While it's called the U.S. Department of Agriculture, much of the USDA budget is focused on nutritional programs. Rep. Jim Clyburn, D-S.C., argued in an interview with the New York... [Read Full Blog]

A recent UDSA study finds midsize to large corn and soybean farms are the most likely to use futures and options, although cash contracts with local buyers are by far farmers' favo... [Read Full Blog]

No bitter cold is indicated through the end of November across the U.S.

California-based Pacific Ethanol Inc., sold its grain-handling facilities at an ethanol plant in Idaho.

A recent series helps farmers stay focused on production costs and profitability. The topics include fighting SCN, increasing soybean yields, early planting, outsmarting weed resis... [Read Full Blog]

Incoming AGCO CEO Eric Hansotia talks about the future and the technology goals of the world's third largest ag machinery manufacturer.

Soon we will prepare for tax season and print off those profit/loss summaries and expense sheets that can been brutally painful. However, instead of avoiding them, it's time to div... [Read Full Blog]