Tag: planting
Long, hot weekend fuels strong grain markets
December corn futures and July Chicago wheat futures have made new contract highs.
Planting pace frustrating, but on target
Planting has been slow this spring, but farmers are making good progress, overall.
Prices go down as the weather improves
Planting weather is here, and the markets are responding accordingly.
High-yield corn hybrids come with more variability
A hybrid with high adaptability will yield like gangbusters when planted in optimal conditions but may let farmers down in a bad year.
Wet, cold spring could lead to seedling blights in corn
Seedling blights are caused by fungi and fungal-like organisms that are prevalent when cool, wet soil conditions occur during or after planting.
No-till planter in-field checklist
Keep your no-till planter rolling in the field until the last seed drops. Here are some tips and parts to check to prevent breaking down this year.
How to prep a no-till planter part 2
Not quite ready to leave the shop yet with your no-till planter? Here are a few more tips before you hit the ground running.
How to prep a no-till planter
Whether you have been no-till planting for years or trying it for the first time, here are some things to check before the planter leaves the shop.
Soybeans edge out corn in 2018 planting intentions
U.S. farmers expect to plant more soybeans than corn this spring, according to the USDA's Prospective Plantings report.
5 tips for a strong growing season
Growing a high-quality corn silage crop starts at day one. Now is the best time for producers to build a plan for the upcoming growing season.
