Farmland sales in Illinois are continuing their recent pattern of being unpredictable. Low farmer profits are the main driver of this volatility, but other factors also weigh on the marketplace.

Illinois soybeans planted reached 57% and corn planted reached 54%, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Agricultural Statistics Service.

Indiana corn and soybeans planted both reached 51%, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Agricultural Statistics Service.

The national average price for a gallon of diesel is sitting near historic highs, coming off a significant increase a week ago, but essentially flat this week, down one-tenth of a cent, at $5.639.

Grow fresh herbs to add homegrown flavor to your next homemade pizza.

As we see more solar fields dotting our rural landscape, it’s understandable to question if this is the best use of our productive Illinois land.

Raising baby chicks is a rewarding experience. It is not hard, but there are certain things you must do to keep them healthy and growing properly.

Illinois soybeans planted reached 46% and corn planted reached 38%, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Agricultural Statistics Service.

Indiana soybeans planted reached 44% and corn planted reached 42%, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Agricultural Statistics Service.