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Senators push USDA for faster bird flu vaccine plan
A bipartisan group of 23 senators called on the U.S. Department of Agriculture to expedite development of a comprehensive bird flu vaccination strategy amid rising infections in livestock flocks. Lawmakers warn that outbreaks of highly pathogenic avian influenza, or HPAI, have killed millions of birds nationwide, threatening poultry producers already coping with supply chain pressures and volatile markets. While USDA announced plans earlier in the year to pursue a vaccine, senators say the...
Chief Ag Negotiator McKalip speaks with NAFB members in Washington
We talk a lot about trade and the effects it has on the agricultural economy. We have heard concerns from Ag groups about the trade situation and their worries that the administration isn’t being as aggressive on trade as possible. During the NAFB Washington Watch...
U.S. red meat capitalizing on desire for convenience
Consumers across the globe are seeking convenient ways to enjoy high-quality meals without extensive preparation or visiting a restaurant. Home meal replacement (HMR) kits are one way to satisfy this need, and the Korean market is a worldwide leader in the development...
Sustainability highlighted by Pork Cares Farm Impact Report
The latest Pork Cares Farm Impact Report snapshot shares on-farm sustainability measurements from 2022 farm data. Jamie Burr, National Pork Board Chief Sustainability Officer, said the reach of those conservation measures has improved considerably. Burr said the...
Ag trade frustrations becoming bigger focus in Washington D.C.
At a recent hearing in Washington D.C. South Dakota GOP Senator John Thune told U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai that the Biden White House’s refusal to push for market boosting trade deals is having a negative effect on producers. Tai responded that some...
An effective burndown helps get the soybean season started right
As growers are planting no-till and strip-till soybeans, they are focused on getting the crop off to a fast start. Controlling winter weeds and planting as early as conditions allow can go a long way towards a quality start to the growing season. Mike Probst,...
Tickets on sale for BBQ & Brew at the ballpark
(Clive, Iowa) - Tickets are on sale for the second annual BBQ & Brew at the Ballpark. The event takes place on Saturday, June 22 at Principal Park in Des Moines from 2-7 p.m. Organized by the Iowa Pork Producers Association and the Iowa Cubs, this fun afternoon...
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August ending on a very warm note
After we were blessed with amazingly comfortable temperatures for the Iowa State Fair, the temperatures got cranked up a notch just in time for the Farm Progress Show. Fortunately, the temps will be slightly off the highs for the show, as Iowa State Climatologist Dr....
Pork industry needs producer voices and leadership
Producer leadership is paramount to building trust in the U.S. pork industry. Iowa pork producer Al Wulfekuhle, president of the National Pork Board, said his deep love for the pork industry is why he got involved with the Board. Wulfekuhle said he’d like to see more...
Central Iowa is in the spotlight as Farm Progress Show gets underway
The Farm Progress Show is the largest outdoor farm show in the country and a showcase of the newest innovations and technology in agriculture. The show attracts big crowds and with the crowds comes a big economic boost for the central portion of Iowa. Don Tourte is a...
Secretary Naig announces grants for Iowa schools to purchase local food
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig announced today that the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship will provide $2,000 grants to 137 participating school districts or schools to purchase meat, eggs, produce, dairy and other local foods from area...
Canadian Railroad strike was short-lived
Federal Labor Minister Steve MacKinnon intervened on Thursday to impose binding arbitration on the parties involved, just sixteen hours after Canada's two main railway freight lines locked out Teamster Union personnel. A few weeks prior to the deadline, the union had...
