by Dustin Hoffmann | Jul 22, 2025 | 5 Ag Stories, News
The 2025 growing season has brought a mix of promise and uncertainty to Iowa’s farmlands. After years of drought conditions, this year’s plentiful rains have blessed the crops with lush growth, particularly across much of the Corn Belt. However, while the green...
by Dustin Hoffmann | Jul 21, 2025 | 5 Ag Stories, News
Farmers across the country continue to face uncertainty as they await the finalization of a long-term Farm Bill. While the recently passed reconciliation package included temporary provisions aimed at supporting agriculture, it doesn’t offer the stability producers...
by Dustin Hoffmann | Jul 18, 2025 | 5 Ag Stories, News
Farmers across the country rely on their local USDA offices for a range of services, including conservation programs and crop insurance support, but concerns are growing that these services could be at risk. With staffing shortages already placing strain on field...
by Dustin Hoffmann | Jul 17, 2025 | 5 Ag Stories, News
The capital gains provisions in the Reconciliation Bill have become a hot topic, in part because they paint with a broad brush. While critics argue that the changes are a tax break for billionaires, the reality is more nuanced, especially for the agricultural sector....
by Dustin Hoffmann | Jul 16, 2025 | 5 Ag Stories, News
The pork industry is facing a complex web of challenges — from animal disease and global trade pressures to regulatory scrutiny and shifting consumer expectations. At times, it can feel like there are too many irons in the fire and not enough hands to manage them....
