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H-2A program still needs updating, AFBF says
Farmers and ranchers need a more efficient program for supplying labor. Difficulty finding adequate labor is a common challenge for farmers across the U.S. Phillip Hunter, chair of the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) Ag Labor Issue Advisory Committee, said hired help is vital to his business’s success. Hunter’s nursery uses the H-2A guest worker program to find labor. While the program has certainly been helpful, the system still needs some updates. Hunter urged farmers to get involved...
Study shows what consumers want in a new farm bill
As the House Agriculture Committee plans for the next farm bill, consumers shared their opinions on food and agriculture policy in a new survey from Purdue University.The third Consumer Food Insights report offers a significant look into the popularity of specific...
Iowa Corn applauds Biden?s E15 announcement
The Iowa Corn Growers Association is applauding a recent announcement from President Biden that his administration is removing summertime barriers for E15.Iowa Corn President Lance Lillibridge tells IARN affiliate KMA that the administration?s emergency waiver for E15...
Soybean exports poised to continue strength in 2022
I don?t need to tell you that soybean prices are doing well right now. Demand is strong, and supplies are facing different challenges and victories across the globe. This means that this year?s crop will once again be important for the U.S. Ag industry. With input...
The impact of global food waste on the planet
A recent Farm Journal Foundation speaker series discussed food waste from a global perspective. Roger Thurow of the Hunger Solutions Institute at Auburn University talks about the level of food loss around the world.?It is one of the great outrages in our world today...
Four meatpacker CEOs to testify before Congress
The four CEOs of Cargill, Tyson Foods, JBS, and National Beef Packing have agreed to testify before Congress. Reuters said the meatpacker bosses will discuss cattle markets and price increases for consumers.House Ag Committee Chair David Scott says it?s important to...
Tractor and combine sales lower for first time in almost a year
When scarcity is an issue, usually that means more and faster sales. However, the longer those supplies stay low, the worse effect it has on the marketplace. Soon, there aren?t any options left and then sales dip off.That is what has happened to the tractor and...
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Secretary Naig names Grant Menke as deputy secretary of agriculture
Secretary Naig Names Grant Menkeas Deputy Secretary of AgricultureJulie Kenney to depart after nearly 5 years of dedicated serviceDES MOINES, Iowa (Dec. 19, 2022) ? Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig announced today that Julie Kenney will leave the Department for...
Closing Market Podcast- Bill Moore PRICE Futures Group- 12-19-22
Riley Smith talks with Bill Moore of PRICE Futures Group.
ICA hosts annual Iowa Cattle Industry Leadership Summit
A cold Thursday night last week didn?t stop Iowa?s cattle industry leaders from gathering in Altoona for the Iowa Cattle Industry Leadership Summit. The event serves as a forum for industry leaders to gather and discuss a variety of topics, from government policy to...
Weed control plan critical during early growth of corn and soybeans
While nearing the end of 2022, it is a good time to reflect on the past year and of course start to think about next year and the next growing season. It won?t be long until farmers are beginning to make plans for planting in 2023.The early life cycle of a corn or...
China facing a difficult path ahead as COVID restrictions are lifted
China has recently ended some of its most severe restrictions in a move away from the country?s ?Zero-COVID? policy. The moves should open new opportunities for U.S. red meat as restaurant and food retail eventually rebound. However, Joel Haggard, U.S. Meat Export...
