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2026 forecast shows another strong El Niño
Many parts of rural America have seen some wild back-and-forth temperature swings combined with on-again, off-again winter weather. John Baranick, an agricultural meteorologist from DTN, said we’re seeing a lot of normal temperature swings during the transition from winter to spring. Forecasters are predicting a switch from a La Niña to an El Niño this year. While a term making rounds on social media predicts a “Godzilla El Niño,” Baranick said it will likely be a strong El Niño, no matter how...
Bill introduced to stop bureaucratic limits on animal health options
I have a simple question for all the livestock producers out there. When your animals are sick, who do you call?I assume that the answer you are giving me to that question is your veterinarian. I bet even in certain instances you would be prepared to administer your...
Taylor and USDA promote ethanol during trade mission to Japan
USDA?s trade mission to Japan last week pressed Tokyo for ethanol sales as many countries look for new ways to reduce carbon emissions.USDA Under Secretary for Trade and native Iowan Alexis Taylor says the trade mission?s efforts to promote ethanol in Japan were set...
Talk with your lender to help navigate high input costs
At this year?s World Pork Expo, high input costs were among the top discussion headlines. Input costs are still as high as ever, and that makes it difficult for producers to really get the most out of their operations. Fortunately, ag lenders are working with swine...
USDA releasing over $700 million to improve rural internet access
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is offering $714 million in grants and loans to connect thousands of rural Americans to affordable, high-speed internet. The funds will benefit projects that connect residents, farmers, and business owners in 19 states to reliable...
Demand stays low as prices remain high
Understanding that we are in a weather-dominated marketplace right now. It?s easy to see why as the rain never seems to fall across much of the state. Some of our eastern neighbors have seen a little, but it?s not always enough to keep them growing. This is going to...
Soybean stocks rise higher in June
The Economic Research Service issued its June Oil Crops Outlook that predicted higher soybean ending stocks for the month. A higher carryover raised the 2023-2024 U.S. soybean ending stocks forecast by 15 million bushels to 350 million bushels. The increase in...
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Another layer of protection for grain already in the bin
High yield numbers are the goal of every farmer who wants to give themselves the best chance to turn a profit and chalk up another successful growing season. However, just because harvest is over, and grain is in the bins doesn’t mean the work of protecting that grain...
Mexico extends duty exemptions for beef, pork, and poultry imports
The Government of Mexico recently issued a decree extending zero-duty treatment of certain food imports – including pork, beef, and poultry – from all eligible suppliers through the end of 2024. Erin Borror, U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) vice president of...
Millions of birds die during two years of bird flu
One-fourth of America’s bird flu losses during outbreaks beginning in early 2022 were recorded during the final quarter of 2023. USDA data says that’s when the disease staged a resurgence. Approximately 20.9 million birds were culled in infected domestic flocks from...
How much moisture help will this snow bring?
Old Man Winter is finally here after an extended vacation. He is already bringing heavy snow just off to our west, and as the day proceeds it will make its way across the state. Check local listings, but the main call from the National Weather Service is for 6-12...
Cattle and swine markets trying to stay above moving averages
The grain markets have not had the best start to the year, but the cattle markets look like they could trend upwards after putting in lows last month. AgMarket.Net Hedging Strategist Kaden Sweeney said the cattle markets have been sitting above the moving averages,...
