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Fertilizer supplies and prices are major concerns in 2026
As planting season quickly approaches, now is not the time for there to be questions about the fertilizer supply. The current problems in the Middle East could have a major impact on fertilizer supplies and prices for 2026 and possibly even 2027. Louisiana State University AgCenter Economist Dr. Michael Deliberto said the region is responsible for a large portion of the world’s nitrogen fertilizer supply. The Fertilizer Institute said 65 percent of U.S. farmers get most of their fertilizer...
DEKALB Asgrow looking forward to offering new products in 2023
With only a couple weeks in this year, there?s no better time to think about how to tackle next year?s growing season. Many companies are ready to help farmers with new and improved products, and DEKALB Asgrow is no different. Brian Green, DEKALB Asgrow technical...
Streamlining the FSA Loan process
Let's face it, you're busy. you've got a lot to do to keep your operation moving forward. Whether you're a grain or a livestock producer, you are constantly working year-round to keep your operation profitable. Now, we all know that many farms need some kind of loan...
Rep. Feenstra details upcoming legislation efforts
With the lame duck session providing an opportunity for many bills to get passed, Iowa 4th District Congressman Randy Feenstra provided an update on the legislation he is trying to put into place. Among those pieces of legislation is the Precision Agriculture Loan...
Grassley comments on EPA’s proposed ethanol and advanced biofuels blending requirements
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recently proposed increased ethanol and bio diesel requirements that must be blended into the United States fuel supplies over the next three years.While renewable fuel groups are pleased by the proposed increases, not everyone...
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...
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...
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Time to rebuild the U.S. cattle herd
With small inventory numbers, it’s time to try and revitalize the U.S. cattle herd. Cattlefax CEO Randy Blach said that, in the latest Cattle Inventory Report released by USDA, the July beef cow numbers are the smallest on record going back to around 1970.“Beef cow...
Iowa and other Midwest states pushing for year-round E15
Ethanol groups welcome efforts by Nebraska and Iowa prompting the Environmental Protection Agency to create regulations to allow for year-round sales of E15 in at least eight Midwest states. Earlier this year, the governors of Iowa, Nebraska, North Dakota, Wisconsin,...
EATS Act: Could an “unintended consequence” be a benefit to China? (Part 3)
We have been talking about the Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression (EATS) Act for several weeks now and we have discussed with Iowa lawmakers about the benefits it could have. But are there unintended consequences that could outweigh the benefits?Mike Schultz is VP...
Grassley optimistic farm bill will be completed by end of year
There is saber rattling taking place from both sides of the aisle as the farm bill reaches the stretch run and questions arise as to if it will be completed by the end of the year. Some Republicans want reform for SNAP benefits with new work requirements. Democrats...
South American Weather and Crop Update (8-8-23)
The forecast is still very open for harvest to make good progress in Brazil and Argentina. Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride provided an update on the latest South American weather conditions.McBride said Brazil’s harvest progress is slightly behind, but they’re...
