Successful Farming

Get insight and insider information on the world of agriculture in every issue of Successful Farming. From corn and soybeans to wheat and livestock, you’ll find helpful solutions to navigate the U.S. agriculture industry. Farmers and ranchers have turned to Successful Farming for more than 100 years to get sustainable advice on land, soil, markets, and more.

A LOYAL, HAPPY FAMILY • After my version of “40 seasons,” it’s a time of transition.

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THEY SAID IT

CRAIG HILL • The 10-year president of the Iowa Farm Bureau passes the torch onward.

CARBON CRAZE

JEFF ROWE • Lifelong learning guides Syngenta Crop Protection global president.

LOOKING FOR SHELTER • Bayer seeks Supreme Court shield against Roundup lawsuits.

MAXIMIZING FARM DATA • To remain competitive, producers must harness and use generated data to their advantage.

TODAY’S CHALLENGES FOR GRAIN FARMERS • How six producers are dealing with inflation and supply chain issues.

DECIDING WHEN TO SELL • Avoid being locked into grain sales in late August.

TWO BUCKETS AND A PLAN • Problem: How can we offset land vs. non-farm assets between heirs when values constantly change?

HARVEST OUTLOOK • Out-of-sync weather could make corn harvest challenging.

SEARCHING FOR LIKE-NEW COMBINES? • This solid sellers’ market means asking prices are solid as well.

INGENIOUS TOOLS & SHOP SUPPLIES • We searched for the latest tool and shop supply innovations and advances.

CONQUERING COVER CROPS • Farmer and landlord navigate on-farm trials to create a field of agronomic dreams.

BOOMING BIOLOGICALS • Ancient technology fits into modern agriculture.

GREAT (CARBON) EXPECTATIONS • Carbon is a promising new market for farmers. However, hurdles exist.

TIPS TO PROTECT STORED GRAIN • Check your grain correctly and safely.

TEAMWORK WORKS • THIS 130-YEAR-OLD FARM SPANS JUST THREE GENERATIONS.

OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS • A high school class turned one student into a first-generation farmer and business owner.

SOW BODY CONDITION • Proper evaluation is worth the effort.

REASON FOR COMMON INJURY IS EASILY MISSED • The whole-body vibration caused by continuously driving tractors and other equipment can lead to a host of maladies.

SICKLE MOWER ATTACHES TO SKID STEER • Idea of the Month: Operator gets grandstand view of mower plus advantages of short wheelbase.

WHEN SUPER SINGLE TIRES ARE SUPER • The high-flotation advantage of superwide tires is most pronounced on planter tractors and combines.

LIFE IN AG

TRICK OUT YOUR TRUCK • These accessories will improve the performance and enhance the looks of your pickup.

NO-TILLING IN NORTH COUNTRY • Experimenting with no-till and cover crops yields success in a North Dakota setting.

PRESERVING GRASSLANDS • Converting marginal cropland to grass yields soil carbon and other benefits.

CRP AND BEEKEEPING • USDA program encourages pollinator habitat.