Tinkering with CRP could be costly
When Farm Journal’s late staff economist John Marten explained the-then new Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) in the mid-1980s, he did so with a clever...
Hazard A Guess: Week of July 17, 2008
Each week Farm and Dairy challenges readers to identify a small tool or gadget.
Corn Cob Shakers and Joyful Noisemakers
I typed this week's column in an overstuffed chair in our adult Sunday school room. Upbeat feelings inspired me as the sounds of Bible...
Who wins in world trade deals?
Can anyone explain why the biggest haters of the "nanny state" are also the biggest supporters of the biggest nanny the world has ever created?
Who will manage your farm tomorrow?
It's never too early to start thinking about who will take over your farm's management responsibilities.
Enjoying two- and four-legged friends
"A funny thing happened on the way to ..." and it should continue "the Forum", but in this case, it was the recycling center.Happily,...
The Galapagos Islands adventure continues
A cruise of the Galapagos Islands takes on a life of its own. Each day is a series of highlights that satisfy even the...
Watching the corn crash in Chicago
What a difference a few days make! I have said that before and I probably will again.
A few days in the corn markets...
Clearing some things up
Hi again,
In last week’s article, I mentioned that qualifying for the Quality Loss Program required certain actions on behalf of producers. I wanted to...
Little less talk, a lot more action
Summertime and the living is easy? Think again.
Exactly one month into summer vacation, my ears are abuzz with the lament of parents across...
