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November pork and beef export below year-ago levels
Exports of U.S. pork remained relatively strong in November but were below the large total reported in November 2024, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). Lamb exports were a bright spot, posting the largest volume since July and highest value since May. USMEF President and CEO Dan Halstrom said November pork export value per head slaughtered was outstanding at $70.26, even though that value is slightly below a year ago. The average for...
USDA NASS to livestream agricultural data briefings
On March 30, USDA?s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) will livestream the Secretary of Agriculture?s data report briefing for the first time. This and future Secretary data briefings will stream on NASS?s YouTube channel five minutes after NASS reports...
Challenges on the horizon for ag in 2022, 2023, & 2024
When you come off a string of growing seasons that have seen significant challenges, the last thing you want to do is think about the challenges that await you in the coming growing seasons. Now, just because it is the last thing many of us want to think about,...
EPA approves label amendments to restrict use of over-the-top dicamba
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved label amendments that further restrict the use of over-the-top dicamba in Minnesota and Iowa. The amendments, requested by pesticide registrants in consultation with those states, are intended to reduce risks...
AFBF looking for applications for Ag Innovation Challenge
The American Farm Bureau Federation, in partnership with Farm Credit, is seeking entrepreneurs to apply online for the 2023 Farm Bureau Ag Innovation Challenge. Emma Larson, AFBF Director of Industry Relations, said she encourages rural entrepreneurs to apply.?The Ag...
Iowa Corn Promotion Board encourages use of biofuels
The Iowa Corn Promotion Board was touting the benefits of ethanol fuel blends at last week?s Commodity Classic show.The Iowa Corn Promotion Board works to develop and defend markets, fund research, and provide education about corn and corn products. Board president...
Adding SmartStax PRO to Channel corn seed helps control CRW
Bayer?s SmartStax PRO with RNAi Technology is ready to battle corn rootworm this growing season.Corn rootworm doesn?t distinguish between farms and hybrids. It has a single mission and that is to eat all of the corn plants that it can and grow the species. Lauren...
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Final Cattle on Feed Report of 2022 meets expectations
The final Cattle on Feed Report of 2022 was generally in line with pre-report estimates. Dr. Derrell Peel, a livestock market economist with the Oklahoma State University Extension Service, provided a breakdown of the numbers.?This December cattle on feed report shows...
Report shows price increases for different food types
A new USDA report shows retail food prices increased 8.9 percent in the first seven months of this year. That increase is higher than the rate over the same period last year and 2020. All 13 food categories in the USDA report experienced faster price increases so far...
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Mosaic Company adds new biologicals: PowerCoat? & BioPath?
Times have certainly changed when it comes to how we keep our soil and plants healthy in our farming operations. Soil health has come to the forefront of agriculture just as much as plant health and animal health has. While you're giving your plants the nutrients they...
Technological advancements allow CLAAS combines to maximize performance
When harvesting crops, efficiency and effectiveness of harvesting equipment is of vital importance. After a growing season of ups and downs and trials and tribulations, farmers need reliable equipment that helps the operator in all aspects of harvest.That's Jeff Gray,...
