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Renewable fuels industry awaiting SRE decision
Several small refinery exemptions wait for a ruling from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the U.S. renewable fuels industry is watching to see what the agency will do. Jacqui Fatka, lead economist for farm supply and biofuels at CoBank, said there are a few questions that are up in the air right now. Fatka said the EPA will likely provide more clarity on their SRE decision relatively soon. For more information, visit cobank.com.
Iowa Delegation united in support of NWS warning system upgrades
Advances in technology are always wonderful and always make what came before it look like two tin cans and a piece of string. However, in the cycle of technology, everything eventually becomes obsolete. A new and better way is always around the corner. The speed with...
Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture launches ?one-stop shop? for STEM educators
The American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture has launched a new, unique online platform for K-12 and STEM educators who want to teach science through the lens of agriculture.The Food and Agriculture Center for Science Education supports educators who teach,...
Senate Ag Committee to hold April 26 hearing on cattle reform bill
The Senate Ag Committee will hold a hearing later this month on Senator Chuck Grassley?s updated cattle market reform legislation.Grassley announced on Twitter Thursday evening that a hearing takes place at 9 a.m. Tuesday, April 26th on the recently updated Cattle...
Case IH provides oil and filter advice for your equipment
A Case IH officials says using the right oil and filters will help farmers save time and money.Troy Schaar, regional parts and service manager with Case IH, talks about what producers should look for in a high-quality oil to protect their machinery.?Your oil really...
Food Bank of Iowa uses $100,000 donation to produce 2,000 meal boxes
The Food Bank of Iowa hosted a group of volunteers on Wednesday to package 2,000 springtime meal boxes.The event was made possible through a $100,000 donation from the Murphy Family Foundation and a partnership with Fareway. While 2,000 meals may sound like a lot of...
Nominations open for 2022 Iowa Conservation Farmer of the Year
The nomination period is open to recognize the 2022 Iowa Conservation Farmer of the Year.Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig says this prestigious honor has been awarded to celebrate conservation progress and Iowa farmers who are committed to exceptional...
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DEKALB Asgrow looking forward to offering new products in 2023
With only a couple weeks in this year, there?s no better time to think about how to tackle next year?s growing season. Many companies are ready to help farmers with new and improved products, and DEKALB Asgrow is no different. Brian Green, DEKALB Asgrow technical...
Opening Market Podcast – Jim McCormick AgMarket.Net 12-14-22
Grains are starting off weaker as we keep hearing good reports from Brazil, and we wonder what the FED will have in store this afternoon. Jim McCormick of AgMarket.Net joins Dustin for today's Opening Market Podcast.
Streamlining the FSA Loan process
Let's face it, you're busy. you've got a lot to do to keep your operation moving forward. Whether you're a grain or a livestock producer, you are constantly working year-round to keep your operation profitable. Now, we all know that many farms need some kind of loan...
Rep. Feenstra details upcoming legislation efforts
With the lame duck session providing an opportunity for many bills to get passed, Iowa 4th District Congressman Randy Feenstra provided an update on the legislation he is trying to put into place. Among those pieces of legislation is the Precision Agriculture Loan...
Grassley comments on EPA’s proposed ethanol and advanced biofuels blending requirements
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recently proposed increased ethanol and bio diesel requirements that must be blended into the United States fuel supplies over the next three years.While renewable fuel groups are pleased by the proposed increases, not everyone...
