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AFBF President offers solutions to Senate Ag Committee
As farmers and ranchers continue to grapple with a difficult farm economy, the Senate Agriculture Committee recently held a hearing to discuss solutions. American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall was one of the experts to present testimony before the committee, and he said the time is now to increase demand for homegrown food, fiber, and renewable fuel. Duvall said that there are several other policy levers that Congress can pull to help farmers and ranchers. Duvall said the...
Pork exports continue upward trend as beef exports settle slightly
U.S. pork exports topped year-ago totals for the second consecutive month in September, while beef exports dipped below the $1 billion dollar mark but remain on a record pace, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF)....
USDA invests in processing capacity
November 4, 2022USDA INVESTS IN PROCESSING CAPACITY: Earlier this week, USDA announced more than $233 million in grants and loans for meat and poultry processors across the U.S. USDA Rural Development State Director in Iowa Theresa Greenfield announced more than $16...
This business could get out of control
When it comes to the volatility we have in the markets, they are usually most affected by politics, inflation in the economy, and our production numbers. This week, all three will come to bear on the Ag markets as we have a busy week of information. Tuesday will see...
Rains are welcome, but we still need a lot more before winter comes
Today, we?re finally getting some much-needed rain across most of the state, but, unfortunately, northwest Iowa is still getting the short end of the stick. However, any rain is better than no rain, and the forecast indicates that we could continue to get more. Iowa...
How the 2022 midterm elections will shape farm policy
The 2022 midterm elections will take place on Tuesday November 8th in the United States. Tuesday?s elections will have far reaching consequences in regard to how farm policy is shaped and how the agricultural industry is allowed to operate.Mary Kay Thatcher, senior...
Wyffels Hybrids announces plans for new Iowa facility
Wyffels Hybrids recently announced their plans for a new site based in Ames, Iowa. The decision was spurred by almost a decade of consecutive sales growth. Jacob Wyffels, Wyffels Hybrids vice president of production, said they chose to build in Ames because it has...
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U.S. pork and beef exports gaining momentum
Led by another outstanding month in Mexico and robust demand for variety meat, exports of U.S. pork continued to gain momentum in May, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). USMEF President and CEO Dan Halstrom said...
World Dairy Summit returns to the USA
There are many countries that produce dairy in the world, and even though we compete, there are common issues that need to be talked about. This is why events like the World Dairy Summit are important. This year?s summit is returning to the United States, and there...
U.S. Export Sales Report (7-7-23)
This week?s export sales were an improvement on what we?ve seen lately, but there?s still no support for the old crop market. Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride provided a breakdown of this week?s U.S. Export Sales Report.McBride added that there have been some...
EPA is leaving potential carbon reductions on the table
Growth Energy, the nation?s largest biofuels trade association, recently submitted comments to the EPA on its proposed tailpipe emissions standards for light- and medium-duty vehicles for model years 2027 through 2032. Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor said the proposal is...
More options for Iowa?s beef producers
Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA) says that in meeting with Iowans on his 99-county tour, he has heard many concerns about consolidation in the beef processing industry and its effect on Iowa producers.USDA recently announced it will award $25 million towards the...
