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New Agronomy Zone introduced at 2026 Farm Progress Show

New Agronomy Zone introduced at 2026 Farm Progress Show

The Farm Progress Show is in Boone Iowa this year and takes place this week September 1st-3rd. The show has always been a premier spot to see the latest agricultural technology in action, but it has added a new permanent display to showcase the newest crop inputs and technology. Matt Jungmann is the director of events for Farm Progress and he says the new Agronomy Zone features research-grade plots designed to help farmers make informed decisions. Jungmann says a lot of work has gone into the...

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USDA implementing three-stage cattle import protocol

USDA implementing three-stage cattle import protocol

After halting imports to limit the spread of New World Screwworm, the U.S. is importing cattle from Mexico once again. As imports resume, a three-stage protection protocol will help to control the further spread of NWS in the U.S. Alan Huddleston, USDA acting chief...

Iowa field trials show biological treatment differences

Iowa field trials show biological treatment differences

Wet conditions earlier this growing season created opportunities for disease development in Iowa fields, even as much of the state's corn and soybean crop continues to show strong yield potential. NewLeaf Symbiotics plant pathologist Allison Jack recently traveled...

Muhlbauer talks top ag issues facing Iowa farmers

Muhlbauer talks top ag issues facing Iowa farmers

Global wars, supply chain issues, and volatile market prices have created a difficult ag economy across the board. Farmers and producers are searching for solutions that can help them to not only navigate this economy but improve their financial standing as well. Dave...

Iowa farmers closely watching as corn futures climb above $5

Iowa farmers closely watching as corn futures climb above $5

August is often when the picture begins to clear up on yields and the market begins to gain confidence in the numbers. Although there is a wide range of factors that are exerting influence on the corn marketplace right now, traders are betting on smaller yields than...

U.S. Export Sales Report (8-27-26)

U.S. Export Sales Report (8-27-26)

Old crop sales hit marketing year lows, but old crop sales are not very important at this time of year. Shipments, however, were robust, and they could lead to favorable market conditions for the new crop marketing year. Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride said...

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