Monday, July 18, 2011

The Difference a Week Makes

John Phipps reports his operation switched to earlier maturity corn seed, so that his corn has already pollinated.  It may have been a great decision, given the heat wave in the middle of the country and the widespread concerns it will adversely impact pollination.

These sorts of decisions, and their accompanying risks, form the foundation for farmers feeling they deserve a safety net.

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