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Next-Gen Spotlight: Lindsay Baneck Is In the Business of Selling Memories
Next-Gen Spotlight: Lindsay Baneck Is In the Business of Selling Memories

In addition to traditional row crops and cattle, Lindsay Baneck operates a direct-to-consumer produce business in Wisconsin. These days, her goals are geared toward success and sustainability.

Ohio Woman in Ag Ties Teaching and Farming Into One
Ohio Woman in Ag Ties Teaching and Farming Into One

Midwestern farmer Marcia Ruff, 2023 Top Producer Women In Ag Award winner, splits her time between the classroom and the family farm — setting an example for others to lead from where they are.

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A Snapshot of USDA's Surprising January Report in 10 Charts
A Snapshot of USDA's Surprising January Report in 10 Charts

With larger-than-expected yield revisions to both corn and soybeans, it leaves one burning question: which states grew such big yields in 2023? USDA NASS released maps and charts to help answer that.

Are You Ready For the Polar Plunge? Some Areas Could See Temperatures Plummet to Negative 40 Degrees
Are You Ready For the Polar Plunge? Some Areas Could See Temperatures Plummet to Negative 40 Degrees

From 40 degrees above zero earlier this week in parts of the Great Plains to now forecasts for temps to fall 40 degrees below zero, ag meteorologist Drew Lerner says the frigid conditions will be dangerous for livestock.

Next-Gen Spotlight: Matt Adams Created His Niche By Doing Things No One Else Wanted To Do
Next-Gen Spotlight: Matt Adams Created His Niche By Doing Things No One Else Wanted To Do

After years of letting negativity and discouragement hold him back from full-time farming, the first-generation Kentucky farmer decided to take a leap of faith.

Now Is the Time to Pay Attention to the Weather Forecast: Severe Snowstorm Forecasted to Dump Multiple Feet of Snow
Now Is the Time to Pay Attention to the Weather Forecast: Severe Snowstorm Forecasted to Dump Multiple Feet of Snow

Major winter storms are on the way early next week. With the possibility of blizzard conditions to flooding in the southeast, the impact on agriculture could be two-fold: good news for drought but stress to livestock.

Seed Impact Mill Technology Hammers Herbicide-Resistant Weeds
Seed Impact Mill Technology Hammers Herbicide-Resistant Weeds

Harvest weed seed control systems have a hefty price tag, but some farmers and researchers say they are a good investment and provide a ROI, especially where resistant weeds are taking over and control options are few.

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‘Rubes’ cartoonist publishes new book sharing secrets on creativity and humor

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What does a geologist, an obit writer and a rocket scientist have in common?

Kansas Landed in the Bull's-Eye of a Late-November Snow, And It's Good News for Winter Wheat
Kansas Landed in the Bull's-Eye of a Late-November Snow, And It's Good News for Winter Wheat

More than a foot of snow fell across a narrow band in Kansas over the weekend, which should provide some relief for a winter wheat crop already struggling with drought.

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What Are the 5 Most Common Grain Marketing Mistakes?
What Are the 5 Most Common Grain Marketing Mistakes?

Whether you're in the middle of harvest, or already wrapped up, there are five common grain marketing mistakes farmers often make. University of Minnesota's Ed Usset says these mistakes happen throughout the year.

Missouri Grain Facility Designated As Sustainability Hub
Missouri Grain Facility Designated As Sustainability Hub

The company has already launched several sustainability features at the site and is planning more in the coming year.

Plants, Not People, May Fall Prey To The Next Global Pandemic
Plants, Not People, May Fall Prey To The Next Global Pandemic

Lack of genetic diversity in crops may lead to an outcome worse than COVID-19.

Drought No More, Farmers Watch Western Kansas Corn Fields Get Hammered by Hail
Drought No More, Farmers Watch Western Kansas Corn Fields Get Hammered by Hail

What’s often called the “white combine” is hammering western Kansas this year, an ugly reality for an area that’s finally receiving rain after nearly five years of drought.

What's the Biggest Threat to Global Grain Supplies? It's Actually Russia's Exports, Not Ukraine
What's the Biggest Threat to Global Grain Supplies? It's Actually Russia's Exports, Not Ukraine

Grain prices continue to rally as Russia ramped up attacks on Ukrainian ports on the River Danube. But agricultural economists and markets analysts point out the situation still hasn’t reached a worst-case scenario yet.

Here's What You Need to Know About USDA's July WASDE Report
Here's What You Need to Know About USDA's July WASDE Report

The biggest surprises included a 4-bu. reduction in corn yield and soybean ending stocks came in at 300 million bushels, which is 100 million bushels higher than trade estimates.

