In the coming month, we will start to see corn planters, 10 to 30 feet wide, being pulled across the fields as farmers take on the task of getting seeds into soil in preparation for the fall harvest.

Ken Ferrie explains how to prioritize planter attachments, why digging cross-sections is essential for ground-truthing planter performance, and the hidden risks of excessive closing wheel downforce.

USDA’s fourth Crop Progress report of 2024 shows both corn and soybean planting is continuing across 18 states. Planted corn has broken through the soil and emerged in 8 states with Texas farmers ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images/Grace Cary Large planters make dramatic additions to any backyard, whether ...