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NCBA provides update on status of New World screwworm
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) was notified late last fall about the detection of New World screwworm in Mexico. Since then, the National Cattlemen's Beef Association (NCBA) has worked closely with USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) to increase surveillance, inspection, and other mitigation efforts. NCBA Chief Veterinarian Dr. Kathy Simmons said they have been working towards expanding the use of the sterile insect technique, which eradicates the species by...
Soybean research center tackles leading production challenge
Iowa Soybean's Research Center for Farming Innovation strives to address on-farm challenges, as well as improve productivity, profitability, and sustainability through farmer-led research.The Association's head of research offers additional insight into issues staff...
Naig pleased Ag included for additional relief
Iowa agriculture leaders continue to monitor the developments in Washington, D.C. regarding additional coronavirus relief. Last week, the U.S. Senate unveiled a COVID-19 aid package that included $20 billion in farm relief. Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig says...
Grassley & Tester highlight beef price disparity on Senate floor
There have been many question marks surrounding the cattle markets in the past few years. Many producers are lamenting low prices while packers have consolidated to a point that there are only four players controlling eighty percent of the slaughter capacity. Those...
USDA invests $69.2 million in rural Iowa water infrastructure
The Trump Administration announced that the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing $69.2 million to modernize critical drinking water and wastewater infrastructure for rural Iowa communities.?Access to safe, efficient, and reliable rural water and...
Newly integrated research center focuses on productivity, profitability
Iowa ranks second when it comes to soybean production. A state commodity organization is working to ensure Iowans can remain profitable in growing the popular crop, all while incorporating sustainable practices.The Iowa Soybean Association (ISA) differs from other...
BRANDT acquires Morton Fertilizer
An Illinois-based Ag services business is expanding into Iowa after it recently purchased a retail agronomy company. BRANDT, a leading retailer of professional agronomic services and manufacturer of specialty input products, has acquired Morton Fertilizer and its...
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Grassley holds ICA roundtable on cattle market reform
Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley met with leaders from the Iowa Cattlemen?s Association Monday afternoon to discuss a recently introduced compromise bill on cattle market reform.Earlier this month, Grassley joined Senators Deb Fischer of Nebraska, Jon Tester of Montana,...
Possible tax credit ahead for soy oil-based aviation fuel
Lawmakers are considering a bill that would allow soybean oil-based jet fuel to qualify for an unprecedented tax credit. That would be a win for biofuel producers and a blow to environmental groups that say crop-based fuels undermine the benefits of producing greener...
Closing Market Podcast – Bill Moore PFG 11-22-21
It was an up day everywhere but in soy meal, oats, and milk. Dustin talks with Bill Moore of PRICE Futures Group.
Senator Ernst says Biden policies contributing to employment crisis
There is no way around it, the country is not only facing a supply chain issue, but also a crisis of workers. In fact, the short supply of workers is one of the causes for the supply disruptions we are seeing. As I have driven around, I have seen various tactics being...
NCGA President reflects on 2021 growing season in Iowa
The president of the National Corn Growers Association says it was a productive 2021 growing season on his northern Iowa farm.Chris Edgington raises corn and soybeans along with his dad, brother and son in St. Ansgar, Iowa. During last week?s Trade Talk event at the...
