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As the crisis in Ukraine continues and the world debates whether Ukraine will plant crops this year, what is best-case and worst-case scenario for agriculture in Ukraine? U.S. Farm Report analysts weigh the scenarios.

Scientists expect corn hybrids containing the technology will help farmers regain the upper hand over a variety of above-ground and below-ground pests that current technology is struggling to contain.

As young corn plants begin to canopy, think ahead to another challenge on the horizon. Besides scouting for insects, scouting for early-season foliar diseases is an important way to get ahead of potentially costly...

Here’s how you can prevent stand problems later this spring.

Corn prices have been surging recently, including cash bids of over $7 at many elevators. What's the highest per-bushel price you've ever sold corn?

Carbon dioxide is produced during the fermentation step of the ethanol process. The biggest use is for carbonation in beverages, but ethanol CO2 is not as pure as competing sources like ammonia plants for that market.

HELSINKI, March 2 (Reuters) - Finnish refiner Neste said on Tuesday its billion-dollar investment in a joint venture with U.S.

Despite signs Russian President Vladimir Putin may be ready to talk with representatives from Ukraine, Cargill confirmed a ship it chartered was hit in the Black Sea on Thursday. The vessel was empty at the time.

The Russia-Ukraine crisis sent wheat prices skyrocketing 50 cents higher, with corn up 30 cents at one point Thursday. Crude oil also soared above $100 per barrel, hitting the highest level since 2014. 

Combined corn and soybean area is forecast at 180 million acres, below the historical high of 180.6 million planted in 2021.

WTI oil prices crossed the $90 mark last week for the first time since 2014. Strong oil prices typically translate into strong demand for corn ethanol, but some analysts warn electric vehicles may put that on a detour.

There's plenty of disease inoculum in cornfields across the Midwest. It's just a matter of whether Mother Nature will unleash the devastation this season that many farmers saw in 2021.

Dept. of Commerce issued a preliminary determination this week showing urea nitrate from Russia and Trinidad and Tobago is being sold into the U.S. at less than fair value. The ruling could open the door for tariffs.  

From issues sourcing inputs to input prices holding at record and near-record levels, acreage decisions in 2022 are being shaped by more than just weather and commodity prices. And analysts warn more risk is ahead.

If you normally use starter fertilizer, keep using it, advises Ken Ferrie. "Five gallons of 10-34-O will give you a bigger kick than 300 pounds of broadcast DAP, due to placement and timing," he says.

Recent COVID-19 vaccine mandates in both the U.S. and Canada could take even more truckers off the road. Trucking industry experts warn while empty store shelves could turn into more fertilizer shortages next.

China came in with some purchases of soybeans and corn this week, and as rumors of more buys from China continue in the markets, analysts point out some of China's big ag buys from last year still haven't shipped.

The story of a once-in-a-lifetime Indian pot’s stunning find on an agriculture operation, unlikely survival, and incredible contents provides an extremely rare window to the past.

Even with no big shocks to the markets in USDA's major reports this week, there are a few takeaways from the reports that could provide perspective and insight on future crops and how traders react to weather concerns.

USDA made slight adjustments to the final 2021 corn-production estimate, but not due to a change in yield. USDA reported a slightly higher national soybean yield. The agency also revised demand in WASDE on Wednesday.

The report found nitrogen accounts for more than 50% of fertilizer costs for a corn producer at $117 per acre.

A new report from Texas A&M Agricultural and Food Policy Center (AFPC) a 50% rise in fertilizer prices equates to an average of $128,000 per farm. The largest per-acre impact would falls on rice farms at $62.04 an acre.

Have record high fertilizer prices finally peaked? While prices continue to remain high right now, there were some signs last week and already this week that indicate some relief and stability may be in sight.

USDA will release several reports Wednesday, January 12, including Crop Production, Grain Stocks and WASDE. With declining outlooks for South America's crop, Garrett Toay and Brian Splitt break down what to watch.

Available in select counties in 11 states, the Post Application Coverage Endorsement is available for non-irrigated corn.

2021 was a wild ride for commodity markets. From China to weather concerns, weather worries in South America seemed to trump demand to close out 2021. Here's what analysts say they learned and what they're watching now.

Nearby corn futures pushed past the $6 mark this week, and for farmers who have unpriced grain in the bin, the markets may have felt like an early Christmas gift. Analysts say there's one factor that propelled prices.

Most years you won't see fall anhydrous applications kick-in and help your corn crop until around V6 or V8 when the corn is about knee-high, says Ken Ferrie. This week's podcast offers some recommendations.

Everybody seems to be talking about cover crops. Rightfully so because, managed correctly, they can provide environmental benefits. Higher yield? Well, maybe, but probably not, at least in the near term.

What really makes yield per acre? It’s not plant population — that’s merely one component, as we were reminded of in 2021.

From increased input prices, to a dimmer outlook on corn export demand, analysts say there are a multitude of factors driving the outlook into the new year. Analysts weigh in on their price picture projections for 2022.

The latest CPI shows drivers are seeing motor fuel prices up 58% at the pump compared to a year ago. In total, the new data released Friday shows U.S. inflation jumped 6.8% last month, the fastest rate in 39 years.

Most of the report's focus was on wheat; USDA made little change to corn and soybeans for both domestic and South American production.

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Commodity markets were on a rollercoaster ride this week, with a sharp drop to end November and then a recovery to end the first few days of December. Analysts say that volatility might just be getting started.

Open slots and false bottoms are being created as farmers build strips for their spring planting pass.

The Clemson EMC Calculator can help you with wet soybeans. With strips and anhydrous applications, focus on building a good seedbed for next spring.

Make adjustments to your combine now to get more yield out of the field before more corn goes down and molds set in.

Some Illinois farmers are combining corn with fins and scales this fall. No, that’s not a fish story.

On Thursday, AgriTalk celebrated “A Day of Ethanol.” A host of guests chimed in on how the industry contributes to the country's economy and energy security as well as plays a role in addressing climate challenges.

In some instances, the speed of the combine and the speed of the header in combination are resulting in too much corn going out the back of the machine.

This late season disease is nothing to hit the snooze button on. “This is a disease you have to pay attention to,” says Dr. Nathan Kleczewski, plant pathologist with Growmark.

Too much corn is not making it to the bin in central Illinois as harvest season nears the finish line. If you're still combining, consider Ken Ferrie's recommendations to bolster results.

Harvesting and storing high-moisture corn can help producers get a jump on harvest; avoid drying costs; and put up a highly palatable, digestible, nutritious feedstuff.

By digging through the thousands of data sets, a team at the University of Illinois and ARS uncovered it's not just climate making weed control hard, but late season weed pressure has a devastating impact on corn yield.

Despite slowdowns in the export sales picture, actual exports are still running 26% ahead of the same time period last year, and with higher commodity prices, bulk export values are up 60%. USDA says that's led by corn.

Bayer is evaluating its legal options after Mexican health regulators for the first time rejected a GMO corn permit it was seeking, blasting the decision as "unscientific."

Ahead of USDA's October reports next week, debate continued on just how big of a U.S. corn crop is being harvested right now. University of Illinois economists weighed in during the U.S. Farm Report College Roadshow.

Chris Edgington, a row-crop farmer based near St. Ansgar, shares his perspective on what drives most U.S. producers today.

There doesn't appear to be much price relief on the horizon. Product availability could be limited as well, based on what China and Europe are experiencing.