Business is brisk when there's a fire sale, and there's no better example than June, July and August demand for U.S. soybeans.

It can feel like insects are as plentiful as the air we breathe, especially in stored grain. "Invisible" yet ever-present, we often fail to appreciate the impact of both forces until it's too late. But, could you use the latter to control the former? The idea may sound silly...

The U.S. corn crop had a wide variety of weather to deal with in the 2018 season. But, by the time everything was over, large yield and large total production are likely to be keyed into the spreadsheets.

Throughout the growing season, you've done everything to protect your crops from pests. It's only natural that you may want to breathe a sigh of relief now that your grain is harvested and safely stored. But, just because it's behind corrugated steel walls doesn't mean...

My kitchen takes a beating during the busy season. All right, let's be honest, it actually takes a beating year-round. It is truly the hub of this farmhouse.

Q: I have a problem with ringworm in my feeder calves when I wean them in the fall. They are fine until I wean them, so I think they are being exposed to ringworm in the corrals and barns. What can I do to stop this cycle?

The new tax law threw a curveball at the farming community by way of the "grain glitch," also known as Section 199A. Section 199A provides up to a 20% deduction on farm profits subject to certain limitations.