The disconnect between what makes equipment more expensive (labor, steel, energy, computer chips, etc.) and what drives farm income (commodity prices) will continue to drive the machinery costs versus value discussion.

Brad Kooima, Kooima Kooima Varilek, says the cash cattle trade will likely be steady this week which may mean the futures could stall out. He thinks the party could be over in row crops.

Lexi Anderson is a spirited kid who’s always supporting those around her. But Lexi’s big heart is now what’s needing saved, and it’s a constant showing of love and support that’s getting this family through.

Jon Scheve compares tools to fix a combine with tools in a farmer’s toolbox and how to use each one.

The hard-learned lessons of thin margins and financial potholes are worth heeding. Skip Klinefelter has absorbed years of uninvited turbulence and kept moving forward. He offers six tips for surviving tough times.

Weekly overview of ag commodity market news and price action compiled by Austin Schroeder with Brugler Marketing. Not intended as trading advice. Actions taken are responsibility of the reader.