Chances are you've probably heard of Ken Ferrie. For 30-plus years (and counting), he's provided crop and tech expertise. He's a teacher at heart: Throw Ferrie the tiniest bone of a question, and expect a meal. Farm Journal's Chris Bennett crafts a biography of sorts to learn a bit more about the farm legend in the making.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has been dredging the river 24 hours a day, 7 days a week since July but hopes to finish very soon.

Vilsack said USDA believes there are more options for farmers other than “get big or get out. There’s got to be a system in which the many and most have a fair shot."

If you're planning to host a Super Bowl party, there's a little good news this year about the cost of some popular snacks. Details in today's AgDay Minute.