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Spring wheat farmers in the upper Northern Plains have been battling drought all year and it has taken its toll on the new spring wheat crop.

There's more and more talk of "decoupling" -- relying less on China for some high-tech and other products -- even as U.S. agriculture recouples.

Unlike the cattle markets, there is no debate on lean hog futures as to whether the top is in.

Checking in on corn after the wind requires some patience and waiting to see if it will stand back up.

Why does it seem that sometimes rain is spotty and other times more widespread? Here are some analogies to help you visualize some of the reasons why.

U.S. spring wheat ratings as of the middle of June (week 23) and end of July (week 30) vs. the percent that July and final yields deviate from 1986-2020 trend of final yields

Rainfall received over the past week across the province is viewed as favorable for crop development for almost all crops, given the government's most recent crop condition estimates.

A number of biofuels and agriculture groups asked the Biden administration on Thursday to reject claims by oil refiners that they need relief from the Renewable Fuel Standard.

Despite little shower activity during recent weeks, soil moisture for developing winter wheat has remained quite good in Argentina and portions of southern Brazil.

Recently the Handy Devices feature from Progressive Farmer won a prestigious award. Find out more about the award, as well as how you might win some cash for your own ideas for the next Handy Devices we publish.

West Coast port problems are limiting the potential for exports of pork and other products, according to testimony Tuesday at a House Transportation Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Subcommittee hearing.

More than anything, cattlemen are looking for a sense of what the market could be in the weeks to come. Dealing with unfavorable prices is one thing, dealing with drought and high feed prices is another, but if one can lessen the chances of being blindsided by more challenges...

With storms comes the sound of running chainsaws. They are a great tool for clearing downed trees. But misused, they can be more dangerous than the storm itself.

Suspecting the market has gone higher doesn't mean you need an appraisal, but if you're looking to sell a piece of property, it might. If you're doing estate planning, refinancing or getting a divorce, an appraisal is probably necessary.