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Bankruptcy filings signal ongoing farm financial stress
Farm bankruptcies across the country remain at levels not seen since the disruptions of the COVID era, and legal experts say that should concern producers and lenders alike. While the pace of filings this year is similar to last year, that does not mean the farm economy is in the clear. Austin Peiffer, an attorney with Ag and Business Legal Strategies in Hiawatha, says the numbers remain elevated compared to historical norms. The American Farm Bureau Federation reports there were at least 158...
South American Weather and Crop Update (10-22-24)
It’s still the rainy season down in South America, which is exactly what the farmers down there want to see. Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride gave an update on the weather in Brazil and Argentina. McBride said planting progress is still behind the average pace,...
FFA encouraging members to “Engage” at national convention
Over 70,000 students in blue corduroy jackets are at the 97th National FFA Convention and Expo in Indianapolis this week. This year’s event starts on Wednesday, Oct. 23 and wraps up with the final session on Saturday, Oct. 26. Amara Jackson, who is serving out her...
Farm bill challenges not going away in 2025
Farm bill challenges will not go away in 2025 if Congress has to punt again on the top farming legislation. That is according to American Farm Bureau Director of Government Affairs Joe Gilson who says that hurdles will remain. A lot will also depend on what the budget...
Biofuel groups welcome Supreme Court decision on SREs
The Renewable Fuels Association and Growth Energy were pleased with a Supreme Court decision on Small Refinery Exemptions. They issued a joint statement saying the Fifth Circuit Court wasn’t the right venue to hear challenges on small refinery exemptions. “Because the...
John Deere updates its Ag training facility
When you work with sophisticated equipment, you need sophisticated training. As the precision agriculture industry has grown, the technology and tools need to be sold and serviced by people who are well-trained in the operation of these machines and can recommend the...
Pork industry using research to overcome trade barriers
Recently published research demonstrates how Pork Quality Assurance® Plus on-farm standards and partnerships between national pork organizations and USDA can overcome trade barriers specific to trichina. Courtney Knupp, vice president of international market...
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Feenstra urging new EPA administrator to support biofuels
As the new administration continues to settle in, it’s important to make sure they are going to make supporting the ag industry a priority. Renewable fuels in particular need to receive the proper support in order to help the U.S. become more energy independent. Iowa...
Zoetis celebrating National FFA Week
This week is National FFA Week, a time to celebrate the immense impact the National FFA Organization has in shaping the next generation of agricultural leaders. Zoetis supports FFA through its Industry Support Program. Clint Mefford, director of U.S. Livestock...
RFA says ethanol can save farm economy again
Renewable Fuels Association President and CEO Geoff Cooper told the 30th annual National Ethanol Conference that ethanol has boosted the farm economy in the past and can do so once again. At the same conference two decades ago, Cooper said that the Renewable Fuel...
No ban coming after new case of Mexican screwworm
Another case of New World screwworm was found in a Mexican cow south of the border. Despite that, USDA says it won’t limit cattle imports from Mexico. Reuters says U.S. cattle supplies in recent months grew tight after Washington blocked Mexican livestock shipments...
Looking for options against herbicide resistance
Herbicide-resistant weeds are becoming more common, catching the attention of farmers and weed specialists across the agricultural industry. While this presents a challenge, experts are exploring new strategies to stay ahead, knowing that developing effective...
