Is An Economic Recession Ahead?

The U.S. economy is on the longest economic expansion in history, but growth is slowing, says Christian Lawrence, senior market strategist with Rabobank.

Dialing In Conservation Tillage

After a couple years trying out different experiments, Mike Langseth landed at strip-till for his corn and no-till for his soybeans. And the only thing he spent money on was a nice set of floating row cleaners for the planter.

Is Hemp a Good Fit for Your Farm?

Hemp production is gaining traction on U.S. farms. To support those efforts, Farm Journal has launched a series of Hemp Colleges in 2020 to help growers learn agronomic practices, identify market opportunities and know the legal ins-and-outs for the crop in their state and nationally. Register for one near you today.

How to Achieve Record Corn Yields: Start the Crop Right

For the past six years, Middletown, Md. farmer Drew Haines has sought 400+ bu. corn yields. This year, he finally achieved his lofty goal.

How To Start the Conservation Discussion on Rented Ground

While farmers might understand the benefits of sustainable practices such as no-till and cover crops, not all landlords will. Here are a few tips from farmers on how to start the conversation with landowners.

Join our $100 Ideas Club

Think you have an idea worth $100 – or even $200? Submit it here! Upon publication in Farm Journal, the Double Your Money winner receives $200. Other farmers featured receive $100 each.

Dan Anderson: Don’t Let Broken Bolts Ruin Your Day

Profanity is often the first impulse after breaking a bolt. I completely understand. After that, try these ideas.

The Truth About the Hemp Industry

Hemp industry success sounds simple but proceed with caution. We’ve debunked five hemp myths that have been circulating the industry.

China’s Second Largest Pig Farmer Rakes in the Profit

China’s second largest pig farmer, Muyuan Foods Co Ltd, reported on Wednesday that full-year profits for 2019 jumped more than 1,000% to $869.8 million due to record hog prices caused by a drop in supply from the devastating African swine fever (ASF) outbreak.

Delaware County, IN

To those of you that have said it's time to quit, retire or give the reigns over to younger producers, I just want to THANK YOU for all the many years of dedication to agriculture. I know when I started 48 years ago, I was not promised the journey would be easy. I'm sure you have endured both the good and the bad, but I'm guessing you're glad you had the chance to be a farmer. You have been an asset to your family and community. It's amazing to me that a long career can easily be forgotten (by others) once you are no longer involved in an active role. Too each and everyone of you that have chosen to leave your position as an active producer, let me say that you are appreciated! May you and your family be blessed by God as you experience new opportunities! Thank you for being part of the agricultural story!

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