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The farm economy is at a crossroads. High costs and negative margins are driving record government payments, but economists say innovation, lower costs and new demand are key to restoring profitability.

From sulfur and nitrogen deficiencies to silk-clipping beetles, Ken Ferrie breaks down what farmers need to address now in ponded, replanted and unevenly developing fields.

Early Friday cattle utures tried to stage an early recovery but it was short lived as funds have been selling every rally. Scott Varilek with Kooima Kooima Varilek says his fear is the high is in the cattle market.

The EPA says the changes will still deliver nearly 90% of the pollution reductions while saving an estimated $12 billion, though environmental groups warn the rollback will increase health harms.

Corn and soybeans were lower on Thursday seeing further consolidation after hitting chart resistance and with the WASDE on Friday.

Two Midwest farmers report they are ready to treat corn acres, but uneven stands and tight margins cause hesitation for soybean applications.

From unseen air-quality hazards to 1,000‑pound pull forces, grain bins stack the odds against untrained rescuers, says firefighter Dave Newcomb. He tells farmers how they can respond better and offers four steps to take.

Grain markets were lower on Wednesday and to start Thursday, seeing profit taking after hitting key chart resistance and with cooler, wetter extended weather forecast for the Midwest. That’s according to Randy Martinson with Martinson Ag.

Live cattle futures were lower again on Wednesday and have spent several consecutive days under the 100-day moving average. Brad Kooima with Kooima Kooima Varilek says it is looking like more than a healthy correction.

Under a 10-year settlement, farmers gain the same capabilities as dealers to reset fault codes, pair electronic components and bypass emissions-related shutdowns.