Corn
Archer Daniels Midland said on Thursday it would restart ethanol production at two of its U.S. corn dry mills this year, as the grains trader expects demand for the biofuel to rebound from a pandemic-led slump.
When David Monk, 78, lost the best yielding corn of his life to fire, he took the loss on the chin and remained a farmer grateful for his community.
Read the latest announcements in crops and technology.
Corn needs N throughout the growing season. Plan now to make sure your crop is never lacking in it.
USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack said a Mexican plan to ban imports of GMO corn would apply to grain used for human food products, not livestock feed, based on a conversation he had with Mexican Agriculture Secretary.
While the market may look to bid for acres, Farm Journal Field Agronomist Ken Ferrie says some farmers are switching crop rotations—but their decision isn’t necessarily based on the futures price.
The acreage battle is tricky this year, with most estimates pointing to an increase in overall acres, there are some acres that can’t be switched. That’s as StoneX says farmers had a record fall applying fertilizer.
The fungicide is based on picarbutrazox and will protect corn and soybean seedlings from blight and damping-off diseases.
Following 2020’s devastating derecho in Iowa, lingering drought and recent floods, agronomists remind producers to adjust their planting decisions accordingly.
Harnessed to six-row, alternating strips of corn and soybeans, Jim Nichols boomed a 292 bu. yield average. Standing on the edge of his farmland, Nichols points upward at a carbon secret: His corn crop comes from the sky.
Can you cut your total nitrogen (N) rate if you put some on with the planter? The short answer—maybe but be careful.
Since last year, China has been importing record volumes of U.S. corn due to a supply shortage and record domestic prices.
Johnny Dickerson, an arrowhead hunting warhorse with a bootstrap tale and over 4,000 showpiece points, is a classic American individualist with no concern for conformity.
Soil density and water availability significantly impact corn development, as the Farm Journal test plots reveal.
The dollar rules, but planting decisions are often complex— even when commodities are shining.
When Sesame Street knocked, Casey Cox threw open the door on her Georgia farm and grabbed an opportunity to take U.S. agriculture to a new audience.
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The fertilizer price sticker shock is also happening with nitrogen. Ken Ferrie says nitrogen prices were already moving higher, but the Texas freeze didn’t help, as it put a further strain on production.
As farmers spring into planting preparation, they are facing sticker shock on fertilizer prices, an issue some say could last through spring.
While analysts say it’s possible, yet not likely corn prices hit $18 per bushel, there are some factors fueling the market today. It’s not just the supply and demand scenario, but also the possibility of inflation.
Here’s a look at what you can learn from the various tests available and why you need to submit samples now.
More than a year after the 10th Circuit Court issued its ruling on the small-refinery provisions within the RFS, EPA announced it’s supporting the ruling, which will put tighter restrictions on issuing such waivers.
USDA’s Ag Outlook Forum painted a brighter forecast for corn demand this year. While USDA does expect a 7% increase in production, the agency is also forecasting an increase in domestic use, as well as exports.
As USDA prepares to give its first glimpse at 2021 acreage this year, the acreage debate could be dynamic as tighter supplies will encourage planting.
The record cold this week made it feel like planting season is far off, but April 1 is less than seven weeks away. As farmers nail down planting decisions, the acreage debate is starting to heat up.
Trade seems to be taking a back seat in Washington. From COVID-19 recovery to a focus on climate, other issues are taking priority in the new White House. That’s not stopping ag groups from pushing for key trade deals.
As the substantial demand looks to be rooted in a need for feed and food, corn purchases from China may not be over yet and could be on track to hit a new record. However, actual shipments are lagging.
A month after USDA releases its final production estimates, USDA’s February report typically doesn’t provide major revisions. With possible changes to corn demand, analysts say Tuesday’s report could be different.
A far cry from this time last year, farmers are actually asking the question ‘what should I add?’ versus ‘what do I need to cut?’ With skyrocketing commodity prices, farmers have the opportunity to experiment.
China put a record number of corn purchases on the books to end January, but it’s not just China buying. This week, USDA confirmed China bought more corn from the U.S., a sign demand may be strong across the board.