The USDA says Illinois farmers made significant planting progress last week. Ken Franklin grows corn and soybeans in Christian County. “I think we’re pretty happy with where we’re at.” He says, “You know, we’re sitting here right now for us about 2/3 done with beans and probably 1/3 with corn, but just kind of a […]
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A northwest Iowa farmer says he had a favorable 2025 crop year despite the presence of southern rust and tar spot
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