Deere played big role in Chicago World’s Fair
Deere & Company was heavily involved, with Charles Deere being appointed one of the two fair commissioners from Illinois.
Ask FSA Andy about farm bill programs
Hello again, friends:
It’s Monday morning and I’m regretting that I didn’t write FSA Andy on Friday. I realize it should be easy to write...
Markets struggling to hold gains
Even as producers are digging in their marketing heels, the market is actually giving back some of the gains we have seen over the last month and a half.
Keepin’ it fresh: How to store garden produce
Proper storage of produce keeps it fresh and ripe until you are ready to eat or preserve it. Storing produce in ideal conditions also improves its taste, texture and appearance.
Meet the Eastern wood-pewees
They are among the least conspicuous birds in the deciduous forest, at least visually. Eastern wood-pewees are usually heard before they're seen.
Some things are out of our control
The summer haze has combined with soggy days around this part of the Farm Belt. If weeds were worth something, we all would be rolling in money.
Pondering weighty matters
So far I really enjoy being middle aged. I know that youth is fun but wisdom is pretty great too. I know who I am. I am responsible for myself.
Clock ticking on 2016 Dairy Margin Protection Program
The Margin Protection Program replaced the Milk Income Loss Contract program and the $9.90 minimum Class III support price programs for U.S. dairy farmers.
What makes you an expert in ag?
Ah, blessed readers; they are heartwarming and hazardous, professional and profane, loving and loathing. Without them, I'm out of business; with them, I'm often hearing their business.
Market takes breather after move up
The rainy weather that has plagued farmers since the middle of May took a breather the last few days. Three or four days of sunshine and warm — but not hot — weather has perked up some corn and soybean fields.
