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Crop farmers still facing a rough ag economy

Crop farmers still facing a rough ag economy

As the broader ag economy continues to struggle, row crop farmers face a particularly difficult time. Now, many farmers and ranchers are studying their balance sheets. Faith Parum, an economist for the American Farm Bureau Federation, said the difficult ag economy is causing plenty of financial headwinds. Parum said farmers and ranchers are having to devote more and more of their budgets to the cost of production. Parum said the tough economy is impacting a variety of crops, but each one has a...

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USMEF comments on U.S.-Japan Trade and Investment Agreement

USMEF comments on U.S.-Japan Trade and Investment Agreement

Japan’s lead tariff negotiator was in Washington, D.C. this past week to finalize the details of the U.S.-Japan Trade and Investment Agreement that was recently announced by the White House. U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) President and CEO Dan Halstrom was in...

From hard times to harvest, Iowa farms endure

From hard times to harvest, Iowa farms endure

Farming has never been an easy profession, with challenges that stretch far beyond the farm gate. While agriculture faces its pressures from weather, markets, and regulations, farmers have also endured the ripple effects of global events such as wars, famines, and...

Grassley discusses farmer concerns at Iowa State Fair

Grassley discusses farmer concerns at Iowa State Fair

United States Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA) has visited the Iowa State Fair at least once every year since 1974. On Friday he made his annual visit to the fairgrounds and stopped by the Iowa Ag Radio exhibit. Senator Grassley tells the Iowa Agribusiness Radio Network...

Iowa State Fair crowns 2025 Big Boar champion

Iowa State Fair crowns 2025 Big Boar champion

While it may not have been another record, this year’s big boar at the Iowa State Fair still tipped the scales at a hefty 1,268 pounds. The winning pig, Duke, is owned by Brian Britt out of Monticello, Iowa. Britt said he has raised Duke since he was born. In order to...

Wetter weather leads to enhanced disease pressure

Wetter weather leads to enhanced disease pressure

We’ve had a very successful crop year, but the intense amount of moisture recently has led to some concerns. Emily Prevo, an AgriGold agronomist in southern Iowa, said farmers are worried about water pooling and nitrogen runoff from all of the rain. Prevo said the...

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U.S. Export Sales Report (8-21-25)

U.S. Export Sales Report (8-21-25)

After last week’s market news chaos, this week was much calmer. Export sales were great for corn and decent for soybeans. Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride said corn sales set another weekly record. Soybeans still have some issues to work out, but this week’s...

Lower beef production, higher steer prices

Lower beef production, higher steer prices

Beef supplies continue to tighten, yet consumer demand remains strong. That has led to a one-way street for beef prices with the price continuing to climb for consumers. USDA’s August forecasts for beef production and steer prices also demonstrate the effect of...

Pork- a “friend to all foods”

Pork- a “friend to all foods”

Pork is often called a “friend to all foods” thanks to its versatility and being a carrier food. As one of the most widely consumed proteins globally, it's a natural fit for various meals. Emily Krause, director of nutrition, health, and wellness initiatives at the...