If north Alabama farmers regroup and replant, they can still be a part of what is a national corn rush, with growers around the country saying they'll put in 90. Depending on rainfall and yields, Alabama is on track to significantly increase corn production and therefore have to import less of it from other states. Last year, Alabama farmers produced about 12 million bushels but imported about 200 million to meet the feed demands of the catfish and poultry industries. Sanderson went to the...

HILLSBORO Area farmers are hoping for federal disaster relief and quick insurance decisions after last week's freeze destroyed nearly all their wheat crops and damaged corn crops. Farmers were already apprehensive because of the record-breaking drought, but the below-freezing temperatures of April 6-8 have left many wondering if they'll be able to produce yields that can recoup their investments. Corn crops planted in late March and early April fared better and have an opportunity to...

We have seen these markets turn higher recently and we expect more upside in the longer term but near term these markets could continue to correct a bit more before turning back up. For the time being day trading this market is the only way as it allows us to be flexible from day to day. Cocoa continues to drift sideways but as time goes on, we get closer to this market continuing its rally Look for a move above 1950 before going long. Stocks: The stock market continues to be strong and...

exports will be shut out of foreign markets, the U. Such scrutiny is a fact of life in worldwide trade, and ignoring it in the ongoing revision of farming legislation is not wise, he said. Northwest Arkansas' poultry and cattle farms have encountered sharply increased grain prices as more grain goes into alternative fuels, such as ethanol. Johanns, a former governor of Nebraska, is drafting the administration's farm policy proposals and is also, with the cooperation of Congress, planning...

T he current emphasis on all things green has directed a spotlight on bamboo as a natural, sustainably produced fiber that offers luster and a luxurious hand as well as superior performance in terms of antimicrobial properties, dyeability, moisture absorption and breathability. T he current emphasis on all things green has directed a spotlight on bamboo as a natural, sustainably produced fiber that offers luster and a luxurious hand as well as superior performance in terms of antimicrobial...

US Cotton farmers are dependent upon merchandisers selling the crop overseas, as the US textile industry continues to dwindle. Exchange certified stocks increased during March, although not a robustly as in years past, suggesting that prices at these levels may be overdone in light of the supply/demand projections. Downside pressure on price stems from the larger than expected Brazilian crop, coupled with record shipments from Vietnam. Currently price discovery is biased to the downside,...