Farm shows like the Dakota Farm Show are an opportunity for farmers to wrap up their plans for the upcoming planting season. Michelle Rook looks at how that preparation will help them achieve higher yields and profits. Heartland Consumer Report on KELO-Land News at 5.

Soybean prices ended 2020 nearly $5 off their lows and hit 6-year highs on tight supplies and strong export demand, primarily from China. However, market experts say prices could go as high as $15. Michelle Rook looks at what this means for farmers and the economy. Heartland Consumer Report on KELO-Land News at 5

More farmers are installing field tile as a way to improve the productivity of their land, but there are also environmental benefits such as decreasing soil erosion. Michelle Rook takes us to the field to help explain. Heartland Consumer Report on KELO-Land News at Five

Valley Springs farmer Kevin Scott was just elected to be president of the American Soybean Association for the coming year. Michelle Rook looks at the role he will play in ensuring profitability for South Dakota soybean farmers and the communities they live in. Heartland Consumer Report on KELO-Land News at Five

A new USDA Secretary and chair of the House Ag Committee have been chosen. We'll look at why this leadership is important for farmers and anyone that eats. Michelle Rook has the story. Heartland Consumer Report on KELO-Land News at Five