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Iowa Corn Day puts spotlight on everyday impact
The Iowa State Fair is always a showcase for agriculture, and on Iowa Corn Day, the spotlight turns to the state’s leading crop. From food and fuel to global exports, corn’s impact reaches far beyond the fairgrounds. It’s also a chance for leaders in the industry to share how they’re working to grow demand and connect with consumers. One of those leaders is Joe Roberts, the incoming president of the Iowa Corn Promotion Board. He says Iowa Corn Day is about more than celebration — it’s about...
Iowa?s dairy industry continues to improve
Iowa is famous for its high level of agricultural production, especially when it comes to grains and meat production. But what about Iowa?s dairy industry? Believe it or not, Iowa actually ranks towards the top of the nation in dairy production as well. The state...
The future in oral vaccines for PEDV
During the America?s Cultivation Corridor Press Conference at the World Pork Expo last week, they discussed an array of topics dealing with innovations in pork production. One topic that was heavily discussed involved the Mazen Animal Health oral vaccinations for...
Secretary Naig talks biosecurity lessons
World Pork Expo was a time in which pork producers got together from all over the globe to talk about many subjects impacting the industry. One of those is Foreign Animal Diseases (FAD). This is a topic that goes beyond the pork industry and affects all animal...
FFA members prepare for careers in plant systems pathways
This summer, 45 FFA members from across the country will arrive in St. Louis, Missouri, to explore careers in the plant industry. It?s all part of the Next Gen Conference offered by the National FFA Organization. The conference, which began in 2020, focuses on...
NPPC has a new look and a new perspective
Last week at the World Pork Expo, the festivities were kicked off by the National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) kicking off a new logo and website for the organization. While the support pork producers have come to expect will stay the same, there is just a new way of...
South American Weather and Crop Update (6-14-22)
Most of Argentina and Brazil will continue to see dry conditions, so there?s not too much to worry about for South America?s crops right now. The dry weather will allow harvest to continue at a good pace. Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride said there?s some rain...
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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...
Impending Mexican corn ban looms in Senate Ag Committee
We have been discussing this for almost a year now. The impending ban by the Mexican government on GMO corn from the United States. The two countries have been negotiating, and even saw the Mexican government postpone the ban another year, but that is about as far as...
NCBA announces policy priorities
The National Cattlemen?s Beef Association released its policy priorities for 2023. The priorities focus on advancing animal disease preparedness, protecting voluntary conservation programs, and defending producers from regulatory overreach. ?Our focus is helping to...
