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"Just A Scoopful" - Jerry Nine

A calculator is still a good practical tool

  • August 29, 2025
  • By Jerry Nine
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Show me the North Star

  • August 27, 2025
  • By Trent Loos
Brent Bean

When to terminate irrigation in grain sorghum

  • August 26, 2025
  • By Brent Bean
Trent On The Loos

Ethanol not the answer to helping farmers

  • August 22, 2025
  • By Trent Loos
"Just A Scoopful" - Jerry Nine

Livestock auctions are fascinating places to visit

  • August 22, 2025
  • By Jerry Nine
Dave Bergmeier

School’s back in session—so be careful!

  • August 22, 2025
  • By Dave Bergmeier
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Farmers can thrive while navigating through water supply problems

  • August 19, 2025
  • By Mike Hemman

Despite differences in location, one thing remains steady in agriculture 

  • August 15, 2025
  • By Kylene Scott
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