As August rolls on, the anticipation of harvest builds with each week. Farmers see the sunsets creeping earlier and crops moving closer to the finish line. The last weeks before harvest are a time for getting equipment ready and making plans for storing grain.
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On-farm grain storage is a continual effort as yields increase over time, although building usually surges when crop prices improve. Farmers can also consider alternate storage options such as grain bags.
Most farmers have a mixed approach to grain storage, with some on-farm storage, hauling some in and storing some at a co-op.
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Editor’s note: The following was written by Chad E. Hart, Iowa State University Extension economist, for the July Ag Decision Maker newsletter.
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