Pro Farmer Crop Tour estimated a national yield of 168.1 bu. If this happens, Jon Scheve says prices will skyrocket because lower yields would decrease carryout, and demand would have to be rationed. The market seems to be disregarding the Pro Farmer estimate, though, and instead is trading something closer to the August USDA production estimate. The Pro Farmer estimates are just one part of a complicated yield puzzle.
Farmer Ground-Truths Numbers on Wide Rows, Low Pops and Profitability
How low and wide can a farmer go? 30,000 seeds per acre, or a lean 20,000, or even a bare bones 5,000 on 60” rows, and still maintain profit levels? Across three years of ongoing field trials, Thomas Hairston is turning wide-row crop speculation into action on his farm.
Unverferth Marks 25 Years of Brent Avalanche Grain Carts, Introduces New 98 Series
To celebrate the milestone, Unverferth introduces the 98 series spanning five models: 2598 (2,500 bu.), 2098 (2,000 bu.), 1598 (1,500 bu.) 1398 (1,300 bu.), and 1198 (1,000 bu.).
Sample Agenda for a Farm Weekly Leadership Meeting
From promoting teamwork to identifying problems early, a weekly leadership meeting can improve the trajectory of your family business. The consistency and communication they foster can help your farm in its transition journey.
Expect to see some changes in the drought monitor when it is released later today. Meteorologist Matt Yarosewick has an update on some key areas to watch.
