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Grassley says reconciliation bill contains “key wins for farmers”

Grassley says reconciliation bill contains “key wins for farmers”

On Thursday the United States House of Representatives passed the reconciliation bill by a vote of 218-214. The bill was unchanged from the Senate’s version which passed earlier in the week. United States Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA) opened his weekly conference call on Thursday by describing what he says are “key wins for farmers” in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Grassley was also asked about some of the trade preference programs that were not included in the reconciliation bill. Grassley...

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Storms, wind, and hail testing the resilience of northwest Iowa crops

Storms, wind, and hail testing the resilience of northwest Iowa crops

Early in the growing season, as spring transitions to summer, the weather can be unpredictable and difficult to deal with for growers. Eric Bartels is a northwest Iowa Beck’s Hybrids agronomist, and he says that June has delivered no shortage of weather challenges to...

Expanding corn markets a top NCGA goal

Expanding corn markets a top NCGA goal

U.S. corn growers face mounting challenges in marketing their crop abroad, from persistent ag trade deficits to being undercut by Brazilian corn during their peak harvest season. Shifting global demand has made it harder for American producers to stay competitive....

Harsh tariffs can negatively impact farmer mental health

Harsh tariffs can negatively impact farmer mental health

It’s no secret that the ag economy is volatile right now. With tariffs and other global issues, farmers are feeling the economic squeeze, and that can take a huge toll on their mental health. Matt Willamack, Iowa Soybean Association District 6 board member, said...

Keep an eye out for crop pests as pollination approaches

Keep an eye out for crop pests as pollination approaches

As we approach the critical pollination window for corn and soybeans, it’s important to make sure your crops are as healthy as they can be. That means crop scouting is especially important in order to keep diseases and pests at bay. Lance Goettsch, DEKALB Asgrow...

Grassley says reconciliation bill contains “key wins for farmers”

Grassley discusses SNAP state cost-share and reconciliation bill

The Senate parliamentarian who ensures that legislative rules and procedure are being followed in the chamber has ruled against a key funding provision in President Trump’s One Big Beautiful tax and spending bill. Elizabeth MacDonough says the SNAP state cost share...

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U.S. Export Sales Report (6-26-25)

U.S. Export Sales Report (6-26-25)

Export sales are looking good ahead of the Quarterly Grain Stocks report that will be released next Monday. Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride said the corn sales were especially great in the latest data. Soybeans also looked good this week, which is a far cry...