Monday 12th January 2026

A farm management specialist with the University of Illinois says increased machinery costs continue to squeeze farmers’ profits. During a recent Illinois Soybean Association webinar, Gary Schnitkey says research shows it’s taking more acres to make new combine investments profitable. “At 1800 acres, we’re looking at $75 versus something at 3000 in the still high […]

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