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"Knee High by the Fourth of July" is an adage used by farmers to gauge the success of field corn, not corn you consume. Corey ...
While many people may be spending the Fourth of July celebrating, one farmer in Wood County is working hard in his field.
Knee high by the Fourth of July” is not a rule by any means, but it helps farmers navigate a field of uncertainties, and it ...
Brazil’s farmers will produce a record 123.3 million metric tons of second-crop corn according to agribusiness consultancy Agroconsult. They conducted a survey of fields in key corn-producing regions.
Reuters’ Emily Schmall reported that “farmers cut their losses early this year across the U.S. wheat belt, stretching from ...
Seeds of Hope is growing sweet corn, field corn and potatoes. The organization will begin harvesting potatoes this week. In the coming weeks, the corn will be picked.
The cool, wet weather of June in north central Wisconsin has caused crop development to be a bit behind schedule.
Farmers in Livingston County are facing significant challenges this harvesting season as heavy rains and flooding have turned ...
How many times have you heard the phrase "knee-high by the Fourth of July" when referring to corn crops? What does it mean?
The Department of Agriculture (DA) expects stronger performance in the second quarter, led by improved rice and corn harvests ...