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U.S. Export Sales Report (2-20-26)
The weekly export sales report was significantly overshadowed by trade deal news and the Supreme Court’s decision to rule against President Trump’s tariff authority, but that doesn’t change the fact that both the corn and soybean markets saw uncharacteristically good sales for this time of year. Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride said this should hopefully bring the corn ending stocks down. McBride said the bean sales weren’t particularly great in a vacuum, but they are relatively high...
Drought conditions found in much of the U.S.
The latest Drought Monitor shows much of the U.S. is dealing with dry conditions. All but 16 percent of the West region is in some form of drought, with 28 percent considered D3-D4, the worst drought classifications. Another 16 percent of the South region is...
Farmland values continue to be up for first half of the year
We have been seeing some record-breaking land prices in Iowa in the past few months, and the trend just isn?t being seen within our borders. The prices for good farmland have continued to remain high despite the economic setbacks we have had so far this year.What is...
Rep. Feenstra talks cattle markets, input costs, biofuels, and more
In the current economy, it?s more difficult than ever for ag producers to operate. They have to deal with unfair market competition, rising input costs, and an administration that doesn?t seem to want to prioritize their needs. However, Iowa 4th District Congressman...
PFI highlights diversified agriculture at 3 Bee Farms
In most cases, it?s important to not have all of your eggs in one basket. That holds especially true for farmers. Since they depend upon such volatile prices in order to make profits, you?ll almost never find a farmer who only specializes in one crop. By investing in...
Livestock economist foresees a decrease in beef production for remainder of 2022
A lot of aspects don?t seem to be going in the favor of agriculturalists on the producing side of things so far this year. One area that producers have had difficulties this year is in the beef cattle industry, but what does that look like for producers during the...
Celebrate your ag mentor through Syngenta #RootedinAg Contest
The pursuit of a brighter future is embedded in the foundation of the ag community. A passion for agriculture has been passed down through generations ? all thanks to the leadership of friends, family members, teachers and more. Growers and the community who serve...
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Lawmakers welcome Vilsack support of PASS Act
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack this week expressed support for their Promoting Agriculture Safeguards and Security, or PASS Act. The legislation would ensure USDA is fully involved in reviewing foreign acquisition of American agricultural land and companies,...
Feenstra talks Farm Bill and WOTUS
As farmers are busy preparing for spring planting, our state legislators are busy working on ag policies. Iowa 4th District Congressman Randy Feenstra talked about what he?s been working on in his office, from this year?s farm bill to WOTUS.When talking with producers...
SNAP disputes raised again as Americans want food security
The Farm Bill: we know it, we love it, and it is being renegotiated again this year. Every five years the largest piece of agriculture and food security legislation needs to be revised. That means every five years we see the usually bipartisan ag committees come...
Hinson talks current legislative efforts
While the Farm Bill is still one of the top priorities for Congress right now, there are still plenty of other legislative efforts going on at the same time. Iowa Congresswoman Ashley Hinson said Congress has voted to condemn the EPA?s WOTUS rule, and they?re going to...
New survey shows strong public support for Farm Bill passage
A new study by Morning Consult for the American Farm Bureau Federation finds strong public support for Farm Bill reauthorization. Kari Barbic, AFBF Communications Director, said the survey explores the public?s awareness of the farm bill, its impact, and priorities...
