by Riley Smith | Oct 27, 2023 | 5 Ag Stories, News
The American Farm Bureau Federation’s 2024 Convention is approaching fast, and the organization is partnering up this year with 4-H, FFA, and MANRRS to offer free registration to youth members. David Townsend, assistant director of member engagement, said this...
by Riley Smith | Oct 26, 2023 | 5 Ag Stories, News
On Tuesday, the USDA announced it will make funds available through the Commodity Credit Corporation for a Regional Agricultural Promotion Program aimed at expanding opportunities for U.S. agricultural products in international markets. U.S. Meat Export Federation...
by Riley Smith | Oct 25, 2023 | 5 Ag Stories, News
Practical Farmers of Iowa (PFI) is inviting beginning and aspiring farmers looking for guidance and support to apply for the next round of their Savings Incentive Program. The two-year program helps beginning farmers by providing mentorship from experienced farmers,...
by Riley Smith | Oct 24, 2023 | 5 Ag Stories, News
Some rain has entered the forecast in South America, but drought concerns remain. Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride gave an update on the latest weather conditions in Brazil and Argentina. Earlier today, ADM CEO Juan Luciano gave a rather bleak outlook on the...
by Riley Smith | Oct 23, 2023 | 5 Ag Stories, News
Recently, a group of ag organizations, including the National Farmers Union (NFU), wrote a letter to lawmakers to voice support for the AM Radio in Every Vehicle Act. NFU President Rob Larew said AM radio is too important to rural America for it to be abandoned. “This...
