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Latest News
Preseason predictions push crop prices downward
Tuesday, May 21, 2013 12:00 PM
The market bears came out of hibernation, awakened by a bin-busting report of higher domestic and global corn, soybeans and wheat stocks.
Global crop year-end balance sheet grows
Tuesday, May 21, 2013 10:00 AM
Higher production and increased ending stocks will push season-average corn and soybean farm prices lower. The U.S. Department of Agriculture released those projections May 10 in its initial U.S. and world crop supply and demand report for the 2013-2014 marketing year.
Illinois, Indiana winter wheat acreage up
Tuesday, May 21, 2013 8:00 AM
Winter wheat production estimates are down 10 percent from 2012, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. As of May 1, the U.S. yield is forecast at 45.4 bushels per acre, down 1.8 bushels from last year.
Wet winter, spring make nitrogen carryover unlikely
Monday, May 20, 2013 1:00 PM
Extra nitrogen left in the soil after drought reduced corn yields last year has likely been lost with excess soil moisture in the winter and spring, a Purdue Extension agronomist said.
Workshops to give current information on crop development
Monday, May 20, 2013 12:30 PM
Crop producers and people involved in field scouting can learn about what to look for at different times of the growing season during two workshops offered by Purdue University.
Rural Voices
Special traits differentiate highly successful farmers
Do you know what sets the most financially successful farmers apart from the rest? I had this conversation with one of the ag bankers I know, and his answer offers good food for thought.
Maximize the yield potential of late-planted corn hybrids
Spring 2013 has been a chilly, damp contrast to 2012, when most corn was planted by May 1. The rain is welcome — the U.S. Department of Agriculture no longer considers Illinois abnormally dry, essentially signaling the drought’s end — but has spoiled plans of duplicating last year’s planting schedule.
Studies funded by checkoff pave way for transportation
Transportation is a priority for the Illinois Soybean Association. Crumbling bridges and highways and more increase costs to move our soybeans to market.
Beef production has a big impact economy in Illinois
This persistent cold and rainy weather we are having here in the Midwest does not necessarily make one think of barbecuing and other outdoor activities, but nonetheless the traditional grilling season is upon us.
Some insects can create really artistic renderings
Most people don’t think of insects as artists. However, as these six-legged creatures go about their daily lives, some end up creating things.
Field Editor Blogs
Supreme Court decision is about more than Monsanto
The timing was fortuitous for ag journalists gathering at the Monsanto campus in St. Louis earlier this week. We were there at the invitation of the company for Media Days, a follow-up to last year’s Decade of the Bean celebration.
Activity with Chicago Bears is really special experience
I know I’ve said this in a previous blog, but it happened again during a recent event I attended to gather information for a story for Illinois AgriNews. Questions such as “How did I get here?” and “Is this really happening?” were running through my mind as I stood on the playing field of Soldier Field.
High school students teach children about agriculture
For some people, once they graduate from high school, their eyes are set on what the future holds and getting as far away from their hometown and the memories connected with it as soon as possible.
Less energy now required to produce corn ethanol
Recent innovations in corn ethanol production have resulted in increased yield per bushel and less energy needed for production, according to a new study.
Bee population taking hit from mysterious disorder
The thought of a warm, homemade biscuit drizzled in golden honey is enough to put a smile on my face.
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