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High input costs remain a top concern for U.S. producers
The Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer dropped from May to June. Michael Langemeier, the director of the Center for Commercial Agriculture at Purdue University, discussed the significance of these low numbers. Langemeier expanded on the primary reason for farmers’ current unfavorable financial position. For him, there is one overwhelming answer: high input costs. According to him, there isn’t much optimism among farmers about the future of their financial situation. They do not...
Data-driven success with GHX
In today’s challenging agricultural economy, farmers must leverage every piece of data available to maximize their return on investment. Programs like GHX from Golden Harvest are empowering growers by providing data-driven insights to select the right hybrids,...
South American Weather and Crop Update (3-12-25)
The weather in South America has once again flipped to a drier cycle, but this will actually be helpful since some areas in Brazil actually received excessive amounts of rain. Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride gave an update on the latest weather patterns....
Government shutdown would have massive impacts on agriculture
Friday is the deadline to get a government funding bill passed through Congress and to President Trump’s desk to avoid a government shutdown. Emily Buckman, director of government affairs for the American Farm Bureau Federation, said the duration of a possible...
USDA forecasts for milk production and price projections in 2025
USDA’s Agricultural Outlook Forum helps to provide milk production and price projections, by product and category, for the year ahead. At the recent 2025 Ag Outlook Forum, USDA dairy analyst Peyton Ferrier predicted an overall milk production increase. He says...
Secretary Naig announces 15 Choose Iowa dairy innovation grants
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig today announced that 15 Iowa dairy projects have been awarded Choose Iowa Dairy Innovation Grants. The cost-share grants will help expand on-farm dairy processing and incorporate labor saving technology, both of which will help...
Agriculture in limbo: Farmers grapple with tariff uncertainty
The Trump Administration's back-and-forth actions on tariffs with Canada and Mexico have left the agriculture industry grappling with uncertainty and anxiety. Combined with ongoing tariffs on China and subsequent retaliatory measures, farmers are feeling the squeeze...
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Full extent of effects of tariffs on ag economy is still unknown
The impact of tariffs on consumers is well known. As we pay more to import certain products, consumers are having to compensate for that by paying more at the register. Things are not so clear when it comes to the effects that tariffs have on exports. We know that...
Optimizing feed safety by mitigating risks
Pig health is always front and center at World Pork Expo in Des Moines as ag groups, agribusiness, and producers come together to learn about the latest technologies and management practices for raising healthy animals. The Iowa Ag Radio Network spoke with Mark...
South American Weather and Crop Update (6-18-25)
The forecast in South America has not changed much over the past few weeks. While there is some rain in parts of Brazil and Argentina, much of the two countries will remain dry. Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride gave an update on the latest weather patterns....
Renewable Fuels Association (RFA), Growth Energy statement on Supreme Court SRE decision
In March, the Renewable Fuels Association (RFA) and Growth Energy went before the Supreme Court alongside the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to challenge the ability of refineries to file lawsuits concerning Small Refinery Exemptions (SREs) in different federal...
SHIC eyes global risks to U.S. swine
When it comes to protecting a swine herd, waiting until a problem arises is already too late. The risks are real—and constantly evolving- from emerging diseases to foreign animal threats. That’s why the Swine Health Information Center is focused on keeping producers...
