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LIVESTOCK AND COMMODITY REPORTS

Midday Livestock Report - Round-up of all direct and terminal sales of hogs, cattle and feeder livestock; review of midday dressed prices, feedlot movement and other factors affecting cash livestock trade. 12:10 p.m., 4 min, Mon-Fri.

Chicago Board of Trade Open - Initial prices on grain futures as trading begins, along with summary of factors affecting trade. 9:35 a.m., 3 min, Mon-Fri.

Market Close - First look at closing prices on the Chicago Board of Trade and the Chicago Mercantile Exchange and review of factors affecting the day's trading. 1:50 p.m., 3 min, Mon-Fri.

Commodity Settlement - Final prices on the futures exchanges; a review of factors affecting trading; first word on government production, livestock and supply/demand reports; and major farm news of the day. Includes reports from market analysts. 2:20 p.m., 4 min, Mon-Fri.

NEWS AND FEATURE PROGRAMS

Agri-Business News - Brownfield offers two state-specific agribusiness news programs daily. The Morning Agri-Business program contains news and features pertaining to farmers and agri-business in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Missouri, Nebraska and Wisconsin. In addition to news and features relevant to farmers and agribusiness in these states, our Mid-day Agri-Business program contains a state agricultural weather forecast and a review of cash livestock markets in the state. 4 min, Mon-Fri.

Ag Headline News - A concise review of the day’s top ag news from across the country and around the world. 2 min, Mon-Fri.

Agriculture Today - A quick “snapshot” of what’s happening in the ag industry, including a recap of national and world ag news headlines and a recap of grain and livestock markets. A customized program. Quick and informative. 4 min, Mon-Fri.

Dairy Update - A daily program focusing on the dairy industry. The program features dairy economists, new technology, markets and legislative activity that impact the nation’s dairy farmers. 5:40 a.m., 3 min, Mon-Fri.

Farmbreak - A snapshot of prices and factors driving the market, from weather to government reports to cash movement and international news. Scheduled every half hour. 1 min, Mon-Fri.

Hoofbeat - Topics of interest to the horse owner. Basic care, disease prevention and other issues pertaining to the equine industry in the US for the owners of 1 or 2 horses to larger operations. 6:20 a.m.4 min, Saturday.

The American Countryside - Every day, Andrew McCrea introduces his listeners to interesting people with extraordinary stories from across the nation. American Countryside won an Oscar in Agriculture Award in 1998, 1999 and 2000. Don’t miss this entertaining and informative “slice of Americana.” 6:50 a.m., 4 min, Mon-Fri.

Managing for Profit - Expert perspectives on running a profitable farm and using crop insurance, government programs and tools to help farmers market their crops; regular examination of the political environment; tax and legal information that will help farmers of any size find success in a changing marketplace. 6:35 a.m., 4 min, Mon-Fri.

Rural Issues Forum - A look at issues that impact rural America - from health insurance for farmers and their families to rural infrastructure, education, rural crime, property rights, etc. Some very controversial issues; all topics pertain to rural life. 6:40 a.m., 4 min, Mon-Fri.

Brownfield Commentary - Farm Director Cyndi Young’s personal perspective on agriculture and rural life. Cyndi swaps her “news” hat for her “commentary” helmet and pulls no punches [Archive]. 5:50 a.m., 3 min, Mon-Fri.