by Dustin Hoffmann | Feb 16, 2026 | 5 Ag Stories, News
Iowa farmers continue to push productivity higher, but new demand has not kept pace with that growth. Iowa Renewable Fuels Association Executive Director Monte Shaw told members that agriculture is once again facing a familiar challenge: more grain than existing...
by Dustin Hoffmann | Feb 13, 2026 | 5 Ag Stories, News
New federal pesticide decisions and evolving endangered species requirements are expected to bring more field-specific guidance for Iowa applicators heading into the growing season. Conversations following the Agribusiness Association of Iowa Showcase highlighted how...
by Dustin Hoffmann | Feb 12, 2026 | 5 Ag Stories, News
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig says farmers and agribusinesses across the state are facing growing pressure from multiple directions, including higher operating costs, workforce challenges, and continued uncertainty in the broader farm economy. Speaking this...
by Dustin Hoffmann | Feb 11, 2026 | 5 Ag Stories, News
Agribusiness leaders from across the state gathered in Des Moines these past two days for the Agribusiness Association of Iowa Showcase, an annual event that brings together agronomists, retailers, and industry partners to discuss the challenges shaping Iowa...
by Dustin Hoffmann | Feb 10, 2026 | 5 Ag Stories, News
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...