A Tale of Two Wheat Harvest Extremes is Now Playing Out in the Nation's Breadbasket
A Tale of Two Wheat Harvest Extremes is Now Playing Out in the Nation's Breadbasket

In eastern Kansas and Missouri, harvest is happening at a historic pace, but western Kansas is overcome by so much rain that winter wheat fields are now overgrown by weeds making those fields unharvestable.

Blank Space to Work of Art, Missouri Wheat Field Transitions into Unique Welcome to Taylor Swift
Blank Space to Work of Art, Missouri Wheat Field Transitions into Unique Welcome to Taylor Swift

Precision Mazes is able to turn a blank space into a crop art masterpiece with meticulous detail. Their latest project transitioned a harvested wheat field in Missouri into a larger than life welcome to Taylor Swift.

High Production Costs Could Weigh on the Ag Economy Through 2024, New Survey of Economists Finds
High Production Costs Could Weigh on the Ag Economy Through 2024, New Survey of Economists Finds

The Ag Economists’ Monthly Monitor is a new survey of nearly 50 economists. Most ag economists agree the next 12 months could produce more financial pressure for agriculture, but their views vary depending on commodity.

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Ag Trade Between Russia and China Increased to 153% in April
Ag Trade Between Russia and China Increased to 153% in April

China's exports to Russia reached a record high in April, amounting to $9.6 billion.

The 5 Fundamentals That Could Still Rally Wheat Prices
The 5 Fundamentals That Could Still Rally Wheat Prices

Last week was full of both bullish and bearish news for the wheat market. Arlan Suderman of Stone X Group says there are still several things that could spark momentum in the wheat market.

Wheat Tour Finds Drought, Freeze Robbed More Wheat Than Expected, Surprisingly High Abandonment Now Pegged Across Kansas
Wheat Tour Finds Drought, Freeze Robbed More Wheat Than Expected, Surprisingly High Abandonment Now Pegged Across Kansas

The 2023 Wheat Quality Council’s Wheat Tour across Kansas found low yields and higher abandonment than what USDA currently has penciled in with one economist on tour warning abandonment could climb even higher.

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Feeling a bit sheepish about this one...

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Sports betting will never be the same...

Is El Niño to Thank for the Recent Rains in the Drought-Stricken Plains?
Is El Niño to Thank for the Recent Rains in the Drought-Stricken Plains?

Farmers in the Southern Plains are finally starting to see much-needed moisture hit their fields. It may be too late for winter wheat, but it’s a hopeful sign for those needing the rain to even plant summer crops.

Is A Double Whammy of True Armyworm Underway?
Is A Double Whammy of True Armyworm Underway?

True armyworm (not to be confused with fall armyworm) is moving into Midwest wheat and corn crops now. Many are newcomers from the South, but homegrown populations are also concerning in Illinois, Indiana and Michigan.

Brutal Blast of Cold Set to Bring Widespread Freeze to the Western Corn Belt and Plains
Brutal Blast of Cold Set to Bring Widespread Freeze to the Western Corn Belt and Plains

A late April blast could bring sub-freezing temperatures as far south as northern Texas, sparking growing concerns about the potential damage to winter wheat.

From Flooding To Frost, Latest Weather Forecast Signals Slowdown in Planting Progress This Week
From Flooding To Frost, Latest Weather Forecast Signals Slowdown in Planting Progress This Week

From the potential for more cold weather later this week to additional moisture increasing chances for flooding in the upper Midwest, the forecast for the remainder of April could hold a few more surprises.

What’s the Latest with the Black Sea Grain Deal?
What’s the Latest with the Black Sea Grain Deal?

Wheat and corn exports out of the Black Sea region are at risk again as Ukrainian officials say Russia is taking action to block inspections of ships under the Black Sea grain initiative.

Farmers in the Northern Plains Gambled Big with Planting Last Year, 2023 Likely Won't Be A Repeat
Farmers in the Northern Plains Gambled Big with Planting Last Year, 2023 Likely Won't Be A Repeat

As the market balances its focus between increased planting progress and the reality of saturated soils and more chances of rain and snow in the northern tier of states, commodity prices could sway planting decisions.

Kansas Winter Wheat Crop Crippled by Drought that Covers 80% of the State
Kansas Winter Wheat Crop Crippled by Drought that Covers 80% of the State

Kansas typically accounts for 25% of the nation's winter wheat production, but ongoing drought is weighing on overall crop conditions. Farmers are now facing the possibility of increased abandonment this year.

