John Phipps says the rapid reduction in farmer numbers is a result of government efforts to raise money, since the government owns the land, and achieve modest economies of scale for added productivity.

Funds selling in the soybean complex on rain, wheat puts in some war premium, corn caught in the tug of war. Cattle consolidate after new highs in feeders, hogs bounce. Randy Martinson, Martinson Ag has more.

A market analyst shared a gloomy outlook for the country on Thursday, saying the U.S. balance sheet and financial condition have been deteriorating significantly over the last decade. He expects more of the same ahead.

Selling a crop that’s not yet in the ground can be intimidating. But if you don’t get a head start on pricing your crops, you might miss good marketing opportunities.

On March 29, USDA will release its annual Prospective Plantings report. How will acres shake out this year?

Drought is creating a dreary outlook for Missouri farmers, but it wasn’t until mid-July that some realized just how bad it was. Farmers in pockets of severe drought now say they have widespread pollination problems.