The politics of being ag apolitical
Alan Guebert digs into the widely held belief that if you want to get ahead in farm group politics, you can't be political.
Volatility is still the biggest factor in grain markets
Marlin Clark explains the conflicting fundamentals in the grain markets that have caused the recent volatility.
Helping hellbenders thrive in their habitat
Eastern hellbenders are the gentle giants of North American salamanders. Learn more about this endangered species and what's being done to help it.
Oats can be a good alternative forage
Oats are a good crop to consider as an alternative forage because of its flexibility as a feed, yield potential and low-cost establishment.
Old diaries show how focus on moment can change over time
Judith Sutherland uncovers an old diary and reacquaints herself with her 13-year-old mind.
Here’s what the numbers say about systemic discrimination in the USDA
Alan Guebert digs into how the USDA sent almost $24 billion to farmers over two years, but socially disadvantaged farmers received next to nothing.
Children are beneficiaries of ‘treasures’
As her children begin furnishing their new apartments, Kym Seabolt is all too eager to share the treasures she's accumulated over the years.
Take some ‘pause’ time to think about your farm, goals, community
David Marrison encourages readers to pause from the daily grind and clear their minds to think about their farms, their goals and their communities.
Make sure you keep soil nutrient management records
Soil sampling on a regular basis, nutrient management records and knowing crop removal rates are must-haves for a successful harvest.
Summer fun, tradition found among the dunes
Julie Geiss and her family return to the Outer Banks of North Carolina every year. She shares some thoughts and memories from her most recent trip.
