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Heat dome ridge led to derecho in Upper Midwest
The Midwest heat dome is finally broken, and temperatures are now much more pleasant. The heat dome didn’t leave quietly, though, as it caused a derecho to form and tear across much of the Upper Midwest. Dr. Justin Glisan, state climatologist for Iowa, said a “ring of fire” weather configuration is to blame. Glisan said damage reports have been coming in, but fortunately it seems like this derecho wasn’t as bad as it could have been. It may seem like derechos have been having more frequently...
Corteva showcases new UltiGraz system at NCBA Convention
NCBA AUDIO: Jerome Otto, UltiGraz Pasture Weed & FeedCorteva Agriscience continues to lead the charge when it comes to implementation and development of new products for pastures.At the 2022 NCBA Convention in Houston, Texas, Corteva?s Jerome Otto told the Iowa...
Biofuels and agriculture paving the way for the future of biotechnology
Even though the current climate in Washington has the future of biofuels in limbo, there is much coming from the work done by those who pioneered this industry decades ago. By looking at more of what our crops are capable of, beyond feeding and clothing the world, we...
Elanco offers solutions for every stage
NCBA AUDIO: Dr. Thach Winslow, ElancoElanco is dedicated to bringing a full set of solutions to meet the needs of cattle producers.Dr. Thach Winslow, beef cattle technical consultant with Elanco, says their company strives to help farmers and ranchers deliver a...
AFBF submits comments on WOTUS rewrite
The American Farm Bureau Federation submitted comments Monday to the Environmental Protection Agency and Army Corps of Engineers regarding proposed changes to the Waters of the U.S. Rule. Courtney Briggs, Farm Bureau Senior Director of Congressional Relations,...
South American Weather and Crop Update (2-8-22)
Usually, rains in South America are seen as a good thing. However, the recent rains in Brazil actually slowed down harvest progress. Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride said that rain event will just about be the last one for a while as he took a look at the South...
Kent offers animal nutrition products built on trust
NCBA AUDIO: Kent Nutrition GroupKent Nutrition Group has a long history of being a leading animal nutrition brand in the Midwest with products that are built on trust.Kent Nutrition Group was formed to bring out the best in two highly successful regional feed...
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RFA, allies urge congress to act swiftly to avoid rail service shutdown
The Renewable Fuels Association and nearly 200 other organizations representing a broad swath of the agricultural value chain have urged Congress to act quickly to prevent a rail strike and service shutdown on November 19, the deadline for unions and railroads to...
John Deere committed to revolutionizing whole farm approach
Farming has always gone through its little revolutions as time has gone on. We no longer dig in the soil by hand. Only a very select few still use horses to draw their implements through the field. And we don't just spread manure over the top of a field anymore. No...
Opening Market Podcast – Matt Bennett AgMarket.Net 11-4-22
Matt Bennett of AgMarket.Net joins Dustin for a very good discussion on the grain and livestock markets this Friday morning.
Planning for next growing season with crop protection inputs
The last several years have created many problems for American industry and manufacturers. Supply chain disruptions, labor shortages, parts and resource scarcity, and many other factors have made for a bumpy road in production. The ag industry has not been exempt from...
U.S. Export Sales Report (11-3-22)
Not much excitement in this week?s export sales. The corn and soybean numbers were both neutral, and the only disappointment came from soybean meal and oil sales. Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride provided a breakdown of this week?s U.S. Export Sales Report.Once...
