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Spear crops thriving in fields with timely rains

Spear crops thriving in fields with timely rains

    DRAKE, N.D. – With the official start of summer on the horizon, Scott Spear was busy in the sprayer going down his spring wheat fields spraying post-emergent herbicide when he gave his report on June 14.

    Dry spell tests patience for Rockham producer

    Dry spell tests patience for Rockham producer

    • Katelyn Winberg

    Jade Jandel farms near Rockham, S.D., where the rain gauge has offered just enough to keep hope alive and not much more.

    High Plains drought impacts planting decisions, survey shows

    High Plains drought impacts planting decisions, survey shows

    • Janelle Atyeo

    Drought conditions in the Upper Midwest worsened as farmers planted their fields this spring, causing some to shift acres away from water-hungry corn.

    Family diversifies tricentennial dairy farm

    Family diversifies tricentennial dairy farm

    • Lynnette Wright USDA

    Meet Robbie and Shannon Dygert, 13th-generation dairy farmers of Dygert Farms in Palatine Bridge, New York, an operation that has been in the family for more than 300 years. The original farmstead was deeded to the family in 1723 by the British royal family and has been run as a dairy ever s…

    After 19 years, a new life for 751

    After 19 years, a new life for 751

    • Jaclyn Wilson

    In 2007, the first iPhone was released, Netflix started streaming service, NASA successfully landed a spaceship on Mars, and 751 was born.

    Nebraska brand fees change Aug. 1

    Nebraska brand fees change Aug. 1

      Nebraska's Brand Committee is reorganizing, as directed by the Legislature. Changes include an all-new board, new director and new fees. 

      Silver Spurs 4-H Club not ready to ride into sunset yet

      Silver Spurs 4-H Club not ready to ride into sunset yet

      • Kristen Sindelar

      It’s been a long ride for the Silver Spurs 4-H Club, which got its start more than six decades ago in 1963.

      New directors bring experience, focus to South Dakota soy, pork groups

      New directors bring experience, focus to South Dakota soy, pork groups

      • Katelyn Winberg

      South Dakota's soybean and pork industries are entering a new chapter as Kevin Scott and Tina Erickson prepare to lead two of the state's largest commodity organizations, each bringing years of industry experience and a focus on supporting producers in changing markets.

      Dropping crude oil market hits oilseed sector

      Dropping crude oil market hits oilseed sector

      • By BARRY COLEMAN, Northern Canola Growers Association

      The drop in crude oil prices has caused the price of canola to fall considerably in the past two weeks, following the lead of soybean oil. Canola has dropped approximately 7 percent from recent highs while soybean oil has dropped by 10 percent. Several analysts have been expecting seasonal w…

      Lead arm-in-arm into discoveries

      Lead arm-in-arm into discoveries

      • Jason Maloney For Agri-View

      We are taught that successful people charge ahead. They are supposed to lead by taking the point. We often look to them for direction; we study their examples in history books.

      Regional shearing schools cut costs, build skills across the plains

      Regional shearing schools cut costs, build skills across the plains

      • By Marie Flanagan, Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education

      For many producers, learning to shear their own sheep has lowered their annual input costs, a major win, especially for those raising coarser-wooled breeds with tighter commercial margins.

      Eyes in the sky help farmers dial in nitrogen applications

      Eyes in the sky help farmers dial in nitrogen applications

      • Janelle Atyeo

      This time of year, farmers are deciding whether their crops would benefit from a nutrient boost, weighing yield potential against the high cost of fertilizer. A tool that monitors plant health from space is helping make those decisions easier.

      Soybean market turmoil not as dramatic as corn

      Soybean market turmoil not as dramatic as corn

      • Mark Conlon

      The uncertainties of the war with Iran and the turmoil it has caused in the world economy continues to impact grain commodity markets, including soybeans and corn.

