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Feenstra discusses plans to make Iowa “the most ag and business-friendly state”
It’s no secret that we are navigating an exceptionally difficult farm economy. Many farmers, particularly at the smaller level, are facing tough decisions on whether or not they can even operate for another year. Iowa Congressman Randy Feenstra is running for Governor, and he said the Iowa ag industry would be his top priority if he were elected to the office. Feenstra said he believes there are several opportunities through the Trump administration that can make the ag community successful....
Gas prices causing drivers to opt for ethanol at the pump
2022 has been a year of high prices at the fuel pump. Renewable Fuels Association President and CEO Geoff Cooper says that has led to drivers taking note of what ethanol fuel blends have to offer in the way of savings.Cooper says high fuel prices have led to a large...
What is the state of the Ag economy? (Part 4: Finale)
We have discussed the challenges, the black swan events, and the geopolitical challenges facing today's markets. The Ag economy is under pressure like it hasn?t been since the 80s. However, we have one thing they didn?t have four decades ago. We have the lessons...
Domestic demand and partnerships create strong pork exports
Excitement for exports continue to grow as Mexico once again is the top market for U.S. pork. Courtney Knupp, vice president of international market development with the National Pork Board, says numbers remain well above last year?s record pace.?They have just been a...
Iowa NRCS sets application date for conservation program applications
DES MOINES, IA, Sept. 7, 2022 ? Iowa farmers and private landowners interested in treating resource concerns on their lands have until Oct. 7 to be considered for priority funding for conservation programs administered through USDA?s Natural Resources Conservation...
Iowa Corn displays conservation practices at Wetland Field Day
Water runoff from farms has been a big issue recently, especially in areas that drain into the Mississippi River. Many farmers were previously unaware of how much nitrogen runs off of their farms and into rivers. Unfortunately, this caused a dead zone to develop in...
Economist foresees fertilizer problems continuing
Input costs are high for farmers right now and one of the biggest price hikes has come from the cost of fertilizer.Fertilizer prices have skyrocketed over the last year or so and with several international factors causing turbulence in the fertilizer industry, the...
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New right to repair MOUs bring industry coverage to 70%
The American Farm Bureau Federation signed two more memoranda of understanding with two agricultural equipment manufacturers. The new MOUs were signed by AGCO and Kubota, providing farmers and ranchers the right to repair their own farm equipment. The MOUs, negotiated...
Instead of cutting costs, try investing in inputs
As the crop season gets fully underway, farmers are often thinking about profitability. But when it comes to profitability, some farmers look for ways to cut costs instead of ways to make more money. Cost cutting isn?t necessarily the best place to look, though,...
Animal disease preparedness a “must have” for farm bill
A strong farm safety net is a concern that has been voiced by nearly all areas of agriculture as a ?must have? for the 2023 Farm Bill. Livestock industry leaders say that animal disease preparedness is another "must have" for the next farm bill.Recent history is proof...
USMEF Spring Conference focusing on U.S.-Mexico trade relations
U.S.-Mexico trade relations will be one of the main topics of discussion at the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) Spring Conference, which is set for May 24-26 in Minneapolis. Guest speaker Kenneth Smith Ramos, a former chief NAFTA negotiator for Mexico, said...
Grains anxiously watch weather while livestock is treading water
Grains took a beating last week. It was a fire sale of corn, soybeans, and wheat. The market conditions have really put pressure on this year?s crop, and there are still acres left to plant.We talk about the ?perfect storm? and what it takes to drive a market higher...
