Cotton was up; corn, wheat, and soybeans were mixed for the week. December corn has been trading sideways since July 21 in a range of $3.60 to $3.85 per bushel. Yield estimates from the Midwest Crop Tour for corn have been above 2013 yields with the exception of South Dakota (2014:152 bpa vs. 2013:161 bpa) and Minnesota (2014:170 bpa vs. 2013:181 bpa). Continue reading at Tennessee Market Highlights
As reported by NASS on August 18, 2014
DRY WEATHER PERSISTS OVER SOUTHERN MIDDLE TENNESSEE
While rains and cooler temperatures occurred throughout most other parts of the state, dry conditions continued in the southern parts of Middle Tennessee, causing stress on row crops and pastures. Statewide, insect pressure increased slightly, but still remained light compared to historic levels. Lower night-time temperatures slowed cotton progress. Continue reading at Crop Progress 8 17 14.
Comments on the August 12, 2014 USDA World Supply & Demand Estimates including an update on the Profitability Outlook have been posted at USDA WASDE & Profitability Outlook .
UT Institute of Agriculture to co-host Farm Bill Information Sessions
Four meetings to be held across the state
JACKSON, Tenn. – The Agricultural Act of 2014, more commonly known as the Farm Bill, contains many changes that will affect producers. The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture along with Farm Credit Mid-America, Tennessee Soybean Association and Tennessee Farm Bureau are hosting a series of Farm Bill Information Sessions to help producers navigate through the complexities of the new legislation and make informed decisions for their farming operations. Continue reading
As reported by NASS on August 11, 2014
LATE-WEEK RAINS HELP CROPS
Farmers welcomed much-needed rains at the end of last week. These rains provided a shot in the arm to soybeans, corn and pastures. High temperatures early in the week assisted cotton growth. These same high temperatures caused some stress in cattle. Hay producers took advantage of the dry weather early in the week until they were forced out of the fields by rain. Continue reading at Crop Progress 8 10 14.
Soybeans, wheat, and cotton were up; corn was mixed for the week. Corn prices traded mostly sideways for a second straight week. The Crop Production and WASDE reports on August 12th will be watched very closely for any yield adjustments. Continue reading at Tennessee Market Highlights.
It’s August. And though cool, wet weather in some areas delayed crop progress this season, many growers are now shifting to harvest mode. While there is maybe a little lull before harvest, review management duties as you get ready for harvest. Continue reading at Southeast Farm Press.