High Plains Journal

06/25/2026

𝗢𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗢𝗡: Nutrients left behind from prior fertilizer or manure applications can carry real value for the next operator.
𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗 𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗘 ➡️ https://hpj.com/2026/06/19/residual-fertility-looking-deeper-at-the-value-already-in-the-soil/

When evaluating farmland, one factor that can materially affect the value of a deal is easy to overlook: Residual soil fertility.

06/25/2026

𝗙𝗔𝗥𝗠𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗞𝗘𝗧𝗦: Shop first, plan later: A flexible approach to farmers market meal planning can help reduce food waste and save money.
𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗 𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗘 ➡️ https://hpj.com/2026/06/22/six-tips-to-help-plan-meals-around-fresh-farmers-market-finds/

Farmers market availability can change from week to week. Flexible meal planning can help shoppers make the most of farmers market visits.

06/24/2026

𝗔𝗥𝗞𝗔𝗡𝗦𝗔𝗦 𝗦𝗢𝗬𝗕𝗘𝗔𝗡𝗦: Soybean acreage in Arkansas has rebounded to 3.1 million acres in 2026. Growers are now watching disease pressure, irrigation needs and summer weather forecasts.
𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗 𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗘 ➡️ https://hpj.com/2026/06/23/arkansas-soybean-farmers-cross-fingers-as-july-approaches/

University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture agronomist Jeremy Ross says July and August weather will be critical for soybean yield potential.

06/24/2026

The latest Crops & Cattle - Conference & Ag Expo schedule is now available.

View or download the schedule to explore keynote presentations, education sessions and networking opportunities planned for August 4–6 in Kansas City.

➡️ cropsandcattle.com/schedule/

📍 Crops & Cattle – Conference & Ag Expo
Kansas City Convention Center | August 4–6, 2026

🔗 cropsandcattle.com

06/24/2026

𝗛𝗢𝗨𝗦𝗘 𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗦: Tiny doesn't mean small in features. This 690 sq. ft. home has a comfortable, open layout.
𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗 𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗘 ➡️ https://hpj.com/2026/06/20/monster-house-plan-52-735/

This tiny home with Southwestern style features one bedroom, one bathroom and a covered patio, encompassing 690 square feet.

06/24/2026

𝗛𝗣𝗝 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗞𝗘𝗧 𝗖𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥: Wednesday • June 24, 2026
• Hogs Holding Mixed on Wednesday
• Cotton Falling Lower on Wednesday
• Cattle Rally Resuming on Wednesday
• Corn Slipping Lower on Wednesday
• Soybeans Fading Lower on Wednesday
• Wheat Bouncing Higher on Wednesday
𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗 𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗘 ➡️ https://hpj.com/market-center/

06/24/2026

𝗖𝗢𝗟𝗢𝗥𝗔𝗗𝗢 𝟰-𝗛: To date, the Celebrity Pig Show has raised more than $22,000 for individuals in the community.
𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗 𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗘 ➡️ https://hpj.com/2026/06/22/celebrity-pig-show-fundraiser-set/

The Cheyenne County 4-H Council will host the 10th annual Celebrity Pig Show July 17-25 in Cheyenne Wells, Colorado.

06/24/2026

𝗞𝗔𝗡𝗦𝗔𝗦 𝗪𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗧 𝗛𝗔𝗥𝗩𝗘𝗦𝗧: Harvest is over halfway complete, resulting in what may be one of the earliest harvests in recent memories.
𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗 𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗘 ➡️ https://hpj.com/2026/06/24/day-8-kansas-wheat-harvest-report/

While rain has slowed progress in some areas, drought and freeze damage continue to impact yields across the state.

06/24/2026

𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗟𝗔𝗥𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗣: Ten students have been named 2026 American Royal Scholars for their leadership, academic achievement and dedication to agriculture.
𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗 𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗘 ➡️ https://hpj.com/2026/06/22/american-royal-selects-2026-scholars/

American Royal names 10 students as 2026 scholars, recognizing leadership, academic excellence and commitment to agriculture.

06/24/2026

𝗕𝗨𝗦𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗦: Tyson Foods has named Jeff Schomburger as its next president and CEO, effective Oct. 4.
𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗 𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗘 ➡️ https://hpj.com/2026/06/22/schomburger-to-succeed-king-as-tyson-foods-ceo/

Tyson Foods names Jeff Schomburger president and CEO, succeeding Donnie King after a leadership transition beginning in July.