Diesel costs raise concerns ahead of 2027 loan renewals
An ag lender says adjusting cash flow projections could help eliminate some margin uncertainty for 2027. Barry Benson with First National Bank of Omaha says skyrocketing diesel prices continue […]
An October “look & feel” across much of the Heartland; still unsettled across parts of the Corn Belt
Across the Corn Belt, cool, mostly cloudy weather is slowing evaporation rates in areas affected by last week’s heavy rain. Additionally, rain is falling early Tuesday in parts of the […]
A mild to warm pattern for the season returns to the Heartland; beneficial rains ahead on the Plains
Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for near- or above-normal temperatures nationwide, with the western Gulf Coast region having the greatest likelihood of experiencing unusually hot weather. Meanwhile, […]
Ag lender: Planning for the 2027 crop year starts now
An ag lending expert says early financial planning could help farmers manage economic uncertainty heading into 2027. Rudi Pitzer Perry, regional vice president of agricultural lending at Farm Credit Mid-America, […]
2026 Farm Science Review to showcase the latest ag technology and innovation for farmers
This year’s Farm Science Review is giving farmers a firsthand look at the newest innovations in agriculture. Show manager Nick Zachrich says attendees will have an opportunity to discuss how […]
Iowa DNR finalizes public land trail cam ban, goes into effect February 1, 2027
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South Dakota sees uptick in HPAI cases as fall migration begins
Highly pathogenic avian influenza cases are increasing in South Dakota as the fall migration continues. State veterinarian Dr. Mendel Miller says there have been at least six confirmations since the […]
Soaring transportation expenses are putting additional financial pressure on cattle producers
An ag economist says soaring transportation costs are adding to financial pressure for cattle producers. Josh Maples with Mississippi State University Extension says the increase comes at a particularly difficult time […]
Wet September threatens to delay harvest in Iowa
A potentially historic stretch of wet weather is expected to set harvest back in Iowa. Iowa State University Extension field agronomist Angie Rieck-Hinz covers the north-central part of the state […]
Harvest faces delays following rain across Minnesota
Recent rain is expected to stunt harvest activity across parts of Minnesota. Brad Finstad and his family grow corn and soybeans near New Ulm in the south-central part of the […]