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Iowa farms are re-evaluating how they use John Deere Operations Center
John Deere Operations Center is already part of many farming operations today, but how it is being used varies widely depending on equipment, connectivity, and how far a farm has gone down the precision ag path. As automation and advanced application technologies continue to expand, the role of Operations Center is shifting from simply collecting data to helping farmers evaluate how those tools are performing and how they fit into the future of their operation. Erin Jost with John Deere says...
The latest on HPAI response in Iowa
Yesterday Iowa Agriculture Secretary Mike Naig talked with IARN about a whole host of topics for Iowa producers of all types in Iowa. Of course, HPAI or ?bird flu?, was top of mind. Yes, this disease has brought bad news along with it for poultry producers in the...
Iowa FFA and ISU CALS developing Iowa?s future ag leaders
The 94th Iowa FFA Leadership Conference took place from April 10-12 on the campus of Iowa State University in Ames. Thousands of FFA members from around the entire state gathered to celebrate another year of learning to do, doing to learn, earning to live, and living...
Avian influenza outpacing ’14/’15 outbreak
The number of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) cases in the United States are outpacing the 2014/2015 outbreak, but the higher numbers might be attributed to improvements in detection and reporting protocols. The American Farm Bureau Federation?s (AFBF) latest...
Ernst pleased with Biden?s E15 announcement
U.S. Senator Joni Ernst says President Biden?s Tuesday announcement to allow summertime sales of E15 is welcome news for Iowans.In an interview with the Iowa Agribusiness Radio Network Wednesday morning, the Red Oak Republican said she and fellow U.S. Senator Chuck...
Consumer Price Index shows inflation rate of over eight percent
Inflation has become a huge concern in the United States. Yesterday we got an update as to how the situation is.The Bureau of Labor Statistics pegged the Consumer Price Index (CPI) at 8.5%. American Farm Bureau?s Chief Economist Roger Cryan says this is the worst rate...
Biden seeks agriculture?s help in lowering gas prices
Profit Matters 4-13-2022President Biden is turning to the aid of biofuels to help lower prices at the pump.During a visit to POET Bioprocessing in Menlo, Iowa on Tuesday, Biden announced an emergency waiver that will allow summertime sales of E15, a move that Iowa?s...
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Farming more efficiently through the use of data collection
Efficiency of farm operations has come into focus for farmers. With input costs high, farmers and producers are eager to use those inputs as efficiently as possible.Stephen Leininger, an AGRIntelligence Information Specialist with Helena, says that farmers are always...
South American Weather and Crop Update (1-17-23)
More rain in the forecast for Argentina means they?re finally getting close to the end of planting season. On the other hand, the fabulous weather in Brazil has produced an enormous crop, which is stirring excitement in South America as Brazilian harvest begins....
Social Security increase followed by increase in scams
The Social Security increase for 2023 is welcome news for seniors, but it?s already being followed by an increase in scam attempts. Social Security benefits and Supplemental Security Income payments are increasing 8.7 percent in 2023. This is the annual cost-of-living...
Optimizing plant health and improving crop performance with biologicals
Each farmer would like to maximize production efficiently and effectively. One area that farmers and producers are turning to in order to optimize plant health and improve crop performance is through the use of biologicals.Corey Nikkel, a senior field scientist with...
RMA to host crop insurance workshop for specialty crops, organics
Farmers in Iowa can attend a USDA's Risk Management Agency workshop to learn more about crop insurance options, including those designed for agricultural producers who grow specialty and organic crops. RMA will host the free in-person workshops Tuesday, January 24, in...
