Lush wheat basks in the evening sun April 28 just north of Salina, Kansas. Local farmers say the crop needs more rain to yield well. (Photo by Tim Unruh.)

Wheat fields need rain soon

We are blessed to live in America

"Just A Scoopful" - Jerry Nine

We need to stay on top of who walks in

Recession fears felt by markets

Grasshopper (Photo by Alice Whyte, Vilas, North Carolina.)

Grasshopper story resonates with readers

Grazing livestock on cover crops is one of the most efficient ways to improve soil fertility. (Courtesy photo.)

Latest incidents should wake us all up

Calves (Journal photo by Jennifer M. Latzke)

Weekend’s assassination attempt takes center stage

(Journal photo by Kylene Scott.)

Helping out a young neighbor