Tyson's recent announcement in the beef processing sector has caused discussion in the industry. The closure and cutback it announced will reduce slaughter capacity by 7.5%-9% amid historically low cattle numbers.
Corn was 96% harvested, and winter wheat was 97% planted and rated 48% good to excellent as of Sunday, Nov. 23, according to USDA NASS' final national Crop Progress report of 2025 released Monday.
We'll have a break in the markets for the U.S. Thanksgiving holiday Thursday and we're thankful for this year's class of America's Best Young Farmers and Ranchers.
Iowa farmers and businesses have until March 17, 2026, to file bankruptcy claims against Hansen-Mueller Co. to potentially receive payouts from Iowa's grain indemnity fund.
Attention Customers
IP Soybeans - 2026 Early signing bonuses finished on Nov 14, but there are still acres available for all varieties - give us a call to get your contract now! ♦
2026 IP Soybean Contracts Now Available!
List is available by clicking the tab to the left, but watch for updates as we will be adding some new varieties once our OEL plot comes off!
Need help choosing your variety - talk to Britt at OEL Agronomy
Sign up your acres at any of OEL's offices - Exeter, Toohey's or Centralia
Sign up before Nov 15/25 for bonus premium as well as a ballot in OEL's Early Bird draw for an RTV!!
♦ OEL - Agronomy OEL is wrapping up the 2025 crop year and ready to handle your input business for 2026! Talk to the staff at Centralia regarding your seed, fertilizer, and crop protection needs. Brian: (519) 274-4798 Britt: (519) 719-8122 Centralia Office: (519) 228-6687
Quote of the Day
"Three grand essentials to happiness in this life are something to do, something to love, and something to hope for."
