to price targets, seek professional guidance and utilize futures an... [Read Full Blog]

Very warm weather means surface moisture will evaporate before soaking into the soil profile.

The vote Tuesday on E15 showed splits among the political parties and delegations from states across the country. Lawmakers from top ethanol-producing states stuck together to back... [Read Full Blog]

Frosts and freezes may lead to less-than-ideal soybean stands, but replanting may not be necessary.

If only the market was as simple as supply and demand, consumers, and the cattle needed to produce the beef those consumers desire; wouldn't that be the day? Unfortunately, that's... [Read Full Blog]

Yet another month of below-normal precipitation puts into question how much corn Brazil can produce with its safrinha crop.

The president is heading to Beijing for a summit, having in recent months softened his approach to China. Even if he comes back with more soybean sales, American bean growers need... [Read Full Blog]

In this equipment roundup, DTN/Progressive Farmer looks at high diesel costs hitting returns; March equipment sales down; reports that Cat buys Monarch technology; Fieldwork Roboti... [Read Full Blog]

Nothing cures low prices like low prices. Producers had enough of poor returns from wheat and reduced area, then Mother Nature helped cut production even further.

DTN/Progressive Farmer examines the challenges facing rural America and the solutions some communities are embracing to succeed, in a series titled "Rural Resilience."