Prices for every class of cattle are over-the-moon high and the only question I hear is, “When will this bubble burst?” The answer of course is, “Who knows?”

An agriculture commodity brokerage and analysis firm found fewer corn and soybean bushels than the U.S. Department of Agriculture indicated in its August estimates.

As summer turns to fall, farmers are encouraged to evaluate some of the agronomic decision that were made this year.

Farmers can complete tillage operations autonomously with John Deere technology.

Sustainea is investing $400 million to establish its first Bio-MEG monoethylene glycol industrial plant in Lafayette.

An investment in farm drainage tile can boost crop yields, reduce financial risk and ultimately increase the long-term profitability of your farm.

Tim Thompson was elected Illinois Corn Marketing Board chairman by his peers for the 2025-2026 term.

Jim Henry reminds farmers that an effective harvest order will help protect yield potential.

Across major corn-growing states, climate change is fueling conditions that make watching the corn grow a nail-biter for farmers.

A move in Brazil to suspend a soybean moratorium has scientists and environmentalists warning that losing the agreement could undermine years of progress in cutting deforestation in the Amazon.

McLean County corn yields are estimated to be above the five-year average for the second straight year.

September usually marks a turning point. Summer turns to fall, vacation turns to school and the green hope and promise of growing crops turns into the yellow and gold of harvest. This month feels different, though.

Why wouldn’t you want to farm the land in a way that builds soil biodiversity, delivers a return on investment and restores wildlife habitat?

Clay Geyer is preparing for the next chapter on the farm — harvest and the Indiana State Corn Husking Contest.

I noticed southern rust has finally made its way into northern part of Indiana. That is just one more thing to keep us on our toes in 2026.

Reed Farms will host the state and national corn husking contests this October.

Work at a new research farm dedicated to advancing the Illinois Soybean Association’s farmer-focused efforts was featured at a media event.

As corn yields continue to climb, residue management will become increasingly important.

Crop prices and trade policies remain among the top concerns across Corn Belt districts for the fourth straight Federal Reserve survey.

It’s time for Congress to act now to make critical biofuels available year-round.

Starlight Distillery in Borden received the Top Farmer-Distiller award at the 2025 Heartland Whiskey Competition.

Farm drain tiles are vitally crucial to the success of Illinois crop production. These underground drainage systems help provide good soil-based crop growing conditions by removing excess water from the soil.

A wind-and-hail storm that rolled through Lee County in north-central Illinois has reduced the yield potential for crops on William Henert’s farm.

We had some tassel wrap, which was pretty scary for a while, but most of ears filled out.

The delegates of the U.S. Grains Council elected Mark Wilson of the Illinois Corn Marketing Board as chairman of its USGC Board of Directors at its 65th annual board of delegates meeting.

Over the years we’ve explored the environmental and economic benefits of adjusting management practices to include conservation.

On the southern Illinois farm of my youth, August always meant heat, humidity and the best food of the year.

The market was anticipating a larger corn crop leading up to the crop production estimates, and that’s what the trade got — and then some — in both yield and acreage.

Shifts in planted acres and projected higher yields pushed corn and soybean ending stocks in opposite directions in the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s supply and demand estimates report.

The nation’s corn growers are projected to produce record highs in average yield and total production, according to U.S. Department of Agriculture’s first survey-based forecasts this growing season.

Jim Henry stresses the need for grain export sales.

There was some tar spot coming up in our corn, and we wanted to get on top of that before it moved up and gets too close to the ear.

The Parkers wrapped up a successful weekend at the Illinois State Fair livestock show and returned to their farm with ribbons in hand.

The new Illinois Soybean Association chair is a firm believer in achieving goals through collaboration.

The Illinois Soybean Association and Illinois Corn are teaming up at the Farm Progress Show to highlight how innovation is creating new demand, expanding markets and ensuring a sustainable, profitable future for farmers.

This year’s U.S. corn exports show just how upside down the ag export picture is for farmers and ranchers.

The Indiana Corn Marketing Council has funded life-saving rescue equipment and training for several rural fire departments this summer.

A diverse cover crop mix helps build soil organic matter, increase soil water-holding capacity and infiltration, and improve nutrient use efficiency.

Ken Ropp made his first cheese delivery of the season to Tanners Orchard.

Around 160 people attended the annual Indiana Ag Policy Summit, hosted by the Indiana Soybean Alliance’s Membership and Policy Committee and the Indiana Corn Growers Association.

President Donald Trump teased the announcement earlier, but the Coca-Cola Co. confirmed it: a cane sugar-sweetened version of the beverage maker’s trademark soda will be released in the United States this fall.

University of Illinois alumnus Eric Hodel didn’t begin his career expecting to lead one of the nation’s largest faith-based food banks.

From canning vegetables to volunteering at Taste From Indiana Farms at the Indiana State Fair, Mindy Orschell is enjoying the final few weeks of summer on — and off — the farm.

Jim Henry breaks down how late-season fertilizer impacts grain fill in corn.

As global temperatures rise under climate change, scientists are trying to better understand the effects on managed and wild bees as they pollinate crops, gather nectar, make honey and reproduce.

My father-in-law farmed in Stark County his whole life and for many years worked at the Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Service office out measuring bins and acres for the various government programs.

The Precision Technology Institute Farm kicked off its annual field days with visitors from near and far.

The pruning of roots by corn rootworms can have a significant impact on yields.

Wheat harvest is complete on Riskedal Family Farms and cover crops have been planted that will be grazed by cattle starting in September.

We’ve received 5 to 6 inches of rain starting about July 4, and they have been regular, weekly rains. The crop is taking up the water fast.