On Monday the Environmental Protection Agency announced an emergency fuel waiver to allow the summertime sale of E15 in 2025. Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor says her group is grateful for the announcement. Skor says the emergency waiver will save drivers money at the...
The Iowa Corn Growers Association (ICGA), alongside more than 20 other state corn organizations and the National Corn Growers Association, is formally calling on Ford Motor Company to reinstate its production of Flex Fuel Vehicles (FFVs) and reengage in advancing...
Over 600,000 people traveled to Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin, for the 2025 NFL Draft. GENYOUth, an organization founded by American dairy farmers and the NFL, used the hype of the NFL Draft to raise awareness of child hunger. GENYOUth CEO Ann Marie Kroutheim...
In an era defined by rapid change and increasing complexity, the future of agriculture hinges on an unprecedented level of collaboration.The agricultural sector stands at a critical juncture, one that demands a united front encompassing innovation, sustainability, and...
While Trump administration officials suggested last week that a de-escalation of trade tensions between the United States and China could be coming soon, neither side has adjusted recently heightened tariff rates. With China imposing retaliatory duties in response to...
United States Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA) was in Iowa this week to continue his yearly 99 county tour with question-and-answer sessions during his stops. Senator Grassley says he was asked by Iowans about the potential for payments to farmers impacted by trade...
U.S. egg production totaled 8.63 billion in March 2025, a 7% drop from the same month last year. That figure includes 7.35 billion table eggs and 1.28 billion hatching eggs — with 1.18 billion from broiler-type hens and 104 million from egg-type hens. The average...
The export sales might seem a little low this week, but getting any sales with the state of the global economy and President Trump’s tariffs is a good thing. Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride gave an update on the latest corn export numbers from the USDA....
Farmers and ranchers could face higher estate taxes if Congress fails to act before the end of the year. The 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act contains provisions that are set to end in 2025, many of which are beneficial to farmers and ranchers. Samantha Ayoub, an associate...
As agricultural technology continues to evolve, farmers are finding faster and more accurate ways to produce their goods. Among the latest tools gaining traction in the farming community is AI, a technology once known mostly for helping students with research or...
