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New study details positive interactions between cattle and sage grouse
A new study from the University of Idaho highlighted the interactions between cattle and sage grouse populations. The 10-year study confirmed that cattle grazing does not negatively impact greater sage grouse- in fact, it actually benefits the species through building robust habitat, increasing forage, and reducing invasive grasses that lead to catastrophic wildfires. Kaitlynn Glover, executive director of the Public Lands Council and NCBA Natural Resources, said they are very pleased with the...
Securing additional coronavirus relief proves difficult
President Donald J. Trump is calling on lawmakers to amend the $900 billion coronavirus relief package, passed by Congress late Monday.President Trump shared a video message on Tuesday, which addresses the legislation. President Trump calls the bill "a disgrace," as...
Light export sales in latest USDA report
The weekly US Export Sales Report was released a day early since federal government agencies are closed on Christmas Eve. Allendale commodities broker Greg McBride tells the Iowa Agribusiness Radio Network that corn and soybean exports were soft on this week?s report,...
USMEF reviews recent National Pork Board study
Leaders with the US Meat Export Federation have been reviewing a recent National Pork Board study that identified emerging opportunities for US pork in Vietnam and the Philippines. The NPB reports, prepared by global research firm Gira with funding from the Pork...
Cumberland farmer recognized in NCGA Yield Contest with Dekalb corn
Each year the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) holds a nationwide yield contest to encourage farmers to think outside the box when it comes to production. It helps them realize how they can unlock the potential in the corn hybrids we are planting. Farmers...
China 2020 soybean imports to reach record
China?s soybean imports are expected record-high, according to Reuters. The nation is expected to import more than 100 million metric tons of soybeans in 2020, as the nation looks to rebuild its hog herd, boosting demand for protein. An executive with China?s...
Agriculture receives $13 billion in latest stimulus
U.S. Congressional leaders Monday passed a $1.4 trillion omnibus spending bill and $900 billion coronavirus relief package. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) calls the deal "a major agreement that struggling Americans have needed for months."Agricultural...
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ISA focuses on interactivity at Innovation to Profit Conference
Producers from throughout the state and beyond came to the Iowa Soybean Association?s Innovation to Profit Conference last Thursday to hear from soy industry leaders on how to increase profits and to figure out what to expect for this year. However, the reverse was...
Smart Locker launches tool for meat processors facing supply chain issues
When the COVID-19 pandemic began in the U.S., the country went into a food scarcity panic. Small and mid-sized meat processors were hit especially hard by this incredible demand, and most of them were simply unable to keep up. Many of them are booked out for years....
Duvall says Ag is dedicated to protecting the environment
American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall says agriculture is dedicated to sustainability and protecting the environment.Duvall recently told farm broadcasters that American agriculture seeks to get the most out of their livestock and crops while ensuring a bright...
Latest WASDE affirms great pricing environment for U.S. soybeans
The USDA?s February WASDE report helped affirm a positive pricing environment for U.S. soybeans, according to leaders of the United Soybean Board.Mac Marshall, United Soybean Board VP of market intelligence, says the recent WASDE report showed notable reductions to...
Corn in Northern Iowa may see similar challenges in 2022
Last week, we looked back on the 2021 growing season, and ahead for the 2022 crop year. We talked about the variability of growing conditions in the state, and how farmers in the southern part of the state came through the crop cycle. There were pleasant surprises,...
