Mild Conditions Dominate as La Niña Peaks — Forecaster
Updated weather models show a distinct pattern developing in the next month that will likely deliver precipitation to the northern half of the U.S., while the lower half of the country looks to trend mostly drier.
USDA Opens Quality Loss Adjustment Program Signup
Farmers who experienced losses in eligible crops from natural disasters in 2018 and 2019 can now seek compensation through USDA's Quality Loss Adjustment (QLA) program.
Dwarf Corn Could Sustain Yield Potential, Conserve Resources
Norman Borlaug changed the world when he developed dwarf wheat varieties that helped farmers around the world achieve new levels…
Soybean Supplies at ‘Historic’ Lows — Survey
A farmer survey conducted last month shows resounding sentiment that indicates a combination of continued strong export demand and a smaller-than-expected 2020 crop will contribute to the tightest U.S. soybean supply in years.
Corn Futures Surge Past $5 Mark, Soybean Rally Continues
Continued drought conditions in South America and resulting limitations to grain export sales there have contributed to surging corn and soybean prices in the last week, with corn futures surging past the $5/bushel mark for the March futures contract on Tuesday.
Is Electric Machinery Headed to Your Farm?
A combination of the advancement of electric vehicle (EV) technology and an expected emphasis on lowering carbon emissions in the coming years has companies — startups and longstanding heritage brands alike — exploring how to apply EV technology to the farm.
Significant Risk’ of Drought in 2021 — Meteorologist
The western and southwestern U.S., as well as parts of the Plains and western Corn Belt — just over 40%…
Fertilizer Prices Expected Lower as Production Outpaces Demand
Crop fertilizer demand worldwide pushed prices higher in 2020, but as production for things like potash increases beyond market demand, that price strength likely won't continue beyond the first few months of 2021, according to a new market report.
Equipment Tops Farmer Investment To-do Lists — Survey
With a backdrop of volatile commodity prices that are starting the year mostly trending higher, more than 37% of farmers responding to a recent survey indicate they're considering equipment purchases in the next six months, while almost 21% say they're considering land purchases in that same timeframe.
Corn, Soybean Futures Shoot Higher; Prospects For a Long-term Rally
Overnight trading saw grain futures move sharply higher on drought and weather worries in major overseas growing regions like Argentina…