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U.S. Export Sales Report (10-29-26)
This week has been mostly quiet in the ag marketplace, and that was reinforced by this week’s export sales. Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride said the corn sales were uneventful, which is not what they need right now. McBride said the soybean sales were strong again this week, which was expected after the USDA reported flash sales last week. McBride said the wheat sales have been weak for quite a while, much like the corn sales. The team at Allendale can be reached by calling...
Grassley discusses path for farm bill passage before end of the year
Senate Majority Leader John Thune told the media in recent weeks that he intends to pass the GOP farm bill before the end of the year, even if it must be attached to other legislation. During his weekly ag conference call on Tuesday, Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA) was...
Producer led domestic marketing advisory committee strengthens demand
The National Pork Board (NPB) recently formed six producer-led advisory committees tied to its strategic plan. The Domestic Marketing Advisory Committee helps strategize market growth across channel partners in foodservice, retail, packers and processors. In addition,...
Grain quality problems can become safety emergencies
As harvest continues across Iowa, farmers are working to get this year's crop out of the fields and into storage. But getting grain into the bin is only part of the job. Maintaining proper storage conditions is essential to protecting grain quality and preventing...
Pioneer announces partnership with country music star to address rural mental health
Over the past year, Pioneer has celebrated a century of providing seed products to farmers and helping them grow and prosper. As they kick off the 101st year as a brand, they are now trying to maintain that support for generations to come. Liz Knutson, Pioneer agency...
Higher diesel costs can change the best grain delivery choice
Higher diesel prices may prompt farmers to rethink where they deliver grain, even when a buyer farther away offers a higher price. The Soy Transportation Coalition offers an online calculator to help producers compare delivery options by weighing grain prices against...
September rains may have damaged soybean crop
Parts of Iowa and other midwestern states were impacted by heavy rainfall in the month of September and the heavy moisture has discolored some of the soybean crop. Those beans discolored by fungus are designated as Soybeans of Other Color, or SBOC, and can have a big...
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Farmers reaching limits of fertilizer efficiency
Farmers are being asked to do more with less, especially with fertilizer. With input costs remaining a concern and profit margins already stretched thin, producers are looking for every possible way to save money. But there is a limit to how much you can cut before...
Corn prices rally despite lack of news headlines
After a few very busy weeks of market news, this week has been much slower. As a result, the markets haven’t had much to trade on so far. Bill Moore of PRICE Futures Group said both the corn and soybeans have been very oversold. Moore said the markets may be...
Cattle demand remains strong despite tight supplies
Strong consumer demand continues to support the cattle market, even as producers manage historically small herd numbers and tighter supplies. Ethan Lane with the National Cattlemen's Beef Association said demand remains one of the brightest spots in agriculture today....
New active ingredients face long road to farmers
Uncertainty brings problems for everyone in agriculture that is trying to build long-term plans and make long-term decisions. In the case of companies that are trying to bring new active ingredients to market and give farmers new tools to battle weeds, pests, and...
Groups react to the EPA reallocation proposal
The Environmental Protection Agency is proposing to restore 100 percent of renewable fuel volumes waived through small refinery exemptions under the Renewable Fuel Standard, a move welcomed by corn and soybean farmers. The proposal would reallocate volumes waived for...
