United Cooperative is investing in the future for our patrons and the agriculture community. United Cooperative’s 3 phase expansion project will create state-of-the-art manufacturing...
As I’m writing this, Corn and soybean plantings continue to lag behind average. The latest crop progress report shows corn plantings at 14%, vs. a year ago progress of 42%. Soybeans are just...
Corn has been in a range recently and seems comfortable in that range for the moment. Some of our domestic demand is back from last year as we have recently seen the Ethanol Industry with...
Making silage can be a dangerous time on farms. Take steps to eliminate or control hazards and keep everyone safe.
Rollovers account for about half of the approximately 200 tractor-related fatalities reported every year in the United States. Filling bunker silos and drive-over piles can pose serious risks....
This year’s price action has been one for the record books, and the year isn’t half over yet. I am writing this article three weeks before my retirement, and I keep looking for past...
Harvest is just about here! Thankfully, it is expected to be much different than our last one. Last year we dealt with poor planting, growing and harvest conditions. Then, we had to find a place...
Agriculture often brings us the unexpected. Being in the business of agriculture has always brought additional risk for those that choose this industry. The past year has really proven that to all...
Looking out your tractor window, you may worry from time to time about how you’re going to market the crops you’re growing. When is the best time to make a sale? What percent of your...