by Riley Smith | Mar 13, 2023 | 5 Ag Stories, News
As planting season approaches, now is the time to make sure your machinery is running smoothly. Choosing the right lubricant can minimize the wear and tear on your tractors and other equipment, which means you can stay in the field longer and finish planting quicker....
by Riley Smith | Mar 13, 2023 | 5 Ag Stories, News
U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) leaders recently gathered in Orlando for this year?s Commodity Classic. As a national organization, it?s very important for the USMEF to join in supporting other commodity groups at the annual gathering. USMEF Chair Dean Meyer, who...
by Riley Smith | Mar 10, 2023 | 5 Ag Stories, News
There is a pig in almost every state in the union, but the geographics of how they are raised vary by location. Dr. Brett Kaysen, senior vice president of producer and state engagement for the National Pork Board, said that there are forty-two state pork organizations...
by Riley Smith | Mar 10, 2023 | 5 Ag Stories, News
Wednesday?s WASDE report contained a few surprises for the grain markets. The primary focus was on the bigger-than-expected cuts to Argentina?s crop from the USDA. Allendale commodity broker Mike Lung provided some analysis on the recent report.Those cuts were much...
by Riley Smith | Mar 9, 2023 | 5 Ag Stories, News
Commodity Classic is an extremely important event for all commodity groups, and the corn industry is no different. The event provides a great opportunity to network and learn from farmers across the country. Several delegates from the Iowa Corn Growers Association are...
