Grackles can be a frustration as they can cause damage to bird feeders and are a general nuisance. Here's how to deter them ...

Dryland farmers rely on the rain to grow their corn and other crops, so in a long drought, they must lower expectations.

Some well-known local growers, plant breeders, chefs and nonprofit organizations will be participating in an upcoming ...

Illinois farmers expect to plant about 10.5 million acres of soybeans, an area equivalent to nearly 30% of the state’s entire ...

Another Midwest winter has ended, and a new crop season is here. Folks are out planting despite the cold soil temperatures, ...

Answer: One ear of corn has 16 rows of kernels with about 38 kernels in a row, which is 608 kernels on an ear. Compare corn ...

Don't be over-eager to transplant seedlings into the garden before they are ready. These quick and easy checks will help ...

Eggplants can produce up to a dozen fruits per plant, potentially more depending on the type and the growing conditions.

Soil conditions, temperatures and weather outlook are finally aligned for planting in much of the Midwest. In the hurry to ...

The corn market is relatively strong as Texas producers monitor planted fields in southern areas and prepare to plant in the High Plains.

By analyzing DNA from different cells in nearly 200 lines of maize plants, research has revealed insights that could help growers better adapt their crops to a fast-changing environment.

Nebraska farmers are investing a staggering $3.1 billion to plant corn this season, a financial commitment that underscores ...