Market Journal | Nebraska

Television for agricultural business decisions.

Every topic covered is first measured by this standard. The Market Journal crew is determined to help the agricultural producer improve his or her bottom line, to help make the business more profitable. Market Journal is produced in partnership with the Nebraska Rural Radio Network.

This Week's Show

April 24, 2025

In the Field Update
Let's check in from the field. This week, we spoke with Kellen Jorgensen, a cattle and crop producer near Waco, Nebraska.

Turning row crops into forage
Cattle prices are at record highs. But inventories remain tight and input costs aren't going away. For producers who raise both crops and livestock, that creates some tough decisions. When margins get squeezed, it may be time to take a fresh look at how land is being used. One option, summer annual forages in place of traditional row crops.

Cattle Markets | Kyle Bumsted
Cattle markets have made a strong run this spring, but we're starting to see some pressure build after testing key resistance levels. We caught up with Livestock Analyst Kyle Bumsted to get his take on what's driving the market right now and what could be ahead.

Weekly Forecast | Eric Hunt
Fieldwork has moved for many of us, but moisture remains tight. Do we see any relief in the week ahead? Eric Hunt has the Forecast.

Soybean Seed Treatment | Jenny Brhel
Input costs remain high and margins are tight for many producers. So, every decision counts. New On-Farm Research from Nebraska Extension and local producers suggests there may be opportunities to trim costs including a closer look at soybean seed treatments.

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