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Seed Technology and Evolving Farming Practices Win Against Drought's Grip
Seed Technology and Evolving Farming Practices Win Against Drought's Grip

It’s been said high-yielding corn needs 25" of moisture per acre per year. In 2023, when Mother Nature didn't cooperate, management strategies to retain moisture coupled with new traits made a difference at harvest.

Markets Now Special:  Eric Snodgrass says Recent Storms Improve Drought Outlook, Brazil Rains Return
Markets Now Special: Eric Snodgrass says Recent Storms Improve Drought Outlook, Brazil Rains Return

Markets Now Special:  Meteorologist Eric Snodgrass says recent storms improve drought outlook and Mississippi River water levels.  Plus, Brazil rains in extended forecast.  

El Nino to Weaken by Spring:  What Does it Means for Grain and Livestock Producers?
El Nino to Weaken by Spring: What Does it Means for Grain and Livestock Producers?

El Nino is starting to break down which is good news for grain producers but potentially bad news for cattle producers, especially feedlot operations. 

8 ways to maximize the potential of your management zones
January May Be Yield-Defining Month for South American Weather

According to the meteorologists at BAMwx, the upcoming month in Brazil could be comparable to this past August for U.S. soybeans.

Keeping 2023’s Drought in Perspective
Keeping 2023’s Drought in Perspective

The agricultural headlines of 2023 have issued a steady drumbeat of drought – particularly in the Corn Belt, where so much U.S. livestock feed is grown. But just how bad was it?

Winter Weather: Find Out What's in Store for Agriculture
Winter Weather: Find Out What's in Store for Agriculture

The shift to El Nino brings several changes to the upcoming winter.

Weather Events Weigh On Ag’s Bottom Line
Weather Events Weigh On Ag’s Bottom Line

As extreme weather events affect the profitability of agriculture, here are four areas to bring focus to the ripple effect.

Panama Canal Update: Drought Restrictions Create Backlog
Panama Canal Update: Drought Restrictions Create Backlog

Restrictions are in place at the Panama Canal to conserve water - creating a backlog of ships waiting to pass.