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The impact of corn and soybean acres on feed costs

A livestock economist says the expected shift to more corn acres is good news for cattle producers. Josh Maples is with Mississippi State University. “Corn, of course, as a primary input for the feeding sector and for all cattle producers, plentiful supplies of corn... Read More.

USDA projects more corn and fewer soybean acres in 2025

The USDA expects farmers to plant more acres of corn and fewer acres of soybeans in 2025.  Corn planted area is projected at 95.3 million acres, up 5 percent from last year.  The numbers are above the pre-report average estimate, but within the range. ... Read More.

Farmer says winter wheat acres likely lower in South Dakota

A farmer in south-central South Dakota says there’s last minute planting decisions being made as small grain planting continues. “I hate to say it, but there’s a lot of skepticism, not a lot of optimism, because the ag economy is pretty soft.” Bryan Jorgensen... Read More.

Custom ag drone applicator increasing acres per hour

The scale and effectiveness of ag applicator drones continue to increase. Jordan Stickle with Agri-Spray Drones of Austin, Minnesota says he’s seen a significant jump since getting into the business three years ago. “My first two years I ran a DJI-T40, which had a... Read More.

Review base acres, options when getting crop insurance

A crop insurance specialist says growers need to take a closer look at crop insurance options and their base acres because some program changes might be beneficial, especially in another year with tight margins and low commodity prices.  Compeer Financial’s Mike Boen explains on... Read More.

Expectations set for fewer U.S. cotton acres

An economist with the National Cotton Council says fewer cotton acres are expected across the United States this year. “A recent economic report shows U.S. growers intend to plant 9.6 million acres, which is 14.5 percent lower than last year. We’re seeing the effects... Read More.

Crop insurance: Get the base acres right

A crop insurance specialist is urging producers to make sure the Farm Service Agency has the right base acre data. Mike Boen with Compeer Financial says, “You only get paid on 85% of your base acres, and that’s why it’s so important to know... Read More.

Iowa farmer considering more corn and fewer soybean acres

A north Iowa farmer is considering more corn acres this year. Caleb Renner of Klemme says prices are favoring corn over soybeans, but pest management is a factor. “Yeah, there are a couple genetics that make us feel really good about rootworm that have... Read More.

Looking ahead to 2025 corn and soybean acres

An ag economist says there could be an acreage shift in 2025. Matt Erickson, ag economic and policy advisor with Farm Credit Services of America, says one area he monitors is the soybean-to-corn price ratio. He says a lower ratio can indicate corn is... Read More.