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U.S. Export Sales Report (4-30-26)
This week’s export sales continued the recent trends we have seen. Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride said the corn sales had another strong report. The soybean sales, however, were disappointing once again. Additionally, there have been no flash sales since last week. McBride said that’s in line with what we usually see at this time of year. The team at Allendale can be reached by calling 800-262-7538, or you can visit allendale-inc.com.
Secretary Naig announces expansion for SE Iowa water quality project
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig announced today that a successful Water Quality Initiative (WQI) project in Mahaska County is expanding into Jasper and Marion Counties while also adding a new phase that focuses on edge-of-field conservation practices. Since...
The promotion of pork cannot be contained in a single month
With it being October and National Pork Month, we have a lot to celebrate. The pork industry is producing quality products for consumers all over the world. However, there is always more work to be done. As we see depressed prices for producers, it is important that...
South American Weather and Crop Update (10-24-23)
Some rain has entered the forecast in South America, but drought concerns remain. Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride gave an update on the latest weather conditions in Brazil and Argentina. Earlier today, ADM CEO Juan Luciano gave a rather bleak outlook on the...
China – U.S. ag companies sign purchase agreements in Des Moines
On Monday the China-U.S. Sustainable Agricultural Trade Forum and Contract Signing Ceremony co-organized by U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC), China Chamber of Commerce for Import & Export of Foodstuffs, Native Produce & Animal By-products (CFNA), Iowa...
Soybean harvest almost complete in Iowa
Let's go for a ride, figuratively speaking of course, in the combine with Iowa Soybean Association Conservation Agronomist Evan Bream. As we start to wind down harvest the latest Iowa Crop Progress report shows that 87% of Iowa soybeans are in the bin. “I'd say that's...
HPAI cases confirmed in Pocahontas and Guthrie Counties
The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) have confirmed two positive cases of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), one in Pocahontas County...
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Final GREET model guidance expected soon
As the month of April winds down, ethanol industry leaders are anxiously awaiting the release of the GREET model which will determine eligibility for tax credits for ethanol used in sustainable aviation fuel. The model will determine the future of the ethanol industry...
U.S. Export Sales Report (4-25-24)
We saw a little bit of rebound for corn in this week’s Export Sales Report. Greg McBride of Allendale tells us what the numbers mean, and how soybeans still are underperforming. However, he still calls this a neutral report. Mexico accounted for most of our sales, but...
Iowa Farm Bureau awards nearly $270k in scholarships to Iowa students
The Iowa Farm Bureau Federation (IFBF) has granted scholarships to 109 current and future college students looking to further their post-high school education within the agricultural industry. Twenty-seven scholarships were awarded to first-time recipients, and 78...
New Midwest Dairy CEO takes over in hectic times
The dairy industry has had a turbulent couple of years, and we all know about the trials and tribulations with trade, supply chain issues, the pandemic, and all of that. Dairy producers have proven their resiliency time and time again. Right now, the industry is...
Landus taking an even greater focus on mental and physical health
Farming is one of the most stressful jobs in the world. Not only is there weight on every farmer’s shoulders to feed the world, but there’s also plenty of other mental and physical challenges they have to overcome on a daily basis. Landus is creating an even bigger...
