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RFD Illinois
Did harvest lows arrive early in crop markets?
AgriVisor analyst suggests prices may already be on their way back up after bottoming out following Aug. 10 USDA crop report.
Crop tours project lower yields in 'I' states
Scouts find extreme variability, with corn yields ranging from 114 bushels per acre to 198 in the eastern Corn Belt. Illinois yield estimated 7 bushels below USDA's most recent figure.
It's probably at the Farm Progress Show
Plenty of new equipment launches highlight massive Decatur event. Illinois Farm Bureau plans to offer new things in its tent this year too.
Cattle report a bit friendly for prices
Analyst predicts short-term support for market, but margins continue to tighten overall.
What will wheat farmers do? Planting intentions uncertain
Weather, prices and corn and soybean harvest progress likely to be factors in wheat acreage decisions.
Water-quality practice draws curious farmers, contractors
Farmer installs bioreactor himself to remove nitrate from tile water.
Top Wheat Yield Contest entries all surpass 100-bushel mark
Clinton County farmer uses intensive management to take top spot for second year in a row.
Lines being drawn early in NAFTA talks
Elections in U.S. and Mexico next year could complicate negotiations.
Execute with Excellence: GROWMARK Celebrates 90 Years
Cooperative celebrates history while moving forward