Agriculture has always depended on careful planning, observation, and timing, but today’s farmers have access to far more ...

Studying corn, understanding its nutrient and water needs, and taking a timely approach to agronomic practices builds crop yields, says this south-Georgia farmer. In Randy Dowdy’s experience, good ...

Scouting is a critical component of integrated pest management for soybeans — you need to know which pests are present to effectively manage them. Careful scouting for pests — both harmful and ...

A study led by researchers at the Agroecosystem Sustainability Center (ASC) at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign quantifies the soil organic carbon (SOC) benefits from cover crops in ...

Rodents represent a significant challenge in rice crop systems, detrimentally affecting yields and food security worldwide. The pervasive nature of rodent pests in rice fields leads to both ...

Cover crops play an important role in protecting the soil and water when cash crops like corn or soybean are not actively growing. The National Conservation Service promoted the use of cover crops ...

As the growing season approaches, staying informed about the latest herbicide innovations is essential for effective crop management and maximizing yield. The agricultural landscape continues to ...

In the pre-COVID years, crop producers throughout Indiana may remember Purdue’s Crop Management Workshops held at various locations throughout the state during a cold week in late January. John ...

STARKVILLE, Miss.—As planting season begins, farmers are testing their soil to determine the nutrients needed to grow their crop. Mississippi State scientists and colleagues from nearly 50 ...

For nearly 100 years, the history of the farm bill largely tracks the history of food production in the United States as the legislation has evolved to meet the needs of farmers and consumers alike.

HUTCHINSON — The 2024 Crop Management Input Seminar is set for Tuesday, Dec. 5, at the Crow River Winery near Hutchinson. This event will run from 8:30 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. and includes light breakfast ...