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Double-check who has access to your farm’s data
As the agricultural industry continues to evolve rapidly, data has become a cornerstone for refining strategies and improving outcomes year after year. From crop planning to equipment optimization, insights derived from data are shaping the future of farming. However, as reliance on digital tools increases, so do concerns around data security. It's not just about preventing unauthorized access—farmers also need to understand exactly what information companies collect and how it's used when...
Livestock shows a success at Ringgold County Fair
Friday was a busy day of showing livestock for 4-H and FFA members at the Ringgold County Fair in Mount Ayr. The 4-H and FFA swine show kicked off at 8 a.m. at the Ringgold County Fairgrounds, located on the north side of Mount Ayr along Highway 169. Of course,...
July scorches the corn belt while precipitation is varied
Considering how challenging the rest of 2020 has been, the one thing we have not had to complain about too much is the crop conditions. Compared to the challenges 2019 brought across the middle of the country, 2020 has been relatively easy. However, that is not to say...
Growers need to keep their eyes on the finish line
There are many distractions out there facing the agriculture industry. Things that are being controlled by outside forces that we cannot affect. Whether it is trade, China, the pandemic, prices, or whatever; farmers can only control what they can control. As we head...
Cattle marketing reform bill introduced in U.S. House
Efforts continue in Washington, D.C. to create a level playing field for Midwest cattle producers.On Thursday, Iowa Representatives Cindy Axne (D-IA-03), Abby Finkenauer (D-IA-01) and Dave Loebsack (D-IA-02) introduced legislation that would increase transparency in...
First Iowa Meat Processor approved for Cooperative Interstate Shipment Program
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig announced today that Story City Locker, LLC, is the first Iowa meat processing facility to be admitted into the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food Safety Inspection Service (FSIS) Cooperative Interstate Shipment...
Dairy industry scrutinizing Canada?s actions under USMCA
The United States ? Mexico ? Canada Agreement has been in place for a little more than a week, and the Dairy industry is already putting heavy scrutinization on Canada?s activities. The deal was seen as a win for U.S. agriculture. One of those wins was supposed to be...
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Farm groups say infrastructure plan will spur rural America growth
Many farm groups are praising Friday?s House approval of the bipartisan infrastructure package.By a 228-206 vote late Friday, the U.S. House passed a Senate-approved $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill, which includes $550 billion in new money. A larger spending and tax...
Biofuels industry still waiting for promised aid a year later
Back in December 2020, and during a different administration, the USDA announced $700 million in relief for the biofuels industry. This was to help offset the hardships of the COVID-19 pandemic. Throughout the year the industry had been left off lists of industries...
Opening Market Podcast – Mike Lung Allendale 11-8-21
Soybeans have broken below $12 as they continue to face pressure ahead of tomorrow's WASDE report. Dustin Hoffmann chats with Mike Lung of Allendale.
Deere workers reject deal, continue strike
Deere and Company employees this week again rejected a tentative contract agreement. By a vote of 45 percent yes to 55 percent no, United Auto Workers (UAW) John Deere members voted down the agreement Tuesday night. UAW says the strike will continue as they discuss...
Opening Market Podcast – Matt Bennett Ag Market.Net 11-5-21
Corn and SOybeans are boh lower to start the morning. Dustin Hoffmann gets the latest from Matt Bennett of AgMArket.Net.
