May is cystic fibrosis (CF) awareness month. One person’s diagnosis hasn’t slowed her down in the world of agriculture. Central Illinois native Elli Burris had a passion for animals and ag through her experience in 4-H and FFA at an early age, but an unexpected medical diagnosis nearly derailed her plans. “When I was a […]
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A farmer in northwest Missouri says he’s been evaluating fields to determine how much to replant following heavy rains. “We had
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Jul. corn $4.75 and 1/4, down 1 and 3/4 centsJul. soybeans $12.09 and 1/2, down 3 and 1/2 centsJul. soybean meal
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