It is important to take time to evaluate field conditions early in the spring, especially the soil moisture status, says Jim Henry.

Minerals are essential for normal function of sheep and deficiencies in any of them can negatively impact health and performance.

The Morrow Plots, famed in song and story, represent the oldest continuously running agricultural experiment in North America.

When we drone seeded clover on the wheat last February it had just a little green, but I was hoping it would soon look better and it does.

As growers prepare for the upcoming growing season against a backdrop of volatility, like shifting markets, unpredictable weather and accelerating technology, they’ll be faced with higher-stakes decisions and less room for error.

As days lengthen and soil temperatures begin inching upward, cool-season forages slowly wake from dormancy.

The September-seeded rye really greened up with the rain and temperatures, so some grazing may be taking place soon.

Greg and Janis Thoren are the recipients of the 2026 Illinois Leopold Conservation Award.

After a wet start to March, Indiana fields are soaked.

Indiana farmers can apply for free soil sampling through a statewide program aimed at improving nutrient management and water quality.

Maximizing ROI isn’t just about how much you apply — it’s about understanding the science behind nutrient efficiency from application to uptake.

Illinois Farm Bureau will host five Nutrient Stewardship Field Days this spring for farmers and industry partners to collaborate and discuss ongoing research and innovative approaches to nutrient stewardship.

As president of Illinois Farm Bureau, Philip Nelson aims to provide impactful advocacy for farmers in the state.

The Saving Tomorrow’s Agriculture Resources program is designed to be free, straightforward, voluntary and locally relevant.

When you understand how to optimize your crop nutrition inputs, you can improve your returns without necessarily increasing your costs.

It doesn’t get more local, organic and in-season than a backyard vegetable garden.

The blue jacket isn’t just something I talk about. It’s something I’ve lived.

AgriNews and Beck’s are proud to announce the Poynter Family of Putnam County as the 2026 Indiana Farm Family of the Year.

Regenerative agriculture is about mimicking nature’s principles, designs and patterns.

University of Illinois Extension’s online-only Crop Management Conference allows more time to plan and strategize with the resources most beneficial to today’s farms from the comfort of home.

Farmers, advisers and conservation professionals looking to sharpen their skills and further Illinois’ stewardship practices are encouraged to apply for the Illinois Sustainable Ag Partnership’s Soil Health Leadership Program which is accepting applications through March 1.

The Illinois Agri-Women organization has awarded four scholarships for females studying agriculture.

Committed to protecting Illinois’ resources and the environment through farmer-led, locally-developed programs, Illinois Farm Bureau is awarding a record 34 grants for nutrient stewardship and pollinator projects to county Farm Bureaus across the state.

The Illinois Soybean Association announced Kris Reynolds as the recipient of the 2026 Dave Rahe Excellence in Soils Consulting Award.

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins signed a memorandum to establish priorities for this year’s research and development activities funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Using feedback from a farmer survey, the Illinois Soybean Association is investing checkoff funds toward research to address those concerns.

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

Managing an adaptive grazing management system is a thinking person’s game.

January is a natural time to reflect back, think forward and set the stage for a more resilient grazing season.

A program designed to encourage farmer-to-farmer networks to improve soil health and protect water quality within Illinois’ priority watersheds enters its second year.

A farmer and resource conservationist that are part of a Farmer-Led Advances in Soil Health program team shared their experiences in a recent Illinois Nutrient Loss Reduction podcast.

The Illinois Milk Producers Association recently recognized Amy Hildebrandt and Tony, Walt and Bobby Graves for their leadership, stewardship and excellence in the dairy industry during the organization’s 2025 annual awards program.

The long days, unpredictable weather, volatile markets and rising input costs rarely factor into conversations at the grocery store or the checkout line.

With season-average corn and soybeans prices in the new year projected to remain at current levels, agronomists recommend prioritizing nutrient management to improve the bottom line.

In addition to growing food organically, Marty Travis works with numerous Illinois farmers to provide marketing and distribution services that connect them to numerous buyers.

Farmers can deduct the residual fertility value on newly purchased or inherited land. A soil analysis and records of past treatments are needed to claim the deduction.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture launched a $700 million Regenerative Pilot Program aimed at helping American farmers adopt practices that improve soil health, enhance water quality and boost long-term productivity, all while strengthening America’s food and fiber supply.

The Livingston County Soil and Water Conservation District will hold its 81st annual meeting from 8 to 10 a.m. Jan. 15 at Pontiac Elks Club, 459 Elks Club Rd.

It’s time to come inside and learn something. The Illinois Grazing Lands Coalition will be sponsoring several webinars this winter.

Farmers have options they can implement prior to the end of the year to impact the amount of taxes they will owe for 2025.

Precision Conservation Management has announced a new supply chain partnership with Kraft Heinz that will support Illinois farmers who implement in-field conservation practices like cover crops, reduced tillage and nitrogen fertilizer reductions.

Biofuels, like E15, are boosting farm businesses, improving the environment and reducing costs at the pump.

Cover crops can be planted between periods of cash crop production to improve soil health, as well as provide insect control, weed control and conserve moisture in the soil.

The Illinois Corn Growers Association announced that Laura Lant, an agronomist at Midwest Grass & Forage in Macomb, received the Mike Plumer Environmental Excellence Award at the organization’s annual meeting.

The Illinois Corn Growers Association and Precision Conservation Management presented the 2026 Randy Stauffer Stewardship Award to Whalen Farms.

Employment opportunities are strong for college graduates with degrees in food, agriculture, renewable natural resources and the environment, according to a report out Purdue University.

Having a well-written farm lease is vital in today’s farm rental marketplace.

Jim Henry explains how effective planning and decision-making now can significantly impact your success in the 2026 growing season.

As the fall harvest season comes to a close, farmers are carefully studying their balance sheets.

After college, Marcus Maier got a full-time job, but he still had the notion of joining the Army in the back of his mind.