Farmers’ loyalty to Trump tested over new corn-ethanol rules
When President Donald Trump levied tariffs on China that scrambled global markets, farmer Randy Miller was willing to absorb the financial hit. Even as the soybeans in his fields about an hour south of Des Moines became less valuable, Miller saw long-term promise in Trump’s efforts to rebalance America’s trade relationship with Beijing.
Trump escapes blame for ethanol policy hurting corn farmers
Midwest farmers and their Republican elected officials rarely miss a chance to shower President Donald Trump with praise when he takes actions they believe help agriculture, but they’re now parsing their words over the administration’s policies dealing with ethanol.
Crop outlook rated fair to middlin’: Cotton, soybeans and corn rally after poor planting season
Rodney McGill sat in the office at the Bogue Chitto Cotton Gin on Monday, calmly assessing this year’s crops.
Peak season for Mexican Grilled Corn
There is nothing better than an ear of simply steamed or grilled fresh corn in the late summer.
Except for this Mexican Grilled Corn.
Planning Labor Day menus? Reinvent a summertime favorite
Corn on the cob is a quintessential cookout companion. Stovetop, oven-roasted, open fire or grilled, this hand-held staple will be part of many an upcoming Labor Day celebration.
Possumhaw: The eye of the red-tailed hawk
It was an early, frosty morning and a lone deer fed in the field. You have to wonder why it nibbled at the cold, dead grass. Soon, another joined it and then another. In the distance they looked like shadows on the pale, icy ground.
All Ears: Bacon, toasted almonds, smoked feta, marshmallow? Yes, we’re talking corn on the cob
My memories of my Granddaddy and Grandmama West’s farm in Pontotoc are few and precious. I was very young when Granddaddy died and his beloved Minnie moved back to Memphis, leaving behind the rural peace they had enjoyed together.
Market Fresh: Summer creamed corn and corn pudding — yum
Please excuse me if I’ve said this before, but I seem to have replaced my obsession with buying shoes with an obsession for buying corn.
Government might deregulate engineered corn, soybean seeds
The federal government on Friday proposed eliminating restrictions on the use of corn and soybean seeds that are genetically engineered to resist a common weed killer, a move welcomed by many farmers but feared by scientists and environmentalists who worry it could invite growers to use more chemicals.
Iowans worry about ethanol’s lost political clout
ALTOONA, Iowa — For decades, presidential candidates’ chances in Iowa were wounded if not doomed unless they backed federal support for ethanol, a boon to
The secret, dirty cost of Obama’s green power push
CORYDON, Iowa — The hills of southern Iowa bear the scars of America’s push for green energy: The brown gashes where rain has washed away
A cheesy, buttery take on grilled corn on the cob
When I was a kid, corn on the cob was prepared one way, and only one way. My mom would husk the ears and pile
Healthy corn crepes go sweet or savory (and wait’ll you taste them stuffed with summer fruit)
One of the earliest French culinary imports to make a dent in America was the crepe. As a kid in New York during the ’60s, I remember dining with my family at quite a few creperies. I also remember the black steel crepe pan my folks bought, a token of their desire to make crepes at home every once in a while.
Miss. farmers see record soybean and corn yields
Mississippi farmers grew more soybeans and corn per acre in 2012 than ever before.
U.S. Agriculture Department statistics show soybean yields rose to 42 bushels per acre, while corn yields rose to 156 bushels per acre.
Corn-ucopia: Local farmers could be sitting on a cash crop
With corn futures closing at record highs on Friday and a drought continuing to devastate crops in the Midwest, area farmers could see more lucrative turnover with this years harvest.
Heat wave’s effect on farming uncertain
The Golden Triangle is set to experience the summer’s first significant heat wave this weekend, and while most people might be scrambling to find sunscreen, bottled water and shade, area farmers are left waiting to see how their crop preparation has paid off.
Planting decisions weighed by state farmers
GREENWOOD — The lower input costs of corn give it some advantages for Mississippi Delta farmers choosing between corn and cotton for 2012.