Articles tagged under: corn
Brazil’s Safrinha Corn Crop Gets Bigger
Published June 29, 2025
Thanks to timely rains in April and May, Brazilian farmers are harvesting what could be a record-breaking Safrinha corn crop. Soybean and Corn Advisor agronomist Dr. Michael Cordonnier says yields are climbing, though wet weather is slowing harvest progress. “It…Legacy Seeds Joins Mustang Brand Ahead of 2026 Season
Published June 29, 2025
Mustang Seeds is growing its presence in the Upper Midwest by bringing Legacy Seeds’ corn, soybean, and alfalfa business under the Mustang brand. Regional General Manager Terry Schultz says the move brings the Legacy sales team into the Mustang network…Lakota Crops Looking Good, but Rain Needed Soon
Published June 19, 2025
Crops in the Lakota, North Dakota area are doing well, but according to Mark Huso, they could use some more moisture. "For the most part, we're pretty happy with how things look. But we certainly need some rain this week,…Pioneer Agronomy Report
Published June 11, 2025
In the Pioneer Agronomy Report, Pioneer Field Agronomist Kevin Sinner said most of the region is close to the averages for heat and moisture. The exception would be northeast North Dakota and northwest Minnesota, which have been warmer and drier…Japan Eyes More U.S. Corn in Trade Talks
Published May 12, 2025
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba suggested that increasing U.S. corn imports, particularly for ethanol and biomass use, could be part of ongoing trade negotiations with Washington. Ishiba emphasized Japan’s commitment to protecting its domestic agriculture sector, especially as pressure mounts…Perfect Weather for Planting
Published May 6, 2025
At Karlstad, Minnesota, Justin Dagen is almost done planting corn and getting ready to start seeding potatoes. "In the meantime, we're shipping seed potatoes six days a week and the process is going really well." Dagen said the weather has…Bumper Brazilian Corn and Soybean Harvest
Published April 29, 2025
With harvest nearing the finish line, Brazil is bringing in a big crop. Brazil Intel owner and ag consultant Kory Melby points to early-season rains as the catalyst. "There are a few fields left, but in general, it has been…Still Early for Corn
Published April 27, 2025
At Kulm, North Dakota, Josh Gackle started seeding barley this past week. "Soil conditions, at least for wheat and barley, I think are really good. Moisture is good for planting, but you can tell that it's dry. " It's still…Some Groundwork Happening in Fosston Area
Published April 27, 2025
Larson Seed and Agronomy owner Matt Larson is still seeing cold and wet soils in the Fosston, Minnesota area. "We did get in the field a little bit, scratched around some this past week; we do have a rig going…