The U.S. Energy Information Administration reports the national average diesel price dropped 5.2 cents from a week ago to $5.351.

Installing drainage tile is a strategic investment that maximizes yield potential and boosts net returns for both farmers and landowners.

From charter signings to banquets and everything in between, the Illinois FFA major state officers this past month have participated in a wide variety of events across the state, along with extensive convention preparation.

Illinois soybeans planted reached 36% and corn planted reached 29%, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Agricultural Statistics Service.

Indiana soybeans planted reached 35% and corn planted reached 30%, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Agricultural Statistics Service.

The luffa gourd produces mature fruit with an interesting purpose — it’s a bath sponge.

Illinois soybeans planted reached 20% and corn planted reached 13%, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Agricultural Statistics Service.

Indiana soybeans planted reached 19% and corn planted reached 14%, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Agricultural Statistics Service.

Nearly $2 higher than the same time last year, the national average diesel price dipped 20.5 cents from the previous week to $5.403, according to U.S. Energy Information Administration data.