Defying historic patterns, corn and soybean prices still going up through harvest.
USDA projects farm sector real estate debt could increase to $281.6 billion in 2020.
Lee County Farm Bureau president says irrigation smooths yield variability, opens door to seed production.
Wabash County farmers have grown food grade corn on contract for about 15 years.
LaGrange Lock and Dam operational after major maintenance project.
Corn and soybean prices continued a recent harvest rally.
The river market continues to lead basis improvement.
Chicago wheat passes $6/bushel, soybeans hit life-of-contracts highs.
Newer, high-yielding varieties help farmers produce more despite seasonal challenges.