Planting Intentions: Will Farmers Stick to 2017 Rotation? Ahead of the key USDA report, many analysts predict soybeans and spring wheat acres higher, corn lower. (Progressive Farmer)
On-the-Go Grain Marketing When There’s No Time to Lose Going into busy season, remove some emotion and set up orders that meet targets. (Farm Futures)
Agriculture Confidence Index is Positive U.S. farmers are more positive about current situation and future, according to survey. (Progressive Farmer)
Trump Vows to Protect Farmers on Trade White House economic advisor Kudlow says tariff threats “part of the process” in dealing with China. (Morning Ag Clips)
Plan for Delayed Corn Planting Move up maturity by five days after May 25; 10 days by June 1, and consider early-maturing hybrids. (Dakota Farmer)
Dryer Weather Spell Could Spur Planting If producers start planting April 26-27, that still provides 10 days, which is all many farmers need. (Successful Farming)
What Trade & Weather Uncertainty Mean for Your Grain Marketing Tariff talks are meeting weather markets for first time in 35 years. Here are five steps to deal with the risks. (GrainBridge)
Making Plans: Vital to Your Farm’s Future As your farm’s CEO, your responsibility includes defining its goals, priorities, and financial plans. (Farm Futures)
Positive Signs after Slow Start to Corn Planting Corn can emerge somewhat more consistently in cool soil than soybeans. (Corn & Soybean Digest)
Farm Financial Management: 16 Ways to Stretch Cash Flow Practice these financial contingency plans to make it through negative cash flow periods. (Iowa State University)