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Corn and soybean planting near completion nationwide
Most U.S. farmers have nearly finished spring planting as crop conditions remain generally favorable. According to USDA data reported by Successful Farming, 97% of the nation’s corn crop has been planted, while soybean planting is more than 90% complete. Kentucky, Nebraska and North Carolina have already finished corn planting. USDA reports show 67% of the corn crop is rated good to excellent, reflecting favorable weather across much of the Corn Belt. Soybean emergence is also progressing...
New cover crop payment program online database from IAWA
The Iowa Agriculture Water Alliance built an online tool to browse, filter, and compare cover crop payment programs all in one place. It allows you - farmers, landowners, and conservation professionals - to narrow down options and pick the best program for your...
IRFA offering biodiesel rebate for farmers
As harvest begins to ramp up, there are many things you have to think about as you keep the operation moving. With all the trucks, tractors, and combines that are moving around, one input links them all together: fuel. Diesel fuel is a hot commodity right now as farms...
Iowa Cattlemen developing future leaders in D.C.
In order to be an effective grassroots organization, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association needs leaders who are willing to step up and take on the issues facing the cattle industry. The Iowa Cattlemen's Leadership Program helps develop those leaders, and...
Strike at East and Gulf Coast ports would impact meat exports
Contract negotiations between the International Longshoremen’s Association and U.S. Maritime Alliance on a new labor agreement for port workers along the East and Gulf Coasts have stalled, increasing the potential for an Oct. 1 strike. U.S. Meat Export Federation...
Report has few clues for the future of the cattle cycle
Are beef cattle producers beginning to hold back heifers for breeding? Or is the United States beef cattle herd still in contraction mode? Unfortunately, there are few available clues in last week’s September USDA Cattle on Feed report as to the direction the beef...
Cyclone women agree to NIL deal with Iowa Pork Producers
Iowa State Cyclone women’s basketball players Audi Crooks, Kelsey Joens, Addy Brown and Alisa Williams have agreed to work with the Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) to promote pork. In a video released Monday, the four sophomores on the Cyclone women’s...
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Grassley discusses tariff concerns
After taking office last week President Trump announced he is considering introducing import tariffs as high as 25% on Canada and Mexico beginning in February. United States Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA) was asked about the potential tariffs during his weekly ag...
South American Weather and Crop Update (1-28-25)
After some needed dryness in Brazil, rain has reentered the forecast. Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride gave an update on the latest conditions in South America. Harvest is officially underway in Brazil, which means that planters are also following close behind...
Finishing off an exceptionally dry and cold January
Recently, a large arctic air mass has made its way through much of the United States. This is what caused the subzero temperatures in Iowa, and it’s also what brought snow down to the Southeast. Justin Glisan, state climatologist for Iowa, said that, fortunately, this...
U.S. share of China’s soybean market dropped in 2024
China’s soybean imports from the United States dropped five percent in 2024 from the previous year. Reuters says, “U.S. soybean imports were replaced in the Chinese market by shipments from Brazil and Argentina as fears of a renewed trade war between China and the...
Naig highlights IDALS 2025 legislative wish list
The Iowa Legislative Session is officially underway, bringing new opportunities to address key issues across the state. The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS) has outlined its priorities for this year, focusing on initiatives to support Iowa’s...
