We have Data collection going on almost constantly on the farms. You have data from your tractors, planters, drones, and more. All this data is designed to help you make informed decisions, but how do you make sense of it all. Climate FieldView is doing just that....
Iowa Agribusiness Radio Network farm broadcasters speak with commodity brokers from several different firms on a regular basis. One thing they all agree upon is the fact that farmers/ranchers could benefit from having a grain marketing plan in place. But many struggle...
We grow more soybeans than we can eat. American farmers have expected export sales to come from those who do not have enough plant protein grown in their countries for human or animal feed. In the real world, there is competition from Brazil and other major exporters,...
"It's been a trying year," says Ronnie Russell, American Soybean Association Governing Committee member. Russell spoke to the Association's priorities at the 72nd annual National Association of Farm Broadcasting convention.AUDIO: Ronnie Russell, American Soybean...
There is a growing demand for American Lamb, according to Jim Percival, of American Lamb. Percival shares how producers can increase lamb sales, as well as how to better protect their herds from predators.AUDIO: Jim Percival, American Lamb
Edwin Elfmann serves as senior vice president of agricultural and rural banking policy for the American Bankers Association. Elfmann speaks to the current condition of the farm economy. He says there is concern about liquidity and working capital, on the producer...
AGP is the largest cooperatively owned soybean processor in the United States. Adam Piper, merchandising manager for AGP in St. Joseph, Missouri, speaks to the current climate of soybean processing.AUDIO: Adam Piper, AGP
Mike Steenhoek, executive director of the Soy Transportation Coalition, speaks to a variety of factors impacting transportation. He reflects on challenges presented throughout the year and speaks to the increased need for infrastructure.AUDIO: Mike Steenhoek, Soy...
Relationships with government - You will probably say you do not have a good one. But if I specifically single out the Farm Service Agency (FSA) in your county, you may be more generous in your comments.Richard Fordyce, administrator of Farm Service Agency, talks...
United States politicians are heavily focused on trade, especially with Canada, Mexico, China and Japan. Recently they have invested time and interest into non-tariff trade barriers.A farm advocate speaks to non-tariff trade barriers threatening U.S. producers.AUDIO:...
