Successful Farming

Get insight and insider information on the world of agriculture in every issue of Successful Farming. From corn and soybeans to wheat and livestock, you’ll find helpful solutions to navigate the U.S. agriculture industry. Farmers and ranchers have turned to Successful Farming for more than 100 years to get sustainable advice on land, soil, markets, and more. Frequency of all magazines subject to change without notice.

Don’t Gatekeep Conservation

Successful Farming

Sweet Sugar

They Said It

Wisconsin Farmland Brings More Than $8,000-per-Acre Average at Auction

In Case You Missed It

The Counterseasonal Price Pattern of 2026 • Create a price plan that works for your farm.

Managing More Residue • How to size, spread, and handle residue to achieve smoother spring planting.

Is Yield Loss a Death by a Thousand Cuts? • How to maximize yields through yearlong management.

What to Look for Before Buying a Used Grain Cart • Large inventories and elastic demand favor buyers who need to upgrade.

Q&A With David Newman • The National Pork Board’s newest CEO shares his vision for the U.S. pork industry.

Fendt’s Latest Launch Gets Small • The 124–164-hp 500 Vario Gen4 tractors are suited for light tillage, baling and hay production, and transport operations.

From the SF Archives

From Field to Stream • How to choose the right conservation drainage practice for your farm.

One Platform, Every Layer • How to bring together yield maps, soil tests, and imagery to make better decisions.

Tips for Holding Farm Business Meetings • Making decisions as a group can reduce stress and improve productivity, an Extension specialist explains.

Protect Land from Development • Here’s how you can keep land in production agriculture or reserve it for conservation or wetlands.

Worn-Out Mom Seeks a Better Way

Beef-on-Dairy • Profitable crossbreeding is gaining momentum.

LIFE in Ag

Better Together • These North Dakota farmers and lifelong friends work together like cover crops and no-till.

Steve Hopkins • Conservation and diversification are key to the success of Riverview Farms.

Just Say ‘Yes’ • Caring for cows, people, and the environment has led to success for this Virginia dairy farmer.

Give Like Vane • This retired CEO found a new calling as a volunteer.

Pumpkin Pound Cake • Enjoy the flavor of fall with this tasty cake and use leftovers in your favorite trifle recipe!

Head Turner Combine Cart • Crop-saving header cart streamlines time and effort.