Is Russia Taking a Page Out of China's Playbook By Working to Take Control of Its Grain Industry?
Is Russia Taking a Page Out of China's Playbook By Working to Take Control of Its Grain Industry?

Several grain companies announced plans to stop Russian grain exports as of July 1. As Russia tries to take control of its domestic grain industry, analysts think it will ultimately hurt Russian grain farmers.

Get Ready, Volatility in the Commodity Markets is Just Getting Started
Get Ready, Volatility in the Commodity Markets is Just Getting Started

The weather forecast shows more farmers could start planting next week, and as farmers hit the fields, analysts want farmers to not lose sight of marketing opportunities during their busiest time of year.

Which Country Imports the Most U.S. Wheat?
Which Country Imports the Most U.S. Wheat?

The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative's latest report shows top U.S. wheat importers could see a shake-up if trade barriers aren't addressed.

If You Think US Fertilizer Prices are High, Canadian Farmers Are Stuck With Surprising Fertilizer Tax
If You Think US Fertilizer Prices are High, Canadian Farmers Are Stuck With Surprising Fertilizer Tax

As Ontario, Canada farmer Julie Maw scouts her wheat fields, it’s the moment of truth for the record number of acres planted across the province this year.

Weather and Flood Forecasts Point to Possibility of Prevent Plant in the Midwest, Northern Plains
Weather and Flood Forecasts Point to Possibility of Prevent Plant in the Midwest, Northern Plains

Wet weather in the Northern Plains and Upper Midwest is sparking conversations about a growing number of prevent plant acres this year. Is it too early to start conversations about the possibility of prevent plant?

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Farming The Northern Plains: Wheat Is A Winner, Corn Is A Headache
Farming The Northern Plains: Wheat Is A Winner, Corn Is A Headache

“The planting priorities are number one,” says Dr. Lee Briese of Central Ag Consulting. Jamestown, ND

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How Can The Farm Bill Better Reflect Farmers? House Ag Committee Released A Road Map
How Can The Farm Bill Better Reflect Farmers? House Ag Committee Released A Road Map

An early look at the report shows the House Ag Committee could push for improvements to the current safety net within Title I of the farm bill and move away from relying on Congress to approve ad hoc disaster aid.

Farm Bureau Finds 2022 Weather Disasters Amounted to $21 Billion in Crop Losses
Farm Bureau Finds 2022 Weather Disasters Amounted to $21 Billion in Crop Losses

Farm Bureau finds 2022 weather events added up to 18 weather and climate disasters, each with damages exceeding $1 billion. 

Is the U.S. Becoming Less Competitive in Growing Wheat? A New Warning Sign for the Future of Wheat
Is the U.S. Becoming Less Competitive in Growing Wheat? A New Warning Sign for the Future of Wheat

BASF announced it’s halting the development of hybrid wheat in North America, a move NAWG fears could ultimately drive wheat acres out of the U.S., unless more public and private investments into R&D are made.

Is Russia's Threat to Nix Black Sea Grain Deal a Potential Ploy to Push Wheat Prices Higher?
Is Russia's Threat to Nix Black Sea Grain Deal a Potential Ploy to Push Wheat Prices Higher?

Russia is now saying it will only extend its Black Sea grain deal if sanctions are lifted on its own agricultural products. The deal, which was brokered last year, allowed for safe passage of Ukrainian ag products. 

U.S. Soybean, Corn and Wheat Futures Bounce After February's Declines
U.S. Soybean, Corn and Wheat Futures Bounce After February's Declines

Traders said that the recent sell-off may have sparked some buying interest from importers that had viewed U.S. corn as too expensive when compared to supplies from other countries.

'It Looks Like a War Zone': Texas Farmer Describes Wheat Crop Now Ravaged by Sunday's Derecho and Dust Storm
'It Looks Like a War Zone': Texas Farmer Describes Wheat Crop Now Ravaged by Sunday's Derecho and Dust Storm

Scenes across Texas, Oklahoma and Kansas resemble the Dust Bowl after winds topping 100 mph ravaged the area. Growers are dealing with a dryland wheat crop that could already see abandonment as high as 80%.

Is Your Planter Ready to Roll? Use this Checklist to Be Sure
Is Your Planter Ready to Roll? Use this Checklist to Be Sure

When it comes to winning the furrow, it all starts with the planter. Missy Bauer, Farm Journal field agronomist, says some of the common planting mistakes can be fixed before the planter hits the field.