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Mild summer temperatures and periods of rain are suggested for corn-producing states when El Nino develops.

Despite financial struggles forcing consolidation and collaboration, farmers remain determined to continue their legacy and food production mission.

USDA has released detailed on its $1 billion aid program for specialty crop farmers, who need to report their acreage to FSA by March 13. A group representing specialty crop growers said more aid is needed and called on Congress to pass a $5 billion aid package for the...

There are mixed signals for precipitation across Brazil through the end of February, which could influence safrinha (second-crop) corn planting.

DTN's weekly average spot price for domestic distillers dried grains is unchanged versus one week ago.

Record domestic use despite high prices has resulted in the need for increased supplies (including record imports) and limited exports.

The intimidation tactics becoming all-too familiar in politics today have now reached a trusted institution in agriculture: The FFA. Enough's enough.

China has invested $300 billion on infrastructure in Latin America. The Trump administration's new National Security Strategy vows to do something about that.

Lotion fresh from the dairy farm can help show your softer side this Valentine's Day.

Christopher Burdett pleaded guilty to generating $7 million in fraudulent renewable fuel credits by vastly overstating biodiesel production, as part of Renewable Fuel Standard scheme.

Percent change in U.S. corn area & percent change in harvested area vs. harvested/planted ratio

While the corn market has reacted in a positive manner from the renewed concern about dryness in the southern half of Argentina, the sharp fall in the U.S. dollar, rise in crude oil and recent talk about a policy in favor of year-round E15, there are some technical roadblocks...

Commodities brokers advise farmers to develop disciplined grain marketing plans based on production costs, stick to price targets, seek professional guidance and utilize futures and options for effective risk management.

A G4 geomagnetic storm may degrade satellite navigation for some hours and disrupt low-frequency radio navigation. But given this is January and not the middle of spring planting, this storm if it arrives will have negligible effect on U.S. farms.