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SCHLESWIG, Iowa — A machinery breakdown stopped Brian Sieren as he neared the end of soybean harvest.
Harvest was moving quickly during this year's Illinois Farmer Today Harvest Survey.
EMERSON, Iowa — A brief shower Oct. 13 pushed farmers out of the field, but not for long.
Our eyes are something a lot of us take for granted. We get up every morning, expecting to open our eyes with clear vision, with very little consideration toward how vulnerable our eyes can be throughout the day.
Analysts expected an increase in feedlot inventory in the latest USDA report, but instead inventory was down. The Livestock Marketing Information Center said the inventory decline was nearly half a percent.
World leadership changes and the U.S. midterm election are affecting commodity markets.
Well, it’s that time of the year again when the cows come home.
 "The more of the world I’ve seen, the more I’ve appreciated where I come from."
A family farm may be worth millions on paper, but that doesn't mean the farming heir can afford to buy out every sibling at market value.
How much nitrogen should I apply to my cornfields? With the price of fertilizer these days, that’s the million-dollar question.
Two highly involved Holt County 4-H’ers participated in a Q&A for Midwest Messenger to share about their favorite 4-H projects: Rachel Krysl turning her love for her dog into a quilt, and Case Shane competing and volunteering with shooting sports.
Genetic testing can help improve bottom line. Meet Jeff Hale and learn how he improved his herd.Â
When organic corn and soybean farmer Jacob Leopold saw Old School Manufacturing’s new interrow row crop weed zapper on Facebook, he knew he wanted to try it out on his family’s organic farm in northwest Ohio. One phone call later, Leopold Family Farms, where Jacob farms with his father Jim a…
Nature has painted idle silos in southern Wisconsin, and elsewhere, with autumn’s colors displayed by the compound leaves of Virginia creeper vines.
Manure spills can happen despite the best prevention efforts. Understanding response procedures and reporting requirements can help safeguard water quality and reduce liability.
Calving is a natural part of cattle production, but some deliveries require extra help. Producers and veterinarians can work together in anticipation of potential complications and in responding when labor does not progress as expected. There are benefits of working with a veterinarian to pr…
SYRACUSE, N.Y. – Organizers of this year’s American Dairy XPO say the event’s trade show is 95 percent sold out. Taking place Nov. 4-5 in the Exposition Center at the New York State Fairgrounds in Syracuse, the event brings together the technologies, expertise and industry partnerships neede…
Fired Up defends title at International Milking Shorthorn Show
Our eyes are something a lot of us take for granted. We get up every morning, expecting to open our eyes with clear vision, with very little consideration toward how vulnerable our eyes can be throughout the day.
Analysts expected an increase in feedlot inventory in the latest USDA report, but instead inventory was down. The Livestock Marketing Information Center said the inventory decline was nearly half a percent.
World leadership changes and the U.S. midterm election are affecting commodity markets.
FAIRMOUNT, Ill. — A dry stretch meant good harvest weather in eastern Illinois, but farm equipment doesn’t always cooperate.
BLUE MOUND, Ill. — In early October, central Illinois farmer Ryan Damery was halfway through a promising soybean harvest.
VICTORIA, Ill. — With frequent rains and equipment breakdowns, Jay West of Knox County, Illinois, was only 15% into harvest Oct. 6 and waiting on parts for a repair while one machine was up and running.
Drivers on Highway 18 along South Dakota’s southern border will see one happy harvest crew, made up of more than 40 scarecrows.
Corn harvest is about 30% done, but rain this week will keep the combine in the shed for a while.
 "The more of the world I’ve seen, the more I’ve appreciated where I come from."
Swath grazing can be a great option for producers looking to reduce winter feed costs, particularly the cost and labor associated with hauling feed to cattle.
A new educational series at South Dakota State University’s Cottonwood Field Station near Philip, South Dakota, will cover livestock and rangeland management issues.
Starting in this issue, you'll notice some articles and columns focused on the future. Tri-State Neighbor is launching a series on beginning farmers called the Road Ahead.
BISMARCK, N.D. – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) in North Dakota has announced additional eligible practices for farmers participating in the Regenerative Pilot Program in fiscal year 2027, providing local agricultural producers with more opportunities to adopt conservation systems…
DRAKE, N.D. – With soybeans finished, the Spears are preparing their John Deere combines for corn – the final harvest of a mostly dry growing season.
BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Beef Commission (NDBC) is accepting applications from North Dakota FFA juniors and seniors for its Next Generation Beef Producer Pilot Program, designed to develop the next generation of beef producers and introduce students to the different segments of the …
North Dakota planted a record 2.25 million acres of canola this year, according to the most recent Farm Service Agency data, yet the USDA’s Oct. 9 crop production report indicated acres were 2.33 million, a difference of 80,000 acres. The USDA forecasts 5.4 billion pounds of canola productio…
A family farm may be worth millions on paper, but that doesn't mean the farming heir can afford to buy out every sibling at market value.
Although China hasn’t yet reached its goal of purchasing 25 million metric tons (MMT) of U.S. soybeans for this market year, it continues to make purchases and is getting closer. The problem is that the soybean market has been slow to react.
Our eyes are something a lot of us take for granted. We get up every morning, expecting to open our eyes with clear vision, with very little consideration toward how vulnerable our eyes can be throughout the day.
Analysts expected an increase in feedlot inventory in the latest USDA report, but instead inventory was down. The Livestock Marketing Information Center said the inventory decline was nearly half a percent.
World leadership changes and the U.S. midterm election are affecting commodity markets.
After wild swings for fuel and input costs in 2026, average rental rates are expected to be roughly flat to slightly higher heading into 2027.
Tim Reinbott has worked in several roles for the University of Missouri during his career in ag research and education, including work with MU’s ag college, Extension and serving as superintendent for the Bradford Research Center.
This column responds to a common complaint of women married to work-driven farmers who neglect important family responsibilities in their quest to make their agricultural enterprise successful.
Montana FFA members recently returned from participation at the National FFA Convention and Expo held in Indianapolis, Ind. Approximately 600 Montana students attended the convention where they engaged in competitions, leadership workshops, tours and educational seminars. This annual event a…
INVERNESS, Mont. – And just like that, the 2026 production year is starting to draw to a close. By the middle of October, Hi-Line farmer Stine-Lise Decker and her father were happy to finally be able to park the combine for the year. They wrapped up their production year by harvesting safflo…
North Dakota planted a record 2.25 million acres of canola this year, according to the most recent Farm Service Agency data, yet the USDA’s Oct. 9 crop production report indicated acres were 2.33 million, a difference of 80,000 acres. The USDA forecasts 5.4 billion pounds of canola productio…
A family farm may be worth millions on paper, but that doesn't mean the farming heir can afford to buy out every sibling at market value.
One could look back over the past several weeks and read about the durum market and it wouldn’t look much different week to week … and neither would prices.
Good weather conditions this month have provided producers with an opportunity to make good progress on the 2026 sunflower harvest.
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