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U.S. pork industry eyes growth in Vietnam & beyond
As the pork industry continues its push to expand global demand, the importance of both established and emerging markets is more evident than ever. While long-standing trade relationships remain vital, there’s growing momentum behind newer and evolving partnerships. One standout example is Vietnam, a market that’s showing steady growth and increasing value for U.S. pork exports. It’s a promising sign for producers looking to diversify their global reach. We spoke with Dr. Trachelle Carr,...
Why do Biden tax proposals worry farmers?
Many people are talking about the tax proposals from President Biden. Farmers have been very vocal about their concerns. While many urban residents in the middle and lower classes might be excited about ?taxes on the rich", rural residents are trying to plead their...
USDA announces updates to livestock insurance policies
The Department of Agriculture (USDA) this week announced updates to livestock insurance policies for 2022 and beyond. USDA says the updates are designed to improve options for producers and to create additional opportunities for producers to participate.The changes...
IEDA lauds Iowa?s virtual trade mission with Japan
COVID-19 restrictions didn?t stop Iowa officials from finding a way to meet with leaders in Japan, which is one of the state?s leading Ag export markets.Governor Kim Reynolds and Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig ? along with several Iowa and U.S.-based organizations...
Experience superior sulfur release with SO4 from Calcium Products
The team at Ames-based Calcium Products says sulfur needs to be released at a steady rate throughout the growing season in order to meet your crop?s needs.SO4 from Calcium Products supplies a balanced initial sulfur release and a steady supply throughout the growing...
Moderate drought conditions emerge in northeast Iowa
Drought conditions have emerged in northeast Iowa this week.Iowa State Climatologist Dr. Justin Glisan says D1 Moderate Drought was introduced in northeast Iowa on this week?s U.S. Drought Monitor. The report also reveals an expansion of abnormally dry conditions...
Soybean sales highlight U.S. Export Sales Report
The U.S. Department of Agriculture released its weekly U.S. Export Sales Report on Thursday.Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride says data for the week ending April 22nd shows mostly neutral sales overall, with a bullish surprise for old crop soybeans.?They were...
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Union expects CNH strike to last up to six months
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Opening Market Podcast – Matt Bennett AgMarket.Net 5-6-22
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month and agriculture is a stressful industry.Sometimes there is a misconception that because prices are high at the markets, farmers don?t have any reason to be stressed out. Sure, higher prices make your operation a little more...
Pork Thank You extended to three Iowa cities
On Wednesday, May 4, Iowa pig farmers brought community leaders from Eagle Grove, Fort Dodge and Webster City together to thank them for their continuous efforts to work through Covid-19 issues since the spring of 2020. The pandemic immediately put stress on every...
Closing Market Podcast- Brian Splitt AgMarketNet- 5-5-22
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