Market Journal

Market Journal

Market Journal is information 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 an educational outreach effort presented by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources.

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  • August 22, 2025 | Market Journal

    This week on MJ...
    We are coming to you from the 2025 GSL Open House.
    Get the latest on cattle and range land research as well as an in depth look at the red hot cattle markets.
    Get a look behind the scenes of State Fair judging
    and as always get the latest weather forecast with Eric Hunt

  • August 15, 2025 | Market Journal

    This week on MJ
    Secretary of Agriculture, Brooke Rollins was in Nebraska this past weekend and we've got the details of that visit.

    Steve White traveled to Valley County to see what's new with Progressive Ag Safety Day

    Heartland Farm Partners President, Jeff Peterson joins us at the desk to dis...

  • August 8, 2025 | Market Journal

    This week on MJ
    Get an update from the fields of western Nebraska
    Learn about the 2025 Roads Scholar Tour and catch up with the CEO of Grain Weevil.
    Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics joins us to discuss the grain markets.
    Eric Hunt has your weekly forecast.
    Plus, Learn why you should be ...

  • August 1, 2025 | Market Journal

    This week on MJ

    ITF: Corn Diseases: With southern rust and tar spot make their way into several Nebraska counties, we caught up with Nebraska Extension Educator Dylan Mangel to get the best advice on protecting your yield and making timely fungicide applications.

    IANR Leadership: Tiffany Heng-M...

  • July 25, 2025 | Market Journal

    This week on MJ
    Go behind the scenes of Nebraska's Big Rodeo in Burwell, NE.
    Nebraska ag land value has decreased by 2% this year, learn why.
    With the Agricultural workforce needing fresh blood, there are summer camps that are helping fill that void.
    Darin Newsom has your weekly market analysis a...

  • July 19, 2025 - Ag Market News | Progressive Ag

    This week on MJ
    Get some great advice on mitigating weeds in your corn fields, from the 2025 weed management field day.
    The Nebraska Agricultural Youth Institute was recently held on UNL's East Campus. See how students are learning about potential careers in the ag sector.
    Kyle Bumsted stopped by...

  • July 11, 2025 | Market Journal

    We are taking a look back at some of our favorite stories from the past year.

  • July 4, 2025 | Market Journal

    This week on MJ
    Learn how wheat stem maggot has been impacting corn operations around Nebraska and get some great advice on managing Nitrogen use. Heartland Farm Partners President, Jeff Peterson gives us his ¢2 on the markets. Eric Hunt has your weekly weather forecast. Plus get your first look ...

  • June 27, 2025 | Market Journal

    This week on MJ
    We were in western Nebraska to get an In the field update with a Red Angus Producer
    Tar Spot has been confirmed in nearly a dozen counties in Nebraska, we've got advice for dealing with that challenge
    Central Valley Ag's Luke Beckman Joins us to discuss the Markets
    Eric Hunt has y...

  • June 20, 2025 | Market Journal

    This week on MJ
    See how things are progressing for local producers.
    Go behind the scenes of ENREEC's TAPS Field Day
    Tredas' Doug Simon gives us his ¢2 on the markets.
    Eric Hunt has your weekly weather forecast.
    Plus, Great advice on tabulating accurate and timely stand counts.

  • June 13, 2025 | Market Journal

    This week on MJ
    We're out and in the field to get an update on crop progress
    Wheat diseases are creeping into Nebraska Fields and we'll let you know what to watch for.
    Mike Briggs gives us his ¢2 on the latest run in the cattle markets
    Eric Hunt has an extended seasonal outlook for you.
    Plus get ...

  • June 06, 2025 | Market Journal

    This week on MJ
    Get some advice on what corn diseases you should be vigilant of.
    See behind the scenes of this year's Excellence in Ag Science event.
    Darin Newsom breaks down the latest trends in the grain markets
    Eric Hunt has your weekly forecast. Plus, get the details on some fun, free, educat...

