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Northwest Iowa crops nearing the finish line and the start of harvest
Harvest for corn and soybeans is not in full swing yet in northwest Iowa but combines will be out in force very soon. Northwest Iowa Beck’s Hybrids agronomist Eric Bartels says that harvest for silage corn is underway. Bartels mentions the target moisture level for corn and when farmers should begin harvesting. He adds that the differences between fields which were treated with fungicide and left untreated are stark this season. For more agronomic data and advice visit...
There may be some headwinds in the cattle market yet
When you look at the cattle prices, you have to feel pretty good overall. Markets seem to be favoring producers. They are able to hold out until the packers are paying what they want. While inputs and feed costs are higher as well, you should still be able to make...
USTR establishes second trade dispute panel on dairy access to Canada
U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai this week established the second U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement dispute panel regarding access to Canada?s dairy market. Dave Salmonsen, American Farm Bureau Federation Senior Government Affairs Director, said the case stems from...
NPPC reacts to first senate ag farm bill hearing
The National Pork Producers Council applauded the first farm bill hearing in the 118th Congress. The organization is pleased the Senate Ag Committee is taking up issues important to the pork industry. In 2021, the U.S. exported 8.1 billion dollars worth of pork to...
How to decide when to expand grain storage on your operation
The Iowa Ag Expo was held this week at the Iowa Events Center and Wells Fargo Arena. It is the third largest indoor ag show in the country bringing thousands of farmers together to discover the latest and greatest in agriculture innovation and technology from hundreds...
Avoid common mistakes during winter calving
Calving season is approaching fast, and the cold winter temperatures can cause a lot of complications this time of year. As such, cattle producers should prepare themselves now in order to avoid making common mistakes during winter calf care. Ben Ekern, Midwest sales...
U.S. Export Sales Report (2-2-23)
For once, corn actually outperformed expectations with strong sales. Soybeans weren?t as positive, but they were still decent. Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride provided an analysis of the latest U.S. Export Sales Report.Flash sales were quieter this week, but...
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No shortage of support for Special Olympics athletes in Bacon Buddies
Sixteen Special Olympics athletes had the chance to show pigs at this year’s Bacon Buddies Show at the Iowa State Fair. A collaboration between the Iowa Pork Producers Association and Special Olympics Iowa, the show seeks to provide Special Olympians with a unique...
Focusing on conservation with IFB at ISF
Focusing on conservation at the Iowa State Fair. It’s the theme for the Iowa Farm Bureau Booth this year, recognizing leaders in conservation along with outstanding practices. It’s an ongoing effort to minimize tillage and maximize efficiency and Iowa Farm Bureau...
Iowa farm environmental leader awards highlight Iowa’s land stewards
The Iowa Farm Environmental Leaders awards were presented at a ceremony on Wednesday at the Iowa State Fair. The awards recognize the voluntary actions of farmers that improve or protect the environment and the state’s natural resources.The Iowa Farm Environmental...
Ernst talks concerns over China & American Ag
We have been talking at the state fair on several ag issues. Whether it is crop prices, Prop 12, land prices, or more, folks are concerned about the future of agriculture. Not only the cost of getting into the business and staying profitable but also how much China...
Hinson talks EATS Act and Farm Bill at ISF
The Iowa State Fair is one of the best exhibitions of the state’s agriculture, so, naturally, our state legislators are out as well to represent our various commodity groups. Iowa Congresswoman Ashley Hinson stopped by the IARN tent outside of the cattle barn to talk...