      Choose lighter fare for cattle, microbes

      Choose lighter fare for cattle, microbes

      • Chris Hubbuch GROW

      In the King Hall greenhouse on the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus, Rebecca Smith stands amid a potted jungle of sorghum, clipping stalk segments into a plastic bin to be weighed and cataloged. Seeds, bagged and labeled, are stacked to the side. Tissue samples have been flash-frozen i…

      Building in times of volatility challenges farms

      Building in times of volatility challenges farms

      • Crystal Reed

      For farmers looking to expand their operations with storage or shop buildings, looking at finances is important especially in times of tight profit margins.

      World durum production expected to increase

      World durum production expected to increase

      • Mark Conlon

      The overall world durum situation for 2026 looks pretty promising with production forecast to potentially reach a record 1.43 billion bushels. But with the anticipated large production looming, there hasn’t been much movement in the market.

      Barn Boards and Baling Wire

      Barn Boards and Baling Wire

      • John Sumwalt For Agri-View

      It was a joy to share in the 160th anniversary celebration of the Scandinavian Prairie Church; it was a perfect summer Sunday in June. The historic rural chapel, located southeast of Bloomer, Wisconsin, is also known historically as the Scandinavian Lutheran Church.

      Auction markets help make a super cattle industry

      Auction markets help make a super cattle industry

      • Jim Woster

      Praise for our auction markets and a heartfelt poem for Father's Day from our very own Jim Woster. 

      Natural beauty anchored one-time northern Nebraska Community

      Natural beauty anchored one-time northern Nebraska Community

      • Kristen Sindelar

      Taking the scenic route has a whole new meaning when trekking through Keya Paha County in extreme northern Nebraska. Even the map alludes to the beauty of this region, with road names like “Outlaw Trail Scenic Byway” designated for portions of Highway 12.

      Iowa Barn Foundation showcases ag heritage

      Iowa Barn Foundation showcases ag heritage

      • Tim Kenyon

      The mission: Preserve historical agricultural buildings in Iowa.

      S&D numbers neutral for sunflower, planting nears completion

      S&D numbers neutral for sunflower, planting nears completion

      • Mark Conlon

      The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) came out with its latest supply and demand report in mid-June, a report which was considered neutral by many traders.

      AI tools turn farm data into decisions

      AI tools turn farm data into decisions

      • Crystal Reed

      Agriculture companies are quickly putting artificial intelligence to use to help their farmer clients make decisions on what hybrids to plant and when to apply fungicide.

      Why God made a special role for fathers

      Why God made a special role for fathers

        God made a wise decision when He decided females would serve as mothers. Men generally just can’t do mommy things as well as mommies.

        Finding the sweet spot for interseeding corn

        Finding the sweet spot for interseeding corn

        • Janelle Atyeo

        In an effort to control weeds and build healthy soils, south central Nebraska farmer Jordan Uldrich interseeded his corn rows with a cover crop mix.

        New World screwworm threat low in South Dakota, vet urges producers to monitor livestock

        New World screwworm threat low in South Dakota, vet urges producers to monitor livestock

        • By Taylor Tennant for Tri-State Neighbor

        The recent confirmation of New World screwworm in Texas has prompted increased attention across the livestock industry, but South Dakota producers should view the situation as a reason for awareness rather than alarm.

        Wheat crop off to a rough start to the 2026 growing season

        Wheat crop off to a rough start to the 2026 growing season

        • Mark Conlon

        The 2026 wheat crop got off to a rough start with delayed planting in some regions due to wet conditions, while other areas experienced drought-like conditions. And then prices started a slow slide down.

        Look to protein opportunities

        Look to protein opportunities

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        • Benjamin Herrold

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        Spirit of ’76 tractor carries deep symbolism for South Dakota farm family

        Spirit of ’76 tractor carries deep symbolism for South Dakota farm family

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        A Star-Spangled tractor proudly flying Old Glory greets travelers along U.S. Highway 212 in central South Dakota.

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        "Meaningful work extends far beyond a paycheck and becomes an expression of stewardship, service, family, faith and community."

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