Record crop supplies are being met with expanding storage capacity, but an unknown remains for 2026, Ken Eriksen writes.
A full set of cables is not necessary for farmers to gain value.
If you’re one of the many farmers storing grain on-farm to hold out for better prices, make sure you don’t fall in the out-of-sight, out-of-mind trap. One misstep could be the difference between ...
The story of the biblical Old Testament’s Joseph, who I consider the first secretary of agriculture, highlights the timeless importance of grain storage during years of plenty to prepare for scarcity.
With grain prices under pressure and supplies heavy, many Iowa farmers are making the decision to hold grain in storage longer while waiting for better marketing opportunities. According to the ...
Commercial grain elevators often pile their grain outside for temporary storage. Though this is initially an inexpensive investment, it leaves grain exposed to the elements and increases the ...
With a considerable amount of last year's grain crop still in storage, and a bumper crop and low prices this year, the demand for grain storage is high. "Grain can be stored in many types of ...
According to a new report from CoBank’s Knowledge Exchange, off-farm grain storage hit record levels last fall with farmers ...
When farmers need to expand their grain storage capacity, choosing the right storage solution requires intensive planning. First, you must determine what bushel capacity you need and what your farm ...
Last year’s crop came in cold, wet and late. With cash corn prices struggling to gain strength, much of that crop is still in the bin and as winter drags on, grain quality can begin to suffer. Ken ...
With some of last year's grain crop still in storage and a bumper crop expected this year, the demand for grain storage is high. "Grain can be stored in many types of facilities," North Dakota State ...
For farmers wanting to retain control of their grain and ensure maximum protection from the elements, constructing a long-term storage facility on your farm is essential. Before you connect with your ...