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Farmer sentiment drops as concerns about input costs increase
Tue Oct 6th, 2026 10:25:58 CDT
Farmer sentiment declined, with the Purdue University-CME Group Ag Economy Barometer (AEB) Index decreasing from 135 points in August to 123 points in September (see Figure 1). Both subindices declined, with the Index of Current Conditions dropping by 18 points and the Index of Future Expectations dropping by 9 points (see Figure 2). Marking a reversal from last month, a lower ...
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Ben Hale: Oklahoma Cattle Markets See Mixed Prices as Producers Watch Moisture
Tue Oct 6th, 2026 8:28:14 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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USDA Looks to Expand Meat Inspection Access While Maintaining Food Safety
Tue Oct 6th, 2026 7:44:30 CDT
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is looking at ways to expand access to inspected slaughter facilities and increase processing capacity for meat producers as part of efforts tied to recent presidential executive orders aimed at strengthening the nation’s beef supply. Rod Bain reports Agriculture Undersecretary for Food Safety Mindy Brashears says one executive order focuses on ...
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Ben Weinheimer: Mexican Feeder Cattle Border Reopening Making Progress Tue Oct 6th, 2026 9:03:37 CDT
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Texas Cattle Feeders Association President and CEO Ben Weinheimer about the reopening of Mexican border ports and what feedlot operators are seeing from the cattle coming into the U.S. Mexican Border Reopening Progress Weinheimer says cattle feeders have been pleased with the progress made ...
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