Sesame plant in the field. (Photo courtesy of Equinom, Ltd.)

USDA expands crop insurance coverage for sesame nationwide 

Late spring and early summer rains have helped crops but have weeds have also benefited from the moisture. (Journal photo by Dave Bergmeier.)

Controlling mustard weeds may be key to spring crop yields, says K-State specialist 

The U.S. Drought Monitor is jointly produced by the National Drought Mitigation Center at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration. (Map courtesy of NDMC.)

Much needed rain falls in key drought areas

Trent Roberts, associate professor of soil fertility and soil testing, and senior graduate assistant Carrie Ortel, examine soybean plants for signs of nutrient deficiency. (Photo by Fred Miller, U of A System Division of Agriculture.)

New recommendations for soybean producers have potential to boost profits

Sunflower By Barbara Austin, St. John, Kansas.

Sunflower markets

Field of milo that is almost ready to harvest. (Journal photo by Jennifer Theurer.)

United Sorghum Checkoff Program board appointments announced 

Hay Markets

High Plains area hay prices November 19 2023

Cranberries (Courtesy photo)

Thanksgiving’s buoyant bitter berry boasts health benefits