Mixed trade news continues to stall grain markets
News is the life-blood of grain market traders, but traders continue to operate in the dark, as few USDA reports are being released. That means ‘news’ is just speculation.
Stuck With The Weather
My wish came true. In case some of you are cursing my proposition, a week or so ago, that we have some snow, I refuse to take full blame.
Banding is helping unlock avian mysteries
Only through long-term banding efforts can scientists unlock the mysteries of avian natural history.
Summer fun with August numbers
Alan Guebert digs into the aftermath of the USDA's number-filled Crop Report and World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates, released Aug. 12.
The world’s most important food faces uncertain future
As the world heats up, rice farmers are facing never-before-seen problems that will require never-before-seen solutions that will take years to implement.
Test soil for better forage production
Soil testing provides more information to farmers so they can ensure their fields are healthy, productive and can support the land usage.
Emily Brown was a unique individual
In rare moments over the course of a lifetime, we cross paths on our journey with incredibly unique individuals. There are those who are...
Embrace the gifts that bless our lives
Columnist Judith Sutherland reflects on the thoughts of author Anna Quindlen on how to lead a happy life.
Old friends and new adventures in Richfield
Julie Geiss reunites with longtime friends and explores Richfield Heritage Preserve.
Make keeping up with advances in technology a lifelong endeavor
It's no secret that experiences define life. I've had my fair share, but I find myself continually challenged by the youth I spend time...
