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China soybean demand offers support for U.S. exports
Fresh soybean purchases by China are providing some encouragement for U.S. growers. The Wall Street Journal reports Chinese buyers have begun placing new orders for U.S. soybeans currently being planted. USDA officials say they remain optimistic China will meet previously announced purchasing commitments during the 2026 marketing year. The renewed demand comes as U.S. farmers face increased competition from record South American production. Analysts say Chinese purchases could help support...
Koch completes $3.6 billion purchase of Iowa Fertilizer Co.
Koch Ag & Energy Solutions successfully purchased OCI Global’s fertilizer plant in Wever, Iowa, for $3.6 billion. After announcing the pending sale last year, the finished transaction gives Koch access to a state-of-the-art facility and its related businesses. The...
Keeping new dairy calves healthy from respiratory diseases
While we have talked at length about what H5N1 or bird flu looks like for dairy herds, we have to remember that this isn’t the only health concern we face. There are still the old standards we have to guard against, and at this time of year, we see more calves moving...
Congress returning with work to do for agriculture
Congress has a lot on its plate with few work weeks remaining this year, including keeping the government fully funded. Ryan Yates, managing director of government affairs with the American Farm Bureau, talks about a couple of the big projects Congress needs to deal...
South American Weather and Crop Update (9-3-24)
Heat and dryness have stuck around in Brazil, and those temperatures in particular are raising concerns for the next crop. Ben Breisch of Allendale gave an update on the latest weather patterns in South America. Since the soil in South America is much different than...
Grassley speaks about the headwinds facing the ag economy
The United States agriculture economy is facing numerous headwinds as the final quarter of the year approaches. Commodity prices are on the decline year over year, USDA is forecasting a record ag trade deficit, ag equipment manufacturers are laying off workers, and...
Sama, Seymour tryout for ‘Purchase Moore Hamann Bacon’ campaign
Iowa State sophomore running back Abu Sama III and freshman offensive lineman Isaiah Seymour became the first students to participate in tryouts to join the popular ‘Purchase Moore Hamann Bacon’ initiative. The campaign is part of an innovative promotional agreement...
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Landus celebrates Carbon Intensity Program participants
Over 50 farmers were recognized by Landus last week for their participation in the pilot of the Carbon Intensity Program. To be enrolled, farmers provided machinery data and physical and digital records related to their farm programs and carbon intensity practices....
Takeaways from annual USDA crop production report
Market reaction was swift following the publication of reports last Friday from the USDA including the annual crop production report. USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer says changes made to corn and soybean yields were the focus. Those changes were made in the final...
Another strong month for red meat exports in November
November exports of U.S. red meat posted year-over-year gains across all categories, according to data released by USDA and compiled by The U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). USMEF President and CEO Dan Halstrom said U.S. pork exports remained on a record pace. Beef...
Will $10 billion in economic payments offset farm income losses?
Researchers are still projecting negative returns for grain producers even after assistance from Washington, highlighting the extent of the downturn in the agricultural industry. U.S. farmers and ranchers have access to $10 billion in economic aid as part of the farm...
USB Executive Committee looks to increase demand in 2025
The United Soybean Board (USB) tirelessly promotes the soy industry here and abroad. By funding the Soybean Checkoff, they are building a strong return on investment for every dollar farmers invest. Iowa Farmer Rob Ewoldt knows first-hand what the USB’s work is doing...
