#WheatWednesday: Emerald waves of grain dancing in the wind — a sure sign that harvest season is near. Before we know it, this wheat will ripen and head into bins similar to those at the Gera Elevator pictured in the background!

Meet Our 2025 Interns: Connor Stefanovsky, Flour Milling Intern! Connor is a student at Michigan Technological University, majoring in Mechanical Engineering. Looking forward to all he’ll contribute during his time with us this summer!

#WheatWednesday: Why is the wheat falling over? It’s likely lodging—caused by wind, rain, or heavy grain heads. Lodging can hurt yield & harvest. Farmers work to prevent it with strong varieties, smart fertilizer use, and well-timed management.

#TopNotchTuesday: The 2025 interns visited Zwemmer Management to learn about dairy, row crops, and sustainability, then headed to Rapson for a drone demo and facility tour. Thanks to all who shared their time and insight!

#ThrowbackThursday: Here’s a snowy snapshot from the past—bulk flour trucks loading up at our Frankenmuth flour mill, ready to deliver quality flour. With our recent high temps, we’re dreaming of just a little bit of that cooler weather!

#FARMERFRIDAY: With warm temps and rains, most corn is well on its way to more than meeting the classic benchmark: knee-high by the Fourth of July! Years ago, it meant a high yields. But thanks to advances in genetics and better management, many fields beat that milestone.

#SustainabilitySaturday: Lisa, Katie, and Kalliana attended the second annual Food-Grade Grains Field Day this week! Events like this help us stay connected with partners and practices that support a more sustainable future for specialty grains in our region.

#ShowcaseSunday: Check out this Star of the West truck rolling through Frankenmuth! A great sight that highlights the people, products, and pride moving agriculture forward every day.

#TopNotchTuesday: Our interns hit the road to explore southwest MI ag through the Let’s E-A-T Program. Big thanks to Schultz Family Farm Market, Texas Corners Brewing, & Lawton Ridge Winery for showcasing how local ag powers local business!

WHEAT WEDNESDAY: The wheat is progressing nicely in New York, as shown in pictures taken last week and last month, respectively. Harvest is on the horizon! How do farmers know if a field is ready? A good indicator is when the heads are starting to tip.

It’s #NationalEatYourBeansDay! At Star of the West, we’re proud to support the dry bean supply chain—from black beans to food-grade soybeans. Today, we celebrate the growers and partners who bring them from field to plate!

Tune-In Thursday: Catch Dennis Pennington as he gives tips and advice for Michigan wheat growers as we near harvest with Terry Henne and Laken DuRussel on Farm Service Radio – WSGW 100.5 & 790 AM. Don’t miss this insightful conversation on Michigan wheat and the season ahead!

#SustainabilitySaturday: Saginaw County growers—join the first Twilight Grower Gathering on July 23 from 5–7 PM at 5Heart Earthworm Farm in Birch Run! Tour the farm, learn about vermicomposting, and enjoy a potluck with fellow growers

#SUNDAYSHOWCASE

Wheat harvest officially kicked off on July 5th, with the first load delivered to Gera! Check out the photo below! Loads also came into our Gilford and North Branch facilities. Here’s to a safe and successful harvest season ahead!

Meet Our 2025 Interns: Derek Schornack, Agronomy Intern in Rapson! Derek is currently studying Agricultural Industries at Michigan State University. We’re looking forward to all the value he’ll bring to the team this summer!

Wheat Wednesday: These side-by-side photos from Marc R. at our Churchville, NY location highlights the rapid progression of wheat maturity. In just one week, the crop has advanced significantly, a clear sign that harvest is on the horizon.

#ThrowbackThursday: Harvest is rolling in 2025! This snapshot of a simpler setup—John Deere, McCormick combine, and a classic barn—reminds us that while tools change, the dedication stays the same.

#FarmerFriday: Harvest is officially underway in Richville! These photos from David R. Miller show the first two wheat loads arriving on July 8, 2025. Here’s to a safe and successful harvest across Michigan!