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Iowa Corn Growers applaud suspension of phosphate countervailing duties
President Trump Takes Action to Lower Fertilizer Costs and Support American Farmers Today, President Donald J. Trump signed a proclamation temporarily suspending countervailing duties (CVDs) on certain phosphate fertilizer imports, providing immediate relief to American farmers while advancing the Administration’s broader strategy to strengthen America’s fertilizer supply chain. The temporary suspension will increase phosphate fertilizer availability, improve competition, and help lower one of...
December egg production down three percent
Egg Production in the United States totaled 9.12 billion during December 2024, down three percent from 2023. Production included 7.83 billion table eggs and 1.29 billion hatching eggs, of which 1.9 billion were broiler-type and 95.9 million were egg-type. The total...
Former FSA Administrator heading back to D.C.
Missouri farmer Richard Fordyce is adding more to his wealth of ag industry experience and heading back to Washington, D.C., as the newly appointed Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation. He served in the first Trump administration as the Farm Service...
FMMO rule changes: what dairy producers should know
Recent updates to the Federal Milk Marketing Order (FMMO) rules are set to bring significant changes for dairy producers nationwide. These new regulations aim to address evolving market dynamics, improve pricing structures, and enhance fairness in milk distribution....
South American Weather and Crop Update (1-21-25)
Some drier weather conditions have entered South America, which is partially responsible for the leap in market prices that we saw today. Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride gave an update on the current weather patterns. That dry weather is allowing harvest in...
Upcoming beef reports will signify market trends
While U.S. cattle farmers and ranchers have seen high prices for their livestock, that does translate to increased cost for the consumer. Bernt Nelson, an economist with the American Farm Bureau Federation, said there are several upcoming reports that will tell us if...
Potential Canada and Mexico import tariffs and their impact on ag trade
As President Trump takes office for his second term, policy decisions are being made across Washington D.C. that will have wide reaching impacts in the world of agricultural trade. On Monday President Trump announced he is considering enacting 25% tariffs on Canada...
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Vaccinating birds against HPAI poses trade and logistical challenges
The war on avian influenza may soon include vaccines for birds. However, there are challenges to a nationwide vaccination strategy. USDA is investing significant resources to fight Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, including $100 million into research and development...
Bessent signals optimism as U.S./China trade talks stall in public
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, in an interview with CNBC, expressed optimism that “substantial progress” in U.S./China trade negotiations could be achieved in the coming weeks. However, the overall status of talks remains uncertain, with public statements from both...
2025 World Pork Expo right around the corner
The 2025 World Pork Expo is right around the corner, set for early June in Des Moines, Iowa, and it promises to once again bring together pork producers, industry leaders, and ag enthusiasts from across the country. National Pork Producers Council President Duane...
Caitlin Clark Foundation and Hy-Vee donate over $300k to Feeding America
Today, Hy-Vee and the Caitlin Clark Foundation presented a donation of $300,802.85 to Feeding America at the Food Bank of Iowa. The donation, which is the result of a round-up campaign held across all Hy-Vee stores this past March, will provide three million meals to...
South American Weather and Crop Update (5-6-25)
While the weather is nice and clear in South America, it’s still notably dry. Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride said the weather is supportive for harvest progress in the short term, but the dryness could become concerning if it continues for too long. As it has...
