View From the Range
DTN's View From the Range series looks this time at how having a proper vaccination program helps keep good health in the cattle. Communication among employees improves the mental health of cowboys.
USDA Weekly Crop Progress Report
Nationwide, corn planting reached 6% complete and soybean planting reached 3% as of Sunday, April 14, both slightly ahead of the five-year averages. Winter wheat conditions were rated 55% good to excellent, down slightly from the previous week.
DTN Retail Fertilizer Trends
Average retail prices for all eight major fertilizers are higher compared to last month. This marks the third straight week prices for all fertilizers were up. However, only one fertilizer, UAN32, was significantly more expensive.