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New biomanufacturing device makes biological production more accessible
Researchers at Iowa State University (ISU) have developed a biomanufacturing device that could make it much more feasible for companies to produce biological products on a small scale. Funded by BioMADE, the Continuous Taylor Vortex Fermentor-Extractor-Separator combines three expensive steps- fermentation, product extraction, and separation- into one device. Dr. Dennis Vigil, chemical and biological engineering professor at ISU, was one of the researchers who worked on this project. He said...
U.S. Soy panel focuses on global nutrition
U.S. Soy recently hosted a panel at the 2022 Borlaug International Dialogue as part of the 2022 World Food Prize. Polly Ruhland, United Soybean Board Chief Executive Officer, moderated the discussion and addressed how to sustainably feed a growing world.?It was indeed...
USMEF says action is needed on key ag trade nominees
With important trade negotiations on the horizon, there is an urgent need for the U.S. Senate to confirm two key nominees. U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) President and CEO Dan Halstrom said the Senate needs to take action on the nomination of Douglas McKalip as...
Will Mexico?s GMO corn ban be a USMCA violation?
In 2024, Mexico plans to halt all imports of GMO corn. This move has farmers and Ag groups concerned over what we can expect from our second-most important trade partner and close neighbor. The prices of non-GMO corn are higher and could affect the costs for consumers...
USDA wants nomination for the advisory committee on ag statistics
The USDA?s National Agricultural Statistics Service is seeking nominations for the Advisory Committee on Agricultural Statistics. Members of this committee advise the Ag Secretary on the scope, timing, and content of periodic agricultural censuses, surveys of...
How inflation impacted farmers in 2022
Inflation has had an impact on everyone in 2022 and farmers are no exception. Federal interest rates have climbed, and agricultural inputs costs are sky high also.As 2022 winds down and farmers are taking note of expenses, there are some areas that are noticeably over...
Farm loan interest rates rise sharply
Farm loan interest rates increased sharply during the third quarter. The Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City says despite the high borrowing costs, farm real estate values continued higher. However, the rate of increase slowed in the quarter. Following consistently...
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