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U.S. dairy experiencing changing industry dynamics
As farmers and ranchers work to adapt to changing economic conditions across the farm economy, one sector in particular is undergoing significant shifts. Danny Munch, an economist with the American Farm Bureau Federation, said that U.S. dairy production is reaching record levels but warns that trend may not last long. Munch said one factor driving trends in the dairy industry is beef economics. Munch said another factor to keep an eye on is the global milk supply, as the U.S. has some tough...
New Granular nitrogen management tool helps producers cut costs
If you haven?t been talking about the hottest topic in agriculture, right now, you might want to think about it. Nitrogen has been at the top of everyone?s mind heading into the 2022 growing season. Management of this element is very important if you intend to be...
American Agri-Women Foundation accepting applications for 2022 Daughters of American Agriculture Scholarship
The American Agri-Women (AAW) Foundation is now accepting applications for the 2022 Daughters of American Agriculture Scholarships.The Jean Ibendahl Scholarship (for ages 18-23) and the Sister Thomas More Bertels Scholarship (for ages 24+) honors the memory of these...
New software shows benefits of U.S. soy meal to global buyers
New advanced software from the U.S. Soybean Export Council shows global buyers the true value of U.S. soybean meal based on quality versus price.Doug Winter, U.S. Soybean Export Council Vice Chair, said the Nutrient Value Calculator helps international customers...
Governor Reynolds pleased with House passage of Biofuels Access Bill
Late Wednesday, we received word that the Iowa House of Representatives overwhelmingly passed the Biofuels Access Bill which was put forth by Governor Kim Reynolds last week. The vote was bipartisan and was 82-10 in favor of the legislation.However, not every...
Illinois man forging his own path into a future in agriculture
Perseverance in the face of adversity. It is the story that all of us in America can appreciate. We have always been a civilization of fighters. People who aren?t willing to let the status quo keep us back in life. We strive to not be defined by our faults,...
2022 agricultural weather outlook with Makens Weather LLC
NCBA AUDIO: Matt Makens, 2022 Weather OutlookNationally recognized weather forecaster Matt Makens of Makens Weather LLC met with farm broadcasters at this year?s NCBA Convention in Houston, Texas to discuss upcoming weather trends both in the U.S. and around the...
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Purina Animal Nutrition talks data management for dairy herds
Dairy producers collect data on their animals every day. But how can they turn that data into tangible goals to increase profitability? Purina Animal Nutrition has made it a goal to help producers convert the data they gather into actionable insights in order to...
Cargill RegenConnect encourages farmers to practice sustainability
Sustainability in agriculture was a major theme throughout the NAFB trade talk show in Kansas City earlier this month. Almost everyone in the ag industry has either placed emphasis on regenerative agriculture practices or taken steps to help producers actively...
U.S. Export Sales Report (12-1-22)
It?s been a couple weeks since we?ve taken a look at the U.S. Export Sales Report, but we?re still seeing neutral numbers. Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride said it was mostly just another ho-hum report.We?ve also been seeing some consistent demand in flash...
House acts to prevent rail strike
The House of Representatives Wednesday took action to avert a pending rail strike. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, on the house floor Wednesday, stated, "A shutdown would grind our economy to a halt, and every family would feel the strain,? while adding, ?Small businesses...
Dairy Margin Coverage enrollment deadline is December 9th
As we look ahead to 2023, we start to look at making sure that we keep our operations protected for another year. We look at crop insurance options, but our nation?s milk producers are also looking at protecting the narrow income margins they get for their products as...
