Successful Farming

Get insight and insider information on the world of agriculture in every issue of Successful Farming. From corn and soybeans to wheat and livestock, you’ll find helpful solutions to navigate the U.S. agriculture industry. Farmers and ranchers have turned to Successful Farming for more than 100 years to get sustainable advice on land, soil, markets, and more. Frequency of all magazines subject to change without notice.

Inside Jon Kinzenbaw’s Legendary Tractor Collection

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Anatomy of a Dinner Roll • American farms produce essential ingredients for this thanksgiving staple.

They Said It

Corteva to Split Into Two Companies

Making Decisions in Uncertain Times • The key: Have a plan (and use it).

Eyes in the Sky, and in the Barn • New technologies offer increased hands-off cattle management.

How to Support Up-and-Coming Agriculturists • With startup costs on the rise, a study conducted by the Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers provides insights on the obstacles facing tomorrow’s farmers.

Perennial Cover Crops • Is perennial ground cover a good alternative to annual cover crops?

Cottonseed: A Valuable Resource • Before the cotton gin was invented, excess cottonseed was often left to rot. Today it has many uses, from feed to cosmetics.

Managing Mastitis • Non-antibiotic product helps manage dairy herd mastitis issues.

Tim Dahl • This Minnesota agronomist turns challenges into opportunities.

Torque Wrench Buyer’s Guide • Torque wrench tips for tractor restoration projects.

Wisconsin Farmland Sells for More Than $23,000 Per Acre

Offseason Care Pays Off • Follow these seven steps to winterize your equipment now — saving time, money, and headaches next spring.

LIFE in Ag • From the Archives: LIFE magazine debuted Nov. 23, 1936, as the first dedicated photography magazine in the United States. Since then, the publication has been known for stunning photographs depicting all aspects of life. These images are from that collection. For more LIFE in agriculture photos, go to life.com.

Ryan Gentle • This Illinois agronomist is committed to helping farmers grow better corn.

Protect Crops From Lingering Herbicides • How to reduce the risk of herbicide carryover injury.

What Type of Tire is Best for My Farm Equipment? • When it comes to ag tires, there are many options. Let’s break down some of the differences.

The Best Time to Buy is…? • Understanding historical sales trends can help you find the best time to buy (and sell) equipment. Hint: It may not always be the last week of December!

Leveling Up Yields With Biologicals • Explore how biologicals fit into cropping systems and where they deliver the most consistent results.

Plow Through The Fine Print • Understanding agriculture’s legal side is as critical as planting and harvesting.

Choosing the Most Profitable Rotation • Broadening your choice of crops could offer financial benefits.

Funding Pork Sustainability • Pork producers can get paid for adopting sustainable practices.

Get to Know Your Bull • Winter is your bull’s offseason, so now is the time to assess his health and determine if he will keep his position or is ready for retirement.

Did We Overbuild Our Estate Plan? • Have previous efforts to avoid estate taxes made this family’s estate plan too complicated?

The Robots Are Here: Should You Hire One? • Technology and machinery can reduce labor needs on the farm. When is it right for you?

Access Tools Quickly With Storage Racks • Save time in the shop by building these storage racks to keep your tools visible and accessible.

Mike Koehne • This first-generation Indiana...