The USDA released the latest planting numbers, and it included surprising totals for corn acreage. Also, a summer travel look at the Pony Express Museum and its history, a youth in livestock feature, and cooling livestock buildings with recirculated groundwater.

Ben is in a good mood after a nice, timely rain on the farm. Taking a broader look at weather conditions and crop progress, then a dive into what the numbers say about productivity trends for the last 70 years of U.S. agriculture. And a feature on restoring old tractors.

Taking stock of the crops and markets as hot weather arrives, plus a look at farm conservation and land stewardship, land drainage management strategies, bagged feed use in dairies, and wishing a happy Fathers Day to farm dads.

Taking a look at how American and European agriculture compare, as well as how recent rains have slowed planting progress. Plus a report on a livestock auctioneer contest and a look at farm radio.

Planting got off to a quick start, but a rainy weather pattern may slow things down for a while. Also, diving into cattle on feed numbers and what they show about trying to get cattle industry expansion going.

Talking about early spring planting trends, land values, and farm history through the lens of the Mississippi River and a Century Farm. Plus some weed control talk.

Setting the table for spring planting as April arrives, a good Easter weekend, and a look at irrigation trends.

Talking about virtual fence and the potential it could have to save labor on strip grazing systems, as well as a cover crop update, driving farm equipment on rural roads and a look at farm labor.

Taking a look at farm profitability expectations across the sectors of agriculture, and what could drive them up or down. Also, talking about rural vitality and the importance of healthy small towns.

March’s arrival brings anticipation of spring. Taking a look at livestock and crop market news, export trends, dry conditions, as well as a profile of the Missouri Soybean Association president and a look at classes for women in agriculture.