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U.S. and Taiwan sign reciprocal trade agreement
Last week, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative announced the signing of a reciprocal trade agreement between the U.S. and Taiwan. U.S. Meat Export Federation President and CEO Dan Halstrom said the agreement includes significant market access gains for U.S. red meat exports, including beef, where Taiwan is already the fifth largest market. U.S. pork has been at a trade disadvantage with competitors in Taiwan with both tariff and non-tariff barriers. There are also consumer trust issues...
USDA?s numbers are favorable for soy demand & prices
On June 30th the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) released their Acreage & Grain Stocks Report. It was the first planting information we received since March and gave us a picture of demand going forward. While it was by no means earth-shattering, the...
Drought conditions found in much of the U.S.
The latest Drought Monitor shows much of the U.S. is dealing with dry conditions. All but 16 percent of the West region is in some form of drought, with 28 percent considered D3-D4, the worst drought classifications. Another 16 percent of the South region is...
Farmland values continue to be up for first half of the year
We have been seeing some record-breaking land prices in Iowa in the past few months, and the trend just isn?t being seen within our borders. The prices for good farmland have continued to remain high despite the economic setbacks we have had so far this year.What is...
Rep. Feenstra talks cattle markets, input costs, biofuels, and more
In the current economy, it?s more difficult than ever for ag producers to operate. They have to deal with unfair market competition, rising input costs, and an administration that doesn?t seem to want to prioritize their needs. However, Iowa 4th District Congressman...
PFI highlights diversified agriculture at 3 Bee Farms
In most cases, it?s important to not have all of your eggs in one basket. That holds especially true for farmers. Since they depend upon such volatile prices in order to make profits, you?ll almost never find a farmer who only specializes in one crop. By investing in...
Livestock economist foresees a decrease in beef production for remainder of 2022
A lot of aspects don?t seem to be going in the favor of agriculturalists on the producing side of things so far this year. One area that producers have had difficulties this year is in the beef cattle industry, but what does that look like for producers during the...
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Hinson talks current legislative efforts
While the Farm Bill is still one of the top priorities for Congress right now, there are still plenty of other legislative efforts going on at the same time. Iowa Congresswoman Ashley Hinson said Congress has voted to condemn the EPA?s WOTUS rule, and they?re going to...
New survey shows strong public support for Farm Bill passage
A new study by Morning Consult for the American Farm Bureau Federation finds strong public support for Farm Bill reauthorization. Kari Barbic, AFBF Communications Director, said the survey explores the public?s awareness of the farm bill, its impact, and priorities...
ISA building relationships during trade mission to Egypt and Morocco
The Iowa Soybean Association is currently leading a trade mission in north Africa with trips to Egypt and Morocco designed to promote U.S. soy and build relationships and customer preference.ISA President Randy Miller joined the Iowa Agribusiness Radio Network from...
NK corn excited for big 2024 seed rollout
The 2023 planting season will be upon us very soon and farmers have their seed selections locked down. But any good farmer knows that they are always thinking to the future. We will face challenges this year, that may make us rethink the hybrids we are using, or maybe...
State AGs seek right to repair
A group of state attorneys generals recently asked Congress to pass expansive Right-to-Repair legislation targeted at cars, farm equipment, and digital electronics. In a letter to the House and Senate Commerce Committee, the group says, "The Right-to-Repair is a...
