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U.S. bison industry gains access to key overseas markets
The European Commission has proposed legislation that would allow some duty-free access for U.S. bison meat into the European Union. With this legislation, the current 20% tariff on U.S. bison would be eliminated under an annual tariff rate quota (TRQ) for 3,000 mt of bison meat. National Bison Association Executive Director Jim Matheson said U.S. producers have long fought for equal access to the EU market. In a surprise announcement, Australia recently announced an end to restrictions on...
Nearly 70 Choose Iowa members to welcome guests for the Choose Iowa Farm Store Crawl
Nearly 70 Choose Iowa members from across Iowa will welcome guests on Saturday and Sunday, June 21 and 22, for the first ever Choose Iowa Farm Store Crawl. This fun weekend event offers Iowans and tourists an opportunity to explore diverse agricultural offerings,...
Pork sector not immune to Screwworm danger
The New World Screwworm is once again drawing attention as it creeps closer to the U.S. border. While it hasn’t been found in the United States, recent cases further south have raised red flags across the livestock industry. Because this flesh-eating parasite can...
Full extent of effects of tariffs on ag economy is still unknown
The impact of tariffs on consumers is well known. As we pay more to import certain products, consumers are having to compensate for that by paying more at the register. Things are not so clear when it comes to the effects that tariffs have on exports. We know that...
Optimizing feed safety by mitigating risks
Pig health is always front and center at World Pork Expo in Des Moines as ag groups, agribusiness, and producers come together to learn about the latest technologies and management practices for raising healthy animals. The Iowa Ag Radio Network spoke with Mark...
South American Weather and Crop Update (6-18-25)
The forecast in South America has not changed much over the past few weeks. While there is some rain in parts of Brazil and Argentina, much of the two countries will remain dry. Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride gave an update on the latest weather patterns....
Renewable Fuels Association (RFA), Growth Energy statement on Supreme Court SRE decision
In March, the Renewable Fuels Association (RFA) and Growth Energy went before the Supreme Court alongside the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to challenge the ability of refineries to file lawsuits concerning Small Refinery Exemptions (SREs) in different federal...
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Big Beautiful Bill receives final approval from U.S. House
President Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill is done and headed the Independence Day signing that he was looking for. After a lengthy process, farmers will now get updated reference prices; improved crop insurance, livestock, and trade programs; and key tax breaks. House...
Grassley says reconciliation bill contains “key wins for farmers”
On Thursday the United States House of Representatives passed the reconciliation bill by a vote of 218-214. The bill was unchanged from the Senate’s version which passed earlier in the week. United States Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA) opened his weekly conference call...
U.S. Export Sales Report (7-3-25)
The latest U.S. Export Sales Report had good numbers for both corn and soybeans as we head into an extended holiday weekend. Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride said the corn numbers might look lower, but they’re still performing better than the average. McBride...
Family farmers don’t get much independence on July Fourth
As Americans fire up their grills on Independence Day, the National Farmers Union highlights how little independence family farmers have in the marketplace. The “Farmers’ Share of the Food Dollar,” released this week, highlights how little family farmers earn compared...
Hogs also at risk in screwworm battle
The USDA has announced plans to reopen the southern border to cattle and bison imports in a phased approach, signaling progress in the effort to control the New World Screwworm threat. This move comes as positive news for the livestock industry, particularly cattle...
