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Crop Growing

Thursday 17 September 2026Updated 10:43 KST

🌾Crop Growing

Prepare drainage ditches in advance before sowing autumn rice oats.

가을 쌀귀리 파종 전, 미리 배수로 정비

(Korea Agricultural News = Reporter Kim Eun-jin) The Rural Development Administration (Administrator Lee Seung-don) urged farmers to maintain the perimeter and internal drainage ditches of cultivation sites before sowing and to sow on time to ensure stable production of rice oats in the autumn.

Korea Agriculture Newspaper10:43 KST

🌾Crop Growing

Korea Microgreen Expands Supply of Modular Smart Farms Utilizing 'Fog Farming'

Agriculture, Fisheries & Livestock News16:03 KST

🌾Crop Growing

To keep fruits, vegetables, and grains fresh for a long time… Store apples ‘separately’, and sweet potatoes ‘keep cool’

Nongmin Newspaper09:00 KST

🌾Crop Growing

Subtle shades of red, yellow, and green… Expanded distribution of domestic tea varieties ‘Hongseol,’ ‘Geumda,’ and ‘Sangmok’

Nongmin Newspaper08:30 KST

Thursday 17 September

  1. 10:39

    🌾Crop Growing

    Female Professional Rice Farmers Association Donates 1,000 Bags of Glutinous Barley

    쌀전업농부여군연합회, 찰보리쌀 1000포 기탁

    (Korea Agricultural News = Reporter Kim Eun-jin) The Korea Rice Farmers Association (Chairman Kim Min-ho) donated 1,000 bags of glutinous barley rice (4kg each), worth 15 million won, to Buyeo-gun on the 11th for needy neighbors in the area.

    Korea Agriculture Newspaper10:39 KST
  2. 09:30

    🌾Crop Growing

    ‘Give My Heart to You’… Enjoying the 2026 Ginseng Run at Namsan

    ‘너에게 마음을 주삼’…남산서 즐기는 2026 인삼런

    The ‘Ginseng Run,’ a walk up Namsan Mountain to reflect on the historical connection between ginseng and the independence movement, will be held for the second time this year. To commemorate Liberation Day, 815 participants are being recruited, and the entire participation fee will be donated to the Korean Liberation Association, adding further significance to the event.

    Korea Agriculture Newspaper09:30 KST
  3. 08:57

    🌾Crop Growing

    The 2027 Margin Coverage Option (MCO) Decision

    2027년 마진 커버리지 옵션(MCO) 결정

    The Margin Coverage Option (MCO) is an area-based crop insurance endorsement that provides protection against operating margin shortfalls, which can be driven by revenue decreases, cost increases or a combination…

    farmdoc daily08:57 KST
  4. 05:10

    🌾Crop Growing

    Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: September 16, 2026

    곡물 및 가축 선물 마감일: 2026년 9월 16일

    Dec. corn $5.34 and 1/4, down 1 and 1/2 centsNov. soybeans $13.20 and 1/2, up 1 and 3/4 centsOct. soybean meal $360.90, up 80 centsOct. soybean oil 69.19, down 69 pointsDec. Chicago wheat $7.30 and 3/4, up 2 and 1/4 centsOct. live cattle $218.45, down $2.25Oct. feeder cattle $329.65, down $4.20Oct. lean hogs $78.67, down […] The post Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: September 16, 2026 appeared first on Brownfield Ag News .

    Brownfield Ag News05:10 KST
  5. 04:39

    🌾Crop Growing

    Weed management for the long game

    장기적인 관점에서 잡초를 관리하세요

    An organic crop farmer says he takes a systems-based approach for managing weeds. “We planted a little bit late this year and it was intentional using delayed planting as a weed control strategy.” Joel Layman farms 2,200 acres of organic row crops in southwest Michigan. He tells Brownfield, “I feel like the treadmill is easy […] The post Weed management for the long game appeared first on Brownfield Ag News .

    Brownfield Ag News04:39 KST

Wednesday 16 September

  1. 23:48

    🌾Crop Growing

    Opinion: Farmers are fed up with fertilizer companies taking advantage of our farms

    의견: 농부들은 비료 회사들이 우리 농장을 착취하는 것에 진저리가 났다.

    Steve Kuiper of the Iowa Corn Growers Association argues that federal agencies must be held accountable to treat investigations into fertilizer monopolies as an urgent priority rather than a symbolic gesture to appease farmers.

    Agri-Pulse23:48 KST
  2. 22:33

    🍺Beer & Spirits

    Spirit Halloween Partners with Tilray’s Shock Top on Candy Corn Beer, Costume

    스피릿 할로윈, 틸레이의 쇼크 탑과 협력하여 캔디콘 맥주 및 코스튬 출시

    While several brands are teaming up with slashers this Halloween, Tilray Brands is taking a sweeter route. The craft brewing conglomerate’s Shock Top brand is partnering with North America’s largest spooky season retailer, Spirit Halloween.

    Brewbound22:33 KST
  3. 19:04

    🌾Crop Growing

    Farm Hands on the Potomac: Corn Refiners Association names Noe as CEO, Morton's position expanded by Nestlé, ACE names Lamberty new chief strategy officer

    포토맥의 농부들: 옥수수 정제 협회는 노에를 CEO로 임명했고, 네슬레는 모턴의 직책을 확대했으며, ACE는 램버티를 신임 최고 전략 책임자로 임명했습니다.

