The rains came, at least to some parts of the Midwest, but was it enough to help save the crop? Plus, chaos in Russia and what it means for future grain shipments, and flip your soil by adding organic matter. 

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Cotton should be planted and growing, but getting a stand established has been a real challenge in the Texas panhandle. We'll take a closer look. Plus, finding ways to improve soil health.

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Drought conditions continue to grow. See what it means for crops fighting to stay alive in the Midwest. Plus, California's Proposition 12 gets delayed, and we ride along for the blueberry harvest in Georgia.

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EPA releases its biofuel blending levels for the next three years. We'll have an update on what the numbers mean for producers. Plus, why a world-famous chef says he won't allow vegans in his restaurant anymore.

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Spotty rains in the corn belt have farmers on edge. We'll visit Iowa and talk with farmers about how long they think crops can hold out. Plus, The latest condition ratings are in from USDA. 

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It was a promising start to planting season for Illinois farmers, but there have been plenty of challenges since. We'll head to the fields.  Plus, government officials visit China to talk about trade. 

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Wild weather rages across the U.S., including hail and tornadoes, as drought stresses summer crops and pushes prices higher.  Machinery Pete talks used combines, and two Father's Day tractors to remember. 

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Drought conditions grow gobbling up more acres of corn and soybeans. Is a break from the dryness on the way soon?  Plus, what livestock producers need to know about new FDA rules now in place.

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It's starting to get really dry out there. We'll the latest root and topsoil moisture levels, and whether mother nature will bring any relief. Plus, Congress gets an update from the cattle industry on competition.

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Milk margins aren't great.  We'll take a closer look at the latest price outlook. Plus, meet two Ohio pork producers searching for new demand, and grain markets run higher amid falling condition ratings. 

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