As another large dust storm impacted Illinois, the conversation and questions continue about why and how to get the dust to settle and stay in the field rather than across roadways.


Learn how farmers have incorporated cover crops on their farms, lessons learned, and how these practices fit into their goals for soil health, nutrient management, and profitability.



Corn silking reached 9%, compared to 15% last year, and the five-year average of 5%. Soybeans blooming reached 21%, compared to 22% last year, and the five-year average of 13%.


Corn silking reached 2%, compared to 6% last year, and the five-year average of 4%. Soybeans blooming reached 8%, compared to 13% last year, and the five-year average of 11%.


Amid rising tensions in the Middle East, the national average price of a gallon of diesel increased for the third consecutive week, jumping 20.4 cents to $3.775 a gallon, according to U.S. Energy Information Administration data.


Farm drones can be valuable in helping farmers keep an eye on their crops through the growing season.