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Why discipline matters more than market moves

Why discipline matters more than market moves

Risk management is always part of agriculture, but in today’s volatile markets, the fundamentals matter as much as ever, regardless of operation size. Understanding costs, knowing who you are selling to, and being honest about what a balance sheet can withstand are decisions every producer faces, whether the operation is large or small. Those principles were part of a recent conversation with Fallon Savage, senior vice president of corporate credit with Farm Credit Services of America. Savage...

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Farmer bridge payments on track for release this month

Farmer bridge payments on track for release this month

The USDA is on track to deliver the Farmer Bridge Assistance Program payments to farmers. Richard Fordyce, USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation, said things are looking good to get that help in the hands of producers this month. Fordyce said...

China’s lockout of U.S. beef continues to be a top issue

China’s lockout of U.S. beef continues to be a top issue

U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) leaders were on hand as the cattle industry gathered in Nashville for the 2026 Cattle Industry Convention. Top of mind for the industry was the continued lockout of U.S. beef in the China market. USMEF Vice President of Economic...

What to expect in the cattle marketplace in 2026

What to expect in the cattle marketplace in 2026

The cattle industry convention and NCBA trade show was in Nashville Tennessee last week and the Iowa Agribusiness Radio Network spoke with Ross Baldwin of AgMarket.net about what to expect in the cattle markets this year. Baldwin tells the Iowa Ag Radio Network that...

Iowa’s Best Burger Contest returns for 2026

Iowa’s Best Burger Contest returns for 2026

The Iowa Beef Industry Council (IBIC) and the Iowa Cattlemen’s Association (ICA) are proud to announce the return of the Iowa’s Best Burger Contest, inviting Iowans to once again celebrate the state’s favorite beef dish while supporting local restaurants across Iowa....

Stalled renewable fuels growth risks Iowa rural economy

Stalled renewable fuels growth risks Iowa rural economy

Renewable fuels have been one of the most important demand drivers for Iowa agriculture over the past two decades, helping farmers absorb growing productivity while supporting jobs and investment in rural communities. But industry leaders say that momentum has...

ISA reacts to 45z tax credit news

ISA reacts to 45z tax credit news

The soybean markets have seen a ton of support this week, mostly due to the announcement of 45z tax credit guidelines. Soybean farmers across the country have been waiting for this announcement for far too long, and now there is finally a light at the end of the...

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Iowa’s Best Burger Contest returns for 2026

Iowa’s Best Burger Contest returns for 2026

The Iowa Beef Industry Council (IBIC) and the Iowa Cattlemen’s Association (ICA) are proud to announce the return of the Iowa’s Best Burger Contest, inviting Iowans to once again celebrate the state’s favorite beef dish while supporting local restaurants across Iowa....