Breaking ground

Corn: the crop that shaped the new world

Corn: the crop that shaped the new world

Corn isn't natural. It was engineered by a clever group of indigenous people who had no way of knowing they were playing a key role in what is now the world's 2nd largest produced crop.

The 20 largest U.S. landowners in 2017

The 20 largest U.S. landowners in 2017

From private bison herds and massive timberland forests to iconic ranches and the largest private, contiguous tract in the U.S., these landowners’ portfolios are extraordinary.

The 20 largest U.S. landowners in 2016

The 20 largest U.S. landowners in 2016

Land remains a popular investment and wealthy people continue to snatch it up. A large portion of the U.S. is owned by a few people, and there’s a chance you’ve never heard of them.