On this year's wheat tour, I found a 114-year-old newspaper article about the first ever meeting on corn production, and in it, Kansas's agriculture secretary said a few things that still ring true today.
On this year's wheat tour, I found a 114-year-old newspaper article about the first ever meeting on corn production, and in it, Kansas's agriculture secretary said a few things that still ring true today.
The national average cash basis levels for corn and soybeans strengthened two cents, indicating commercials need to get corn out of farmers' bins.
A steady national average cash corn basis amid a sharp rally in the future market may indicate that some of the rumored sales to China are old-crop corn.
The national average basis for corn and soybeans firmed at the end of last week.
The national average cash price for corn mirrored the futures market, indicating merchandisers remain bullish.
Basis markets were as quite as futures yesterday, which could indicate that demand is slowing down.
A Republican congressman is asking others representatives to sign a letter petitioning Attorney General Eric Holder to hand the criminal investigation of MF Global over to an independent investigator, citing several potential conflicts of interest.
National average basis levels for corn and soybeans firmed alongside Tuesday's futures market gains, indicating continued strong demand.
It's easy to forget what the U.S. gave up by waiting too long to pass the U.S.-Colombia free trade agreement.
CME Group's decision to expand electronic trading hours really didn't surprise anyone, but it's raised questions about report releases, cash market implications and how companies like DTN will cover the markets.
CME Group's decision to expand electronic trading hours really didn't surprise anyone, but it's raised questions about report releases, cash market implications and how companies like DTN will cover the markets.
The national average corn basis strengthened 2 cents, indicating renewed interest from merchandisers.
Cash prices were higher for corn, soybeans and wheat Monday.
Cash prices were lower for corn, soybeans and wheat Tuesday week.
National average cash prices increased more than the underlying futures contracts yesterday and basis for corn, soybeans and spring wheat improved accordingly.
The condition of winter wheat declined last week, prompting a discussion of whether or not it's due to hot and dry weather or the "browning effect" that happens as wheat approaches harvest.
Cash prices were lower for corn, soybeans and wheat Tuesday.
The national average cash basis has firmed to 13 cents over the July futures contract.
This 44-year yield chart was developed after removing the top 3 percent and bottom 3 percent of data - The result shows a true average of 11.4 bu/A yield increase attributable to the use of AGROTAIN(r) nitrogen stabilizer.
AGROTAIN and the Seven Wonders of the Corn Yield World
SUPERU nitrogen stabilized fertilizer is identifiable by its blue color.
SUPERU stabilized nitrogen fertilizer can be broadcast faster and more efficiently than other practices.
Here are a few bugs a crop consultant says could be bad this year (photos courtesy Aaron Steffen).
Broadcasting urea treated with AGROTAIN has been shown to be an effective and efficient way to fertilize more acres in less time in the spring.
Don’t let stress take you by surprise. A plant hormone imbalance due to stress will reduce yields. As the growing season progresses control ethylene and plant stress from climate extremes and herbicide damage with StollerUSA’s Bio-Forge.
Stabilizing UAN (liquid nitrogen) with AGROTAIN PLUS nitrogen stabilizer makes top dressing an efficient, effective and convenient process.
Sites are set on 75-bushel spring wheat in Manitoba.
Spring wheat vigor pushes up North Dakota yields.
Cover cropping and soil quality aren't new to Dave Brandt, but he's still finding new benefits.
A new nitrogen-management tool from Cornell University promises to take some of the guesswork out of choosing nitrogen rates.
You'll likely deal with more volatile climate in the future. Here are some ways to cope with it.
American corn growers will gain from a developing world that needs feed grain, but watching your competitors is getting more complicated.
When applied, fungicides can be a profitable opportunity. However, be sure their use is justified.
Take care of your young corn crop by keeping these factors & variables in mind.
