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High input-cost concerns continue to weigh on farmer sentiment
Tue Jul 7th, 2026 11:42:53 CDT
Farmer sentiment dropped again in June as the Purdue University-CME Group Ag Economy Barometer (AEB) Index declined from 119 points in May to 113 points in June (see Figure 1). The Index of Current Conditions fell by 5 points, while the Index of Future Expectations fell by 7 points (see Figure 2). June’s Current Conditions Index was 26 points below its December 2025 ...
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Strong Cattle Market Depends on Rainfall Through 2026
Tue Jul 7th, 2026 8:22:00 CDT
On Tuesdays, Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster Ron Hays visits with Ben Hale of Western Livestock Auctions as he talks about the latest in the markets and more. Established in 1995, Western has grown into a multi-generational family-owned and operated business and stands as a symbol of tradition, excellence, and a deep-rooted passion for the ...
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Horse and Hound Rescue Gives Thoroughbred Racehorses a Second Chance Through Aftercare and Adoption
Tue Jul 7th, 2026 8:25:15 CDT
Horse and Hound Rescue has spent the last decade giving retired Thoroughbred racehorses a new purpose while also providing a safe haven for dozens of dogs in need. What began as a solution to a growing need within the racing industry has grown into a thriving rescue operation that has successfully placed hundreds of horses ...
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Dr. Marshall Streeter Says the Beef Industry Is Nearing the Limits of Bigger Cattle Mon Jul 6th, 2026 9:36:16 CDT
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays features comments from Dr. Marshall Streeter, Associate Director of Technical Service – Cattle at Merck Animal Health. He says the beef industry is approaching a point where continually increasing cattle weights may begin creating unintended consequences throughout the production chain. During the recent Tug ...
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