FEATURES:
A new mill in town
MFA made a financial commitment to producers in southwest Missouri with the addition of new equipment, structures and technology at the Aurora feed mill. The upgrade is designed to provide quality feed for producers. By Holly Hollenbeck

Calibrate yield monitors now
An investment of time now can go a long way toward preventing loss of data or downtime during the busy harvest season. By Forrest Rose

Fall-applied herbicides
Applying a residual herbicide during the fall can control certain weeds into the spring planting season. But there are drawbacks. If you're thinking about applying a residual herbicide this fall, read this. By Lyndon Brush

What is a cooperative?
It's Cooperative Month. Today, cooperatives are busily providing goods and services for their member/owners. MFA Incorporated has been benefiting its members since 1914.

Smart corn
Look out Bt corn. Here comes avidin. Research on this egg white protein is showing that when inserted into corn plants, it can kill a broader range of insects when ingested by the corn pests compared to the Bt protein. By Linda McGraw

Biotechnology: frequently asked questions
Biotechnology is a hot topic today. Scientists at the American Feed Industry Association put this list together to address current questions.

Twelve good reasons to stop plowing next year
These 12 reasons should provide plenty of motivation for making the switch to no-till. By Dr. John Bradley

Beautiful blossoms
Jim and Lamoyne Hedgecock turned their tobacco fields into an iris garden. The couple has received global recognition for their iris hybrids. Comanche Acres Iris Gardens allows them to build their own business around their farm. By Diana Lambdin Meyer

DEPARTMENTS:
Country Corner
Environmental hazards exist in cities as well as on farms. By Chuck Lay

Nutrition
Animals' feeding behavior can determine productivity. By Dr. Dan Netemeyer

Country Humor
Computer computations. By Jack S. Bray
Educational TV. By Mitch Jayne

Viewpoint
A strong balance sheet reflects MFA's sound financial health. By Don Copenhaver