Extensive Wheat Freeze Damage Reported in the Southern Plains
Wheat is a tough crop, but it’s not invincible, Kyle Krier has learned. On the first night temperatures plunged below…
Texas Crop and Weather Report
Freeze injury in Texas wheat from late-spring frost caused losses, but most acres destined for grain production will likely recover,…
Estimates of MYA Prices for 2019 thorough 2021, Pre and Post COVID-19, Corn and Soybeans
The impact of COVD-19 on cash prices for the 2019 through 2021 marketing years is estimated. These pre and post…
Farmland Values Still Healthy
Although farm finances are tight for the fifth year in a row and the cash flow outlook is grim, farm…
Corn Planting Leaps Ahead
U.S. corn planting progress leapt ahead last week, putting this year’s pace ahead of the five-year average, USDA NASS said…
Hemp Outlook for 2020 Shows Decrease in Acres
One of the biggest hurdles for growers in Illinois’ first year permitting the cultivation of hemp had to do with…
How Bad Will Ethanol Demand Destruction Get?
Recent ethanol plant closures and production slowdowns open up the possibility of demand destruction in corn used for ethanol beyond…
Why Should You Calibrate Your Sprayer, and How?
This is the time to check the accuracy of your sprayer. While applying too little pesticide may result in ineffective…
U.S. Senators, House Members Oppose Farm Payment Limits
Bipartisan coalitions of senators and House members wrote to President Donald Trump on Thursday that the Agriculture Department’s payment limits…
Publix Is Buying Excess Milk and Producer from Farmers-and Donating it to Food Banks
Farmers around the country have been forced to dump milk and waste fresh produce as schools, restaurants and other institutions remain closed…