by Staff Editor | Nov 6, 2023 | 5 Ag Stories, News
House Agriculture Committee Ranking Member David Scott today called to extend the 2018 Farm Bill to offer certainty and support to farmers, ranchers, and foresters as extremism within the House Republican Conference hobbles legislative efforts. “While we continue the...
by Staff Editor | Nov 3, 2023 | 5 Ag Stories, News
The Iowa Corn Growers Association developed language they’d like added to the upcoming farm bill that would review competition and transparency in the fertilizer industry. The language would mandate a USDA assessment of the pricing practices used by fertilizer...
by Staff Editor | Nov 2, 2023 | 5 Ag Stories, News
Today, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack addressed students, agricultural educators, and guests at the opening session of the 96th National FFA Convention and Expo before signing a Memorandum of Understanding with the organization formalizing a partnership to prepare...
by Staff Editor | Oct 31, 2023 | 5 Ag Stories, News
In the third quarter of 2023, the corn sector wrapped up the 2022-2023 marketing year and entered the 2023-2024 marketing year. Geopolitical tensions and international dynamics continue to be factors in the market. Looking ahead, a National Corn Growers Association...
by Staff Editor | Oct 30, 2023 | 5 Ag Stories, News
It looks to be a challenging holiday season ahead for Iowans who need food assistance. Record numbers continue to seek help Last month, Food Bank of Iowa partner pantries served more than 191,000 individuals in 55 counties, an all-time high and continuing the...
