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U.S. Export Sales Report (3-19-26)

U.S. Export Sales Report (3-19-26)

This week’s export sales were disappointing all around, but there has been so much major news recently that this is not weighing heavily on the markets. Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride said the corn sales broke their trend of performing above average. On the other hand, a disappointing week in the soybeans is not any different from what has been happening lately. Now that we know roughly how far the meeting between President Trump and China President Xi Jinping will be delayed, McBride...

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Corn growers in search of certainty from year-round E15

Corn growers in search of certainty from year-round E15

There are few certainties in farming. Weather, prices, and regulations are always shifting and forcing farmers to think on their feet. One way to deliver certainty for fuel retailers is through the implementation of year-round E15 says National Corn Growers President...

U.S. dairy industry hoping to see USMCA renewal

U.S. dairy industry hoping to see USMCA renewal

U.S. agriculture groups are watching the pending negotiations between the U.S., Mexico, and Canada as the countries work on renewing the U.S.-Mexico-Canada trade agreement. Tony Rice, the director of trade policy for the National Milk Producers Federation, said the...

Secretary Naig invites Iowans to celebrate Iowa Ag Week March 23-30

Secretary Naig invites Iowans to celebrate Iowa Ag Week March 23-30

Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig is inviting every Iowan to celebrate Iowa Ag Week, March 23-30. The weeklong celebration highlights agriculture’s many significant contributions to Iowa’s economy, communities, and way of life. This year’s celebration is also...

Leasing and financing options shaping equipment decisions

Leasing and financing options shaping equipment decisions

As equipment markets begin to stabilize, the next question for many farmers is not just what to buy, but how to pay for it. With tighter margins and less available cash on hand, financing decisions are becoming just as important as the equipment itself. Corey...

Iowa soybean farmers could see another great crop in 2026

Iowa soybean farmers could see another great crop in 2026

Everybody remembers the diseases issues that plagued the Iowa corn crop last year, but soybeans were able to quietly have a successful year for yields. Chris Pritchett of Pioneer said Z-Series soybeans have gained a strong presence here in Iowa. Every year, the top...

AFBF concerned about proposed UP-NS rail merger

AFBF concerned about proposed UP-NS rail merger

The $85 billion merger between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern railroads would create the first coast-to-coast railroad across 43 states. Danny Munch, economist for the American Farm Bureau Federation, said the big concern is the loss of competitive pressure across...

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U.S. Export Sales Report (3-19-26)

U.S. Export Sales Report (3-19-26)

This week’s export sales were disappointing all around, but there has been so much major news recently that this is not weighing heavily on the markets. Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride said the corn sales broke their trend of performing above average. On the...