Soybean, Grain Futures Higher. Ethanol Blend Rate Tops 11% in October. Rain for Parts of the Southern Plains.

The USDA recently announced payment rates for row crops eligible for the Farmer Bridge Assistance (FBA) program. Acres planted to corn, soybeans, wheat, and 16 other eligible commodities should expect to receive FBA payments by the end of February.

Communication with loved ones, neighbors, and mental health professionals can be a key piece of addressing the stressors and mental health issues that affect farmers at higher rates than other professions. 

Soybean, Grain Futures Higher in Overnight Trading. Corn, Wheat Exports Remain Ahead of Year-Earlier Pace. Red-Flag Warnings for Southern Plains.

Here’s a closer look at the farmland expected to change hands across 15 Illinois counties.