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Data tells the sustainability story
Hog producers strive to raise pigs in a way that produces healthier pigs, healthier people, and a healthier planet every day. However, if producers cannot demonstrate results through data and measurable metrics it is hard to pass that message on to the supply chain, consumers, and even detractors of the pork industry. Jamie Burr is the chief sustainability officer with the National Pork Board and he says that on-farm data helps hog producers stay on the front foot when pushing back against...
Latest rail merger seen as positive for Iowa ag shipments
Railroads are vital to the moving of almost every good that we produce in the United States. Even as a write this, I can hear the railyard activity across the street from me. The banging of the cars being shuttled around and the lonesome train whistle about three...
ISA focuses on interactivity at Innovation to Profit Conference
Producers from throughout the state and beyond came to the Iowa Soybean Association?s Innovation to Profit Conference last Thursday to hear from soy industry leaders on how to increase profits and to figure out what to expect for this year. However, the reverse was...
Smart Locker launches tool for meat processors facing supply chain issues
When the COVID-19 pandemic began in the U.S., the country went into a food scarcity panic. Small and mid-sized meat processors were hit especially hard by this incredible demand, and most of them were simply unable to keep up. Many of them are booked out for years....
Duvall says Ag is dedicated to protecting the environment
American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall says agriculture is dedicated to sustainability and protecting the environment.Duvall recently told farm broadcasters that American agriculture seeks to get the most out of their livestock and crops while ensuring a bright...
Latest WASDE affirms great pricing environment for U.S. soybeans
The USDA?s February WASDE report helped affirm a positive pricing environment for U.S. soybeans, according to leaders of the United Soybean Board.Mac Marshall, United Soybean Board VP of market intelligence, says the recent WASDE report showed notable reductions to...
Corn in Northern Iowa may see similar challenges in 2022
Last week, we looked back on the 2021 growing season, and ahead for the 2022 crop year. We talked about the variability of growing conditions in the state, and how farmers in the southern part of the state came through the crop cycle. There were pleasant surprises,...
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South American Weather and Crop Update (12-13-22)
The weather conditions in South America are still a tale of two countries. Brazil is still getting good rains, and Argentina is still pushing through drier conditions. Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride provided an update on the latest weather conditions for the...
Midday Market Podcast- John Heinberg TFM- 12-13-22
A good day so far with beans leading the way. Also, are interest rate hikes going to slow down? Mark Magnuson talks with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing in today's podcast.
Ranchers across country call out for Workforce Modernization Act
The Lame Duck Congress is usually a time when many bills get passed. Bills that would normally bring up controversy for politicians, don?t seem as risky when you go home in a couple of days. One of the bills that are waiting for approval in the Senate is the Workforce...
Confirmed case of highly pathogenic avian influenza in turkey flock in Ida county
Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship and USDA APHIS Confirm Case of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in a Commercial Turkey Flock in Ida CountyDES MOINES, Iowa (Dec. 12, 2022) ? The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship and the United...
Greeneye technology delivers cost effective smart sprayer system to marketplace
When it comes to smart sprayer technology there are fully equipped, stand alone smart sprayers currently on the market. However, a new smart sprayer technology has debuted during the 2022 growing season that provides a more cost-effective option for farmers.Greeneye...