    The Department of Health and Human Services hires Jacqueline Thomas as the deputy assistant secretary for strategic communications. The Corn Refiners Association has named Paul Noe as its next president and CEO, with Noe set to join the organization Oct 1 before assuming the role in February. Josh Morton's position was expanded by Nestlé to include sustainability as head of corporate affairs and sustainability for zone Americas.

    Agri-Pulse19:04 KST
  4. 05:42

    🌾Crop Growing

    Farmers raise questions about data centers and rural resources

    농민들이 데이터 센터와 농촌 자원에 대해 의문을 제기하고 있다

    The impact of data continues to be a topic of discussion among farmers. Southeast Kansas farmer Ben Bellar says he has mixed feelings but is worried that the heat produced could impact crop health. “The heat could help it on the right years, but it could also really damage it in the wrong years. However, […] The post Farmers raise questions about data centers and rural resources appeared first on Brownfield Ag News .

    Brownfield Ag News05:42 KST
  5. 05:36

    🌾Crop Growing

    Renewed fund buying suppports soybeans, corn, wheat

    재개된 기금 매입으로 콩, 옥수수, 밀 구매가 지원됩니다.

    Soybeans were higher on fund and technical buying. There was also spillover support from the renewed strength in crude oil on supply concerns. The USDA’s good to excellent rating held and harvest is starting to get underway, nationally. Yield results will be watched closely due to the tight stocks-to-usage ratio. Ahead of the open, CONAB […] The post Renewed fund buying suppports soybeans, corn, wheat appeared first on Brownfield Ag News .

    Brownfield Ag News05:36 KST
  6. 05:11

    🌾Crop Growing

    Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: September 15, 2026

    곡물 및 가축 선물 마감일: 2026년 9월 15일

    Dec. corn $5.35 and 3/4, up 2 and 1/2 centsNov. soybeans $13.18 and 3/4, up 14 and 1/2 centsOct. soybean meal $360.10, up $9.90Oct. soybean oil 69.88, up 23 pointsDec. Chicago wheat $7.28 and 1/2, up 6 and 1/2 centsOct. live cattle $220.70, down $1.55Oct. feeder cattle $333.85, down $4.00Oct. lean hogs $79.07, down 52 […] The post Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: September 15, 2026 appeared first on Brownfield Ag News .

    Brownfield Ag News05:11 KST
  7. 05:06

    🌾Crop Growing

    Crop variability is the name of the game

    작물 다양성이 핵심입니다.

    An agronomy specialist with Golden Harvest says crop conditions are a mixed bag across the Corn Belt. “Places look really good and then across the road not so much.” Stefan Swenson tells Brownfield challenging weather conditions have created some uncertainty for this year’s crop. “The northern Midwest, a lot of drought conditions that are leading […] The post Crop variability is the name of the game appeared first on Brownfield Ag News .

    Brownfield Ag News05:06 KST
  8. 05:02

    🌾Crop Growing

    Harvest just days away for southern Iowa farmer

    아이오와 남부 농부, 수확이 며칠 앞으로 다가왔다

    A south-central Iowa farmer says his 2026 fall harvest will get underway soon. Steve Kuiper raises corn and soybeans near Knoxville in Marion County. “I think we’ll cut some beans next week. We’ve got some corn that’s close. We’re debating on how much we want to dry it.” He tells Brownfield questions remain about the […] The post Harvest just days away for southern Iowa farmer appeared first on Brownfield Ag News .

    Brownfield Ag News05:02 KST
  9. 03:57

    🌾Crop Growing

    Higher corn prices expected to drive swine finishing feed costs in 2027

    2027년에는 옥수수 가격 상승으로 돼지 비육 사료 비용이 증가할 것으로 예상됩니다.

    An ag economist says higher corn prices are expected to increase feed costs for pork producers next year. Michael Langemeier with Purdue’s Center for Commercial Agriculture says finishing feed costs are expected to be 7 to 10 percent higher than 2025 through the end of this year. "That’s anywhere from 6 to 9 percent higher than […] The post Higher corn prices expected to drive swine finishing feed costs in 2027 appeared first on Brownfield Ag News .

    Brownfield Ag News03:57 KST

Tuesday 15 September

  1. 18:05

    🌾Crop Growing

    2026 Agriculture Expo ‘Successfully Concludes’… Rice Experience Booths a Great Success

    2026 농업박람회 ‘성료’…쌀 체험 부스 ‘성황’

    (Korea Agricultural Newspaper=Reporter Ryu Min-je) Representative rice varieties from eight provinces across the country gathered in one place, along with agricultural satellites, artificial intelligence (AI), and agricultural robots, showcasing both the present and future of agriculture and rural areas. In particular, an experiential exhibition where visitors could directly see and touch various types of rice was set up, informing the public about the value and diversity of Korean rice varieties.

    Korea Agriculture Newspaper18:05 KST
  2. 18:00

    🌾Crop Growing

    Corn Refiners Association chooses a new CEO

    옥수수 정제 협회, 신임 CEO 선임

    The Corn Refiners Association has chosen a new CEO to replace longtime leader John Bode.

    Agri-Pulse18:00 KST

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