Will Cool Weather Mean Extended Growing Season? Midwest temperatures dropping into the 50s at night may extend the growing season and put harvest a little later.
USDA Raises Corn, Soybean Production Yield Estimates The USDA expects record soybean production, along with the third largest corn crop on record.
15 Cost-Effective Fertilizer Tips A U of M nutrient specialist recommends ways to get the most from phosphorus and potassium fertilizers.
Farmers Tell Ag Secretary to Maintain Crop Insurance In a pre-farm bill listening session, farmers have urged Sonny Perdue to keep their safety net.
10 Ways to Manage Your Business During Challenging Times January advice is still timely: Producers who are prepared with a plan will be better positioned for continued success.
Wheat Still Has Hope Amidst Dark Clouds The pullback from summer highs provides hope for growers looking to sell 2017 inventory.
Cooler, Drier Weather for the Corn Belt Beneficial rains recently will go a long way to help the corn and soybean crops finish well.
Midwest Agronomists Talk Mid-August Crop Progress Some agronomists believe yields will be challenged, especially when one considers that 40% of Iowa is in a moderate or severe drought.
Farmers Report Variable Crops as August Begins Volatile seems to be the word of the season in farm country this year.
Record Corn Crops Out of the South In Louisiana, some farmers are already 50% harvested, with yield averages of 230 bushels per acre.
