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NPPC optimistic about the future of the swine industry
The spotlights were shining bright on Des Moines from June 3-4 for the 2026 World Pork Expo at the Iowa State Fairgrounds. The highly anticipated event did not disappoint with attendees pouring out from all over the country. The two-day long event provided attendees with the opportunity to connect, learn and more importantly assess the current state of the industry while doing some prospective analysis. Brian Humphreys, CEO of National Pork Producers Council highlighted the meaning of this...
Iowa Nitrogen Initiative is looking for more farmer partners
When it comes to how we can do things better in our farming operations, we are always learning. That is a constant across every generation that has farmed your land. We are always learning how to do things better, more efficiently, and more cost-effectively. Research...
Landus teams up with Wessels Oil Company to create Landus Energy
Towards the end of this year’s Farm Progress Show, Landus announced a collaborative venture with Wessels Oil Company- Landus Energy. This partnership will use the strengths of both organizations to enhance the ability to deliver energy products to consumers. Bruce...
U.S. Export Sales Report (9-19-24)
We are still early in the new marketing year, and we’ve started off with some nice export sales numbers. Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride said the corn sales came in as expected. McBride said the numbers were even better for soybeans. While sales are still...
RFA addresses EPA tailpipe rule and 45Z tax credit guidance delays
Renewable Fuels Association president and CEO Geoff Cooper, in a wide-ranging press call, slammed the EPA’s tailpipe emissions rule and delays in issuing 45Z tax credit rules. Cooper’s group joined other ag-related groups in suing the Environmental Protection Agency...
Secretary Naig urges Iowans to focus on safety this harvest season
With the busy harvest season commencing across the state, Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig is urging Iowans to keep safety top of mind in the field, around the farm and on the road. In recognition of National Farm Safety and Health Week, Secretary Naig has...
Low water levels slowing transport on the Mississippi River
After a spring that was loaded with moisture that busted our multi-year drought and slowed down some of the plantings, it is hard to believe that we are talking about dry conditions and low rivers once again. Low rainfalls around the Midwest have contributed again to...
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Helping Iowa soybean growers stay informed about always changing markets
Domestic and international markets are always changing, and it is important for Iowa soybean growers to stay up to speed on the shifting landscape. To provide insight into global and domestic market trends and their impact on a farmer’s return on investment for 2025...
Make financial planning part of your new year resolutions
Many of us are still working towards our new year resolutions, and a lot of those resolutions are centered around the financial side of our lives. For farmers, an estate plan can offer massive benefits down the road. Matt Roberts, chief planning officer with Syverson...
Soy industry welcomes longshoreman deal
U.S. longshoremen reached a contract agreement with ports and shippers earlier this month, averting a potential strike that could have damaged the American economy and hurt agriculture. Mike Steenhoek, executive director of the Soy Transportation Coalition, said he's...
Aaron Juergens named president of Iowa Pork Producers Association
Aaron Juergens, a hog producer from Carroll Iowa, has been named the new president of the Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA). Juergens was named president this week at the IPPA annual meeting at Iowa Pork Congress in Des Moines. Juergens manages over 100,000...
Farm costs in 2025
A recent poll asked farmers where they plan to cut costs. Equipment purchases topped the list, but farmers also plan to scale back on fertilizer rates, use more generic products and reduce tillage or field passes. The theme that consumed the crops side of agriculture...
