Midwest (U.S.)
Record heat, a rare Pacific hurricane triplet, and a wobbly South American monsoon are the latest signs of a historic El Niño, and Nutrien’s Eric Snodgrass says it’s about to squeeze this fall’s harvest window, too.
Research from Michigan State University links an early seeding window and 5‑inch row spacing with more wheat heads per square meter and double‑digit bushel gains.
Whether it’s 2,700 wolves in Minnesota or 70 in California, ranchers report similar challenges — predators targeting livestock, limited management authority, and compensation programs some say don’t solve the underlying problem.
Heavy rains and hail have triggered widespread nutrient deficiencies, disease pressure and weed threats in parts of Illinois, Iowa and other states. Field Agronomist Ken Ferrie outlines some strategies for farmers looking to salvage their corn and soybeans.
Matt McCarthy just started planting this week. He kicks off our Plant Your Independence Tour. Our team will follow 6 Midwestern growers through the planting season and make a stop at a different farm each week.
Beetle capture data reveals pest numbers are rising, with 31% of sampled fields exceeding economic thresholds.
Find out which used farm equipment sales made headlines as Pete’s Pick of the Week and get the latest auction market insights straight from from Machinery Pete, plus an upcoming auction with a big lot of used skid steers.
Whether you’re putting away the combine until next fall or getting the tractor ready to plow snow, there are several preventative maintenance practices farm machinery experts recommend to get through the long winter.