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Basis matters now, say Midwest ag economists
Tight corn supplies might normally trigger a rally in the market, but so far, that hasn’t been the case. Despite strong demand and dwindling stocks, futures prices have stayed relatively steady. That’s because—while the numbers show a squeeze—markets may be confident that global and domestic harvests are close enough to ease the pressure. Joe Janzen, an ag economist at the University of Illinois, says the market is feeling the pinch. The USDA already lowered its estimate of last fall’s corn...
FMC?s Xyway brand fungicides perform strong in 2021
AUDIO REPORT: Gail Stratman, FMC CorporationXyway brand fungicides from FMC Corporation had a strong year in 2021 managing foliar disease protection.Gail Stratman, Regional Technical Manager with FMC, says Xyway brand fungicides are applied at-plant and provide...
FCSAmerica committed to serving the next generation of farmers
AUDIO REPORT: Bob Campbell, Farm Credit Services of AmericaFarm Credit Services of America remains committed to serving young, beginning and small producers.Bob Campbell, senior leader for Farm Credit Services of America, says they work with thousands of farmers and...
INRC Spring 2022 Water Quality Research Seminar Series will “Focus on Phosphorus”
This spring, the Iowa Nutrient Research Center?s Water Quality Research Seminar Series will ?Focus on Phosphorus,? beginning Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2022. The presentations will take place the fourth Wednesday of each month, from 3:10-4:00 p.m., through April 27.The...
Bayer corn traits strong for 2022 & 2023
We are almost done with the first month of 2022. Before you know it, it will be planting season in Iowa once again. The last two years have given us some interesting scenarios and have tested the genetics of many corn companies. Some tests were learning tools for what...
USSEC showcasing benefits of soybean meal in poultry feed at IPPE
The U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC) will showcase the nutritional and quality advantages of U.S. soy for poultry producers at the International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) Jan. 25-27 in Atlanta, Georgia.The USSEC has a team of experts on site to talk about...
Markets eyeing several issues during final full week of January
FULL INTERVIEW: Greg McBride - Allendale, Inc.The grain markets are keeping a close eye on several issues during the final full week of January.Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride says there?s currently a more broad-sense of selling across most of the markets late...
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95th National FFA Convention kicks off in Indianapolis
The 95th National FFA Convention and Expo is underway in Indianapolis. It?s expected to draw more than 65,000 FFA members, advisors and guests ? and bring them closer to the newest technologies in the ag industry. Scott Stump, CEO of the National FFA Organization,...
USDA says conservation tillage increasing
The share of acreage for major cash crops?wheat, corn, soybeans, and cotton?that are planted using conservation tillage has increased over the past two decades in the United States. USDA?s Economic Research Service reported the data Tuesday. Farmers reported employing...
Axne backs bill to reduce rail delays
Shipping our goods back and forth across the country has become a giant pain, and you know where that pain is located. The Mississippi River is unusually dry, diesel prices are creeping higher once again, and railroads are moving empty cars. In the grand scheme of...
Opening Market Podcast – Jim McCormick AgMarketNet 10-26-22
Soybeans are off in the ow little upward-moving world. Corn and wheat are playing just a little lower. Jim McCormick of AgMarket.Net talks about the situation producers are looking at today.
Closing Market Podcast- Bill Moore PRICE Futures Group- 10-25-22
Riley Smith talks with Bill Moore of PRICE Futures.
