When farmers ask Matt Duesterhaus whether they can reduce soybean planting populations and still produce high yields, his brief answer is it depends on the specific cards in their hand. “Some of those ...

When it comes to row crops in the United States, soybeans are a major player. In 2024, farmers harvested these legumes from 86.1 million acres—that’s more than the area of Indiana, Washington, and ...

Traditionally, soybean planting has occurred after corn planting is completed. However, as Delmarva farmers explore methods to increase yield, earlier planting dates are being considered. With earlier ...

Soybean-to-corn ratio at 2.40 suggests no clear market advantage for either crop in 2026, allowing flexible planting strategies.