  • May 30, 2025 | Market Journal

    This week on MJ
    Learn how the PLAN irrigation app can help you conserve water and input costs this summer and what's new at Reinke Manufacturing in Deshler, NE.
    Elliott Dennis stops by to discuss the latest USDA Cattle on Feed Report and current events impacting the cattle markets. Eric Hunt has ...

  • May 16, 2025 | Market Journal

    This week on MJ
    Learn why grazing cattle on wheat may be a good idea for cattle producers dealing with drought.

    Reinke isn't just building pivot irrigation systems, they are actively building their surrounding community.

    Field peas are gaining traction among many producers. See how Nebraska Ext...

  • May 09, 2025 | Market Journal

    This week on MJ
    We are out and in the field for another planting update. Go inside Reinke's state of the art robotic assembly. Darin Fessler of Lakefront Futures and Options stops by to discuss the grain Markets. Eric Hunt has your latest 7 day outlook on the weather. Plus, learn how Nebraska Ex...

  • May 02, 2025 | Market Journal

    This week on MJ
    Learn about the importance of nitrogen management and Neb Guide recommendations. If you're interested in becoming a leader in the ag industry, the LEAD 44 fellowship might be just what you're looking for. Oklahoma State Ag economics specialist Derrel Peel joins us to discuss the l...

  • April 25, 2025 | Market Journal

    This week on MJ
    We are back in the field getting the latest planting updates from our local producers. We discuss some new practices when it comes to estimating wheat yields with Extension Educator Amanda Easterly and get the latest on the markets with Mike Zuzolo. Eric Hunt has your weekly forec...

  • April 18, 2025 | Market Journal

    This week on MJ
    Get some tips on pesticide safety and learn all about how to get involved with Nebraska Extension's Ranch Practicum. Doug Simon Joins us to discuss the latest market developments. Eric Hunt has your weekly forecast. Plus, if you haven't signed up for ECAP yet, there is no reason ...

  • April 11, 2025 | Market Journal

    This week on MJ
    Get the latest updates on planting conditions for corn and soybeans
    the Nebraska Rural poll is connecting rural areas to metro politics, learn how.
    Darin Newsom gives us his ¢2 on the markets and Eric Hunt has your weekly forecast. Plus learn how the summer soybean institute can ...

  • April 04, 2025 | Market Journal

    This week on MJ...

    We are reporting from the 2025 Nebraska State FFA Convention at PBA, in Lincoln Nebraska. Join us as we discuss ag land values and the current trends impacting the Markets. Eric Hunt has your weekly forecast and get an up close look at how NASA is reshaping agricultural data f...

  • March 28, 2025 | Market Journal

    This week was grain safety week. This serves as a reminder of the critical steps for staying safe around grain. It is crucial for workers in the agriculture and grain industry to follow proper safety protocols to avoid accidents and health risks.

    Land rent can be based on several things, like re...

  • March 21 2025 | Market Journal

    This week on MJ
    Learn how digital ag tools are helping Nebraska farmers and ranchers
    and why now is a good time to start thinking about feed supplies for your cattle for the Summer months.
    Heather Ramsey of the ARC Group joins us to give her ¢2 on the markets and Eric Hunt has your weekly forecas...

  • March 14, 2025 | Market Journal

    This week on MJ

    Get up to date on upcoming FSA deadlines and learn about ways to be more efficient with your water consumption this growing season. Luke Beckman of Central Valley Ag joins us to break down the markets and Eric Hunt has your weekly forecast. Plus learn how the U.S. Soybean Export ...

  • March 07, 2025 | Market Journal

    This week Market Journal is on the road in Denver Colorado to bring you the latest in agriculture from the 2025 Commodity Classic. We've got USDA updates from Secretary of Ag, Brooke Rollins as well as the latest from corn and Soybean growers and Big Iron dealers. Plus, get the latest on weather ...