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David Hula, the reigning world-record corn grower, says residue management at harvest sets the stage for uniform emergence next season. The combine itself is a yield-building machine when used ...

The Amish community is often admired for its simple, self-sufficient way of life. By intentionally stepping away from modern ...

Growing global demand for sustainable agriculture is driving scientists to find smarter ways to handle livestock waste. A new ...

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