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Illinois farmers say planting soybeans first becoming the norm

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A pair of Illinois farmers say many in the industry are fully embracing the practice of planting soybean acres before corn acres. Derek Martin, who farms in Logan County, says most in his area have made the switch. “To be honest with you, I haven’t seen much corn planted, if any, but I think, for […]

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