Crop Production
Drought continues to deepen its grip across the Corn Belt, with Iowa and Illinois seeing large jumps in the moderate and severe drought categories. Now, more of the U.S. corn and soybean crop is covered in drought.
We recently asked farmers what’s the most random thing they’ve found in their fields. Here are a few of the responses.
The recent soil dust cloud catastrophe in central Illinois is a wake-up call from Mother Nature suggesting all of agriculture needs to implement more sustainable production practices. We owe it to future generations.
There are three areas producers need to focus on to earn the title of “good farm manager,” according to Purdue University researchers.
If you’re applying a tank-mix of Enlist One® and Liberty® herbicides on Enlist E3® soybean or Enlist® cotton acres, ensure you’re following these tips to optimize the application and take control of weeds.
Residual chemicals from sprayers can not only contaminate operators but also their families — even when gloves, goggles and aprons are worn.
Agriculture’s closet is filled with fake news, but the outrageous claim of trained monkeys working on American farms is a hoax for the ages.
Nestled in an old barn sat 8,000 mason jars filled with soil dating back to 1862. Now the plan is to revisit the 450 sampling locations spanning 21 million crop acres for insights into soil fertility and conservation.
The U.S. Drought Monitor says 26% of corn acres, 20% of soybean acres and 47% of winter wheat acres are in drought. The wheat crop has little chance of revival, but corn and soybeans have a long runway ahead of them.
The agency recently launched a new initiative called Acres. Scientists plan for the data gathered through the program to help farmers with all kinds of decisions, from water use to what crops to plant and when.
The signs of El Niño grew even strong this month, and as the weather event looks to make its grand return, significant weather changes could be on deck for U.S. farmers this year.
Palmer amaranth has made a name for itself as one of the most difficult to control weeds. Learn how to identify and control it in your fields this season.
Palmer amaranth has made a name for itself as one of the most difficult to control weeds. Learn how to identify and control it in your fields this season.
The May WASDE report is the first look at the new crop balance sheets. As old crop demand continues to be an area of concern, the trade was watching to see how aggressive USDA would be with new crop supply and demand.
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.
Winds topping 55 mph, along with dry soils, recently planted fields and the direction of the fierce winds, all created the “perfect storm” to cause the major dust storm that turned fatal Monday in Illinois.
According to John Phipps, the legendary Third Crop has been the Holy Grail for many corn and soy growers for decades. He explains why more Midwest farms moved away from diversified crops and livestock operations.
BASF says ONE SMART SPRAY’s camera-based system detects weeds and sprays only where necessary and only as much as needed, providing customized agronomic recommendations and automated documentation.
If you’re applying a tank-mix of Enlist One® and Liberty® herbicides on Enlist E3® soybean or Enlist® cotton acres, ensure you’re following these tips to optimize the application and take control of weeds.
If you’re applying a tank-mix of Enlist One® and Liberty® herbicides on Enlist E3® soybean or Enlist® cotton acres, ensure you’re following these tips to optimize the application and take control of weeds.
Mississippi River Flooding Expected to Peak at the 7th Highest Level Ever Near Quad Cities Next Week
As the upper Mississippi River continues to rise, USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says the worst is yet to come, with a top 10 flood crest not expected near the Quad Cities for as much as two more weeks.
Record snowfall is catching up with several states as snowmelt starts to flood rivers. It’s already impacting traffic and the movement of ag goods on the upper Mississippi River.
As more farmers start planting, possible problems with weeds, such as waterhemp, are already impacting decisions. An Iowa State Extension field agronomist says farmers might need to be more aggressive in their approach.
Dry conditions spurred by La Nina weighed on areas of the Corn Belt in 2022. As La Nina fades, and El Nino starts to make a return, meteorologists say the weather shift could also signal better crop production in 2023.
The updated Seasonal Drought Outlook for the U.S. is painting a grim picture for many drought-plagued areas of the Plains, but forecasters also expect drought to improve in parts of Nebraska and Iowa.
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.
Potassium (K) is a fascinating macronutrient. In corn, it sets the stage for a healthy and vigorous plant that produces a beautiful ear.
Jackie Applegate began her journey in 1992 as the only female chemist at a Bayer manufacturing facility in Kansas City, Mo. Since then, she’s held a variety of global roles.
By 2030, farmers will be using electricity made on their land to produce fertilizer and a diesel alternative, says Larry Kearns, founder of TrackerSled.
Farmers have reached their breaking point with dicamba. See how the Enlist® weed control system is earning their loyalty with qualified tank-mix partners, like Liberty® herbicide, to tackle herbicide-resistant weeds.