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Two wars add uncertainty to grain markets
Geopolitical tensions continue to influence grain markets as conflicts in both the Middle East and Eastern Europe create uncertainty for global energy and agricultural trade. Ag economist Frayne Olson says the latest developments in the Middle East could have indirect impacts on farmers through higher energy costs, including fertilizer, diesel fuel, natural gas, and propane. While energy costs are one concern, Olson said geopolitical events can also influence grain prices through financial...
Food banks “rescue” food from going to waste
Today is Earth Day on the calendar, but every day is Earth Day at every level of the ag industry. We’ve talked extensively about how farmers are using conservation practices to take care of the land, but there are efforts to keep Earth healthy on the other end of food...
AgView provides practical solutions for producers
AgView® is the Path to Protection™ promoting business continuity by uniquely making disease traceback and pig movement data available to animal health officials. This Checkoff-funded opt-in technology receives feedback from users about updates and enhancements to the...
Ag groups react to USTR shipping announcement
The U.S. Trade Representative’s Office released its final actions related to Section 301 fees on Chinese-made vessels arriving at American ports, making significant changes from the initially proposed actions. “Our concern all along has been that any fees placed on...
South American Weather and Crop Update (4-22-25)
There hasn't been too much change in the weather and crop conditions for South America. Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride said the nearby forecast still contains some decent rain. Those weather patterns are projected to keep going even in the longer-term...
Proper vaccine handling protects your livestock
Vaccines play a vital role in safeguarding the health of livestock, serving as a key tool in the fight against infectious diseases. By preventing illness in animals, vaccines not only reduce the need for antibiotics but also help ensure consistent growth and...
Midwest governors pen letter to EPA Administrator Zeldin
Earlier this month, several Midwest governors- including Govs. Kim Reynolds (R-IA), Larry Rhoden (R-SD), Jim Pillen (R-NE), and Mike Kehoe (R-MO)- sent a letter to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin urging the EPA to “establish a 2026 RVO...
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Multiple modes of action are key to fighting resistant fungal disease
The state of Iowa has received consistent rainfall this summer and created concerns about fungal disease pressure for the stretch run of the growing season. Fungicide use has continued to increase in recent years and that has built some worries about fungicide...
PepsiCo and Cargill boosting resilience in Iowa corn production
A new collaboration between PepsiCo and Cargill aims to bolster the resilience in the corn supply chain in Iowa by expanding regenerative ag practices across 240,000 acres of Iowa farmland by 2030. The focus on Iowa is due to the shared dependance of both companies on...
USMEF urging USTR to review access issues in Africa and the Caribbean
The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) is currently conducting its annual review of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), which provides favorable access to the U.S. market for products from some 30 African nations. Those nations are supposed to...
Iowa Barn Foundation 25th annual all-state barn tour September 13-14
If you are looking for something different to do on a September weekend, consider taking a self-guided tour of Iowa’s historic barns. The Iowa Barn Foundation is holding its 25th Annual All-State Barn Tour on Saturday and Sunday, September 13-14, featuring over 100...
Naig: Iowa still needs full Farm Bill
Farmers across the country continue to face uncertainty as they await the finalization of a long-term Farm Bill. While the recently passed reconciliation package included temporary provisions aimed at supporting agriculture, it doesn’t offer the stability producers...
