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Man pulled from grain bin in central Iowa dies at hospital
KELLOGG, Iowa (AP) — Authorities in central Iowa say a Jasper County man has died after being trapped in a grain bin.
How to Grow and Harvest Grains in Your Backyard
Bread, beer, and pasta all originate with a planting of grain seed in fall. Be the first on your block to grow your own.
Play online, learn online and feed the hungry
For every correct answer you choose, 10 grains of rice are raised to help end world hunger through the World Food Programme.
How To Create A Man Cave Garage
Man caves give us the freedom to express ourselves. It gives us the personal space we sometimes need in the middle of the weekly grind we go through 52 times a year. The benefits are endless, but converting a garage into a man cave is certainly easier said than done.
Understanding FSMA's Preventive Controls Rule: A Guide for Grain Businesses
Do you grow, harvest, store, or process food-grade grain or grain products? Learn if you need to comply with the Food Safety Modernization Act’s Preventive Controls for Human Food Rule.
Grain Angles: How does your farm compare?
Depending on cost of production yields, marketing, and other factors, one producer might be able to squeak by a profit, while their neighbor takes a loss.
How grain growers are still harvesting crops in drought
The drought is relentless but some grain growers are still managing to harvest crops, and what they have discovered could be the way of the future.
How to make grain marketing decisions in a volatile market
3 factors to think about before making grain sales. Hint: they have nothing to do with current prices
What are sprouted grains and why should we be eating them?
The niche market for sprouted grains and seeds is primed to shoot up in London over the next five years as more and more products featuring the ingredients launch. If you’ve stepped foot into a Whole Foods recently, you’ll likely have spotted a rise in sprouted grain products on offer, and with the trend showing no signs of slowing down, we’re going to be seeing a long more of these healthier-sounding whole grains in our supermarkets. But what are they, and why should…
Grain Farmer & Artisan Baker Build Network
Knowledge is power, in so many things. For artisan baker Lori Sands, she wants her customers to understand what she puts into her hearth-baked breads and why it is important
3 tips for using grain storage bags this fall
A projected record corn harvest, along with low prices, has many farmers considering storage for their corn and soybeans this fall. As grain bins fill up, a "bag silo" may be an option for over-winter storage.
The Definitive Guide to Grains
Amber Waves of Pain Order up! Yes, folks, it?s definitive guide time again. I?ve read your requests and am happy (as always) to oblige. Grab your coffee (o
Hold On ... Is Quinoa a Grain? Yes (But Also No)
Ancient Grains: A Guide
In recent years, many so-called ancient grains have been rediscovered. Some, such as farro, are types of wheat or related to wheat; others are technically seeds, such as quinoa. All are worth trying.
Fertilizer and liming practices for grain crops
Dry fertilizers can be safely and quickly applied in the fall. Some tillage will help ensure nutrients are placed below the soil surface. This will help reduce stratification and lower the concentration of dissolved P i
Mother Nature's Pop Science Guide to Corn (Maize) [Infographic]
One of the world's most versatile grains, corn can be cooked, stewed, dried and ground into many different culinary creations and industrial products. #infographic
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7 Grain Marketing Mistakes to Avoid
Overcome these common grain-marketing obstacles to make smart sales.
Is grain-free the new gluten-free?
One of the latest nutrition fads has evolved out of the gluten-free diet. Grain-free fits with US consumers’ gradual shift away from processed foods. Read more.
How a farmer solved problem of livestock dying in drought
Indigenous grass provides stock for dry days, needs little water to grow again
How to keep grain in good condition
Sorghum: What to Know About This Gluten-Free Grain
Sorghum is a gluten-free ancient grain packed with protein, fiber, minerals, and vitamins. Learn more about its benefits and how to eat it.
