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Managing weeds during unpredictable spring weather
As we have seen over the past couple weeks, the weather in Iowa can change on a dime. According to NOAA, that variability will continue throughout the 2026 spring season. This can make weed management even more difficult- drier areas will have to be mindful of choosing herbicides with crop safety, and residual protection will be extra important for the areas that receive more rainfall. Dalton Webster, eastern Iowa agronomic services representative with Syngenta, said growers need to make sure...
December WASDE didn’t bring much for the grain markets
As expected, the December WASDE report did not bring much news for the corn and soybean markets to react to. The most significant change came to the corn carryout numbers, which caused the prices to move up slightly. Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride gave a...
Adjuvant technology can get the most out of herbicide applications
At a time when margins are tight for growers, efficiency is the name of the game when applying herbicide. Farmers want to get the most out of their herbicide applications without losing any efficacy of the product. One of the ways in which a grower can enhance their...
Statements on farmer bridge assistance program announcement
ICGA Statement on Farmer Bridge Assistance Program Announcement JOHNSTON, Iowa – December 8, 2025 – Earlier today, the Trump Administration announced the Farmer Bridge Assistance program, offering $12 billion in economic assistance to farmers impacted by low commodity...
RCIS improves claims speed with modern tools
When disaster strikes and a grower needs to file a claim, every day counts. RCIS says that is why they have invested heavily in tools that make the entire process faster, clearer, and easier for farmers. From aerial technology to real-time communication, the goal is...
Establish and maintain a strong crop protection program in 2026
Throughout harvest, farmers are monitoring their fields for problem areas. Now that harvest is wrapped up, it’s time to take those observations and start making some plans for next year. Will Griffin of Valent said a strong pre-emerge program can protect the...
Forecasting winter temperatures and precipitation
The latest weather outlook from the National Weather Service is calling for a La Nina weather pattern that will dictate temperature and precipitation patterns for the winter months. USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says that recent very cold temperatures are in line...
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Notable events in the ag economy in 2025
As 2025 winds down, it is a good time to look back on the ag economy for the year. On the surface the most basic analysis is that it was a tough year for grain producers while livestock producers had a more prosperous year, especially in the cattle sector. USDA Chief...
U.S. beef cooperating with halal certifications in Muslim countries
U.S. beef exports to many Muslim majority countries must meet certain halal certification guidelines, but those requirements can vary broadly from country to country. U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) Director of Export Services Jim Remcheck said USMEF works closely...
Ag forecasts for 2026
Since 2020, AgriBusiness Global has developed a yearly forecast of key events likely to impact global agriculture and agribusiness in the year ahead. Among the top forecasts for 2026 are input prices staying flat or increasing as suppliers compete for farm purchases....
The importance of COP30 for U.S. pork producers
Last month’s United Nations Conference of the Parties, or COP30, was attended by an estimated 50,000 people from around the globe. With representation from industry sectors such as agriculture, energy, transportation, and non-governmental organizations, U.S. pork...
Health care costs strain families in the countryside
Health care has become one of the most unpredictable and financially draining parts of rural life. Premiums continue to climb, choices remain limited, and many families in agriculture are being forced to make decisions that simply do not feel sustainable. Missouri...
