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Leveraging genetic diversity to combat annual crop issues
Farmers have to deal with unique combinations of diseases, weather events, and pests each crop season. Fortunately, there are things they can do to mitigate the risks of these annual problems. LG Seeds Agronomist Dave Hoy said genetic diversity is one of the main tools farmers can leverage. Each farm has different needs when it comes to seed genetics, and Hoy said that the agronomy team at LG Seeds is more than willing to help farmers find out what hybrids they need. Hoy also highlighted some...
NCGA announces winners of Consider Corn Challenge
The Bio Innovations Midwest Conference just concluded in Omaha, Nebraska, where bio-based products and new ideas took center stage. It was the perfect place for the National Corn Growers Association to announce the winners of its 5th Consider Corn Challenge, finding...
Most of the U.S. experiencing unusually warm temperatures for mid-September
Much of the nation has been experiencing above normal temperatures for mid-September. USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says that despite temperatures remaining warm in the Midwest, the core area of high temperatures will shift soon. Higher than normal temperatures will...
Trump tariffs could fund bailout for US farmers
The Trump Administration is drawing up plans to use tariff revenue to fund a program to support U.S. farmers, the Financial Times reported on Thursday, citing Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins. "There may be circumstances under which we will be very seriously...
Pork industry eyes impact of MAHA guidelines
The Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Report has finally delivered its long-awaited recommendations, and agriculture is watching closely. The findings are expected to influence how federal agencies shape farm policy, food production, and the role of agriculture in...
Food insecurity will only get worse without federal aid
In a time where there is a large amount of uncertainty surrounding government funding, food banks and pantries across the country are certain of one thing: food insecurity is only going to get worse if things don’t change. Here in Iowa, we are seeing hunger growing in...
Secretary Naig announces 9 Choose Iowa Butchery Innovation Grants
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig announced today nine Choose Iowa Butchery Innovation Grant recipients to expand small-scale meat processing capacity within Iowa. The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship says in a press release that these...
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GrainVue can take the guesswork out of grain management
As harvest continues to roll along, now is a great time to think of how to improve things for next year. Managing your stored grain can take a lot of guesswork, but much of that can be removed with an automated system. GSI’s GrainVue system has been helping farmers...
Government shutdown hits farmers at a bad time
The government shutdown comes at a time when farmers are already facing a significant number of headwinds. China is not purchasing soybeans from the United States, prices for commodities are low, and input costs are high. United States Senator (R-IA) and Iowa farmer...
Finalists for Iowa’s best breaded pork tenderloin contest revealed
Iowa’s beloved Breaded Pork Tenderloin Sandwich is back in the spotlight as the Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) narrows its annual competition from 40 contenders to just five finalists. These restaurants now stand among the best of the best, vying for the...
Pork is a versatile and nutritious meal option
Pork can be used in a variety of different ways to make your day easier and healthier. Ashley Martinez, a registered culinary dietitian, says her go-to cut is the heart-healthy pork loin roast. From simple weeknight roasts to more creative dishes—like a pork...
California holds the key to unlocking E15 growth
California has built its reputation on being a leader in environmental policy, but when it comes to fuel choices, it remains the lone state refusing to allow sales of E15. The ethanol blend, which contains 15 percent ethanol and has been proven to reduce greenhouse...
