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No-Tillers Keep Their Noses Above Water

From highs to lows, No-Till Farmer readers adjusted to a weakening U.S. ag economy during the last decade by cutting expenses to maintain slim profits.

By Darrell Bruggink posted on March 10, 2018

A lot can happen over 10 years. In the spring of 2008, George W. Bush was the President of the U.S. and the U.S. economy was humming along. It was only several months later that the real estate market and economy collapsed.

Assessing the Potential for Higher Corn Prices

November 4, 2016 | Posted in Seeding & Planting

Source: University of Illinois

University of Illinois economist Darrel Good discusses what needs to take place in the market for corn prices to increase above $4 per bushel in 2017.

Cutting $100 per Acre in Corn, Soybeans

November 20, 2015 | Posted in Equipment

Source: farmdoc daily

In response to an earlier article about cost reductions of $100 per acre, a University of Illinois ag economist answers some questions about this recommendation.

Abundant Corn, Soybean Crops Expected Again

August 12, 2014

Source: Purdue University

The federal government expects the nation to grow bumper crops of corn and soybeans for the second consecutive year, adding to already adequate supplies but further holding down prices farmers will get for their productivity.

Continued Support For Corn Prices

December 3, 2012 | Posted in Seeding & Planting

Source: By Darrell Good, Agricultural Economist, University of Illinois

Corn prices peaked in August, moved sharply lower in September, and have been in a sideways pattern over the past two months.

Will Corn Price Swings Continue?

January 26, 2012 | Posted in Seeding & Planting

Source: By Darrel Good, University of Illinois

Since early October, corn prices have bounced in a wide trading range. March 2012 futures have traded between about $5.75 and $6.75 while December 2012 futures have been between about $5.35 and $6.20.

Planting Conditions Improve, Grain Futures Trade Mixed

By John Dobberstein posted on June 14, 2011 | Posted in Seeding & Planting

Corn prices dipped Tuesday after the USDA released its weekly Crop Progress report showing showed planting conditions improved last week for many states.

Corn Inventories Tighten Even More For 2012

June 9, 2011 | Posted in Seeding & Planting

Source: Associated Press

Corn prices surged Thursday after the government lowered its estimate for this summer's crop and predicted global inventories will remain tight in 2012.

Corn Market Continues To Focus On Production Prospects

May 30, 2011 | Posted in Seeding & Planting

Source: University of Illinois

Two weeks ago, corn prices were declining rapidly and we pondered the likelihood of a recovery similar to those of September 2010, November 2010, and March 2011.

Study To Look At New N Fertilizer Rates For Corn

January 3, 2011 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Nutrient Management

Source: Farm & Ranch Guide

oger Ashley, North Dakota State University Extension agronomist at the Dickinson Research Extension Center, said NDSU is currently working on new nitrogen recommendations for corn.

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