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  • Corn's wild ancestor is a grass called teosinte. (Pamela Smith)

    We'd Like To Mention

    From teosinte to today's high-yield hybrids, corn is always evolving. Understanding the crop's architectural past offers a blueprint for building greater yield, resilience and innovation.

  • (Meredith Bernard)

    Our Rural Roots

    Fall represents the culmination of months of hard work to reap the rewards of harvest.

  • (Jennifer Campbell)

    Our Rural Roots

    Stocking this unassuming snack is part of a preharvest ritual that should get more respect.

  • Modified pencil injector compression gauge (Steve Thompson)

    Ask the Mechanic

    Steve Thompson answers readers' questions about all things mechanical.

  • Katie Pratt's Frisbee-loving, perpetually joyful rescue dog, Toby (Katie Pratt)

    Our Rural Roots

    Focus on those things that you can control, and celebrate what brings you joy.

  • (Ramdan Fatoni, Getty Images)

    Ask the Vet

    Dr. Ken McMillan responds to a readers' questions about farm veterinary issues.

  • (Alexandr Musuc, Getty Images)

    Family Business Matters

    Estate tax mitigation strategies, like placing farmland in LLCs or trusts, can reduce tax burdens but may complicate family relationships through shared ownership and unclear exit strategies.

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