Is a Comeback Story Underway in the Grain Markets?

A fraudulent cattle scheme allegedly orchestrated by a Kentucky cattle producer has left investors and a financial institution reeling under a $100 million loss. His family – still grieving over the man’s suicide – is facing financial peril.

Farmers in some states can expect black cutworm damage in corn by mid-May. One larva can ruin five corn plants in a 24-hour period. Rescue treatments are most effective and economical — not seed treatments or Bt hybrids. Ken Ferrie shares more in his "Agronomic Minute" video.

With the popularity of electric and hybrid vehicles growing, long-term gasoline use could drop, taking ethanol consumption with it. Will ethanol continue to be the juggernaut in the corn market?

More drought relief could be on the way this week for the Southern Plains! Meteorologist Matt Engelbrecht has the latest.