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Screwworm far from Iowa, but worth watching

Screwworm far from Iowa, but worth watching

New World Screwworm remains hundreds of miles from Iowa, with confirmed cases confined to parts of Texas, New Mexico, and Mexico. While there is no indication the pest is moving into Iowa anytime soon, state officials say it's important for livestock producers to understand the risks and remain aware of the situation. Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig said the New World Screwworm fly is not a new insect to the United States. It was successfully eradicated from the country decades ago, and...

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PFI hosts 2nd Annual Midwest Meat Summit

PFI hosts 2nd Annual Midwest Meat Summit

Practical Farmers of Iowa (PFI) hosted the 2nd Annual Midwest Meat Summit at the FFA Enrichment Center in Ankeny, Iowa, earlier this week. The two-day event brought together all members of the meat industry, including producers, processors, and distributors. Amos...

South American crops produced a quality growing season

South American crops produced a quality growing season

Brazil’s second corn crop of the year is being harvested now. Dr. Michael Cordonnier of Soybean & Corn Advisor, Inc. says some areas of the country are experiencing more moisture than normal but widespread damage to corn crops has not been reported. Cordonnier...

China soybean demand offers support for U.S. exports

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...

Claw health key to improving sow longevity

Claw health key to improving sow longevity

Claw health may not be the first thing producers think about when evaluating sow performance, but researchers say it can have a significant impact on longevity, productivity, and overall herd performance. Many of the factors that ultimately lead to a sow leaving the...

Changes to Clean Fuel Production Credit can help U.S. farmers

Changes to Clean Fuel Production Credit can help U.S. farmers

Long-awaited updates to the Clean Fuel Production Tax Credit, known as 45Z, have been announced by the Department of Energy. These changes could benefit farmers and ranchers in the future. Brian Glenn, director of government affairs for the American Farm Bureau...

China honoring trade agreement and purchasing U.S. grain

China honoring trade agreement and purchasing U.S. grain

The markets have been trending upward during this shortened trading week. After a rough start to the month, some recent headlines have given the corn and soybeans something to work with. Michael Weidner, director of grain origination and producer strategy at Landus...

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Costs going higher in 2027

Costs going higher in 2027

USDA's latest Commodity Cost and Returns report shows production expenses are expected to climb for every major crop in 2026 as global energy and fertilizer market disruptions continue to ripple through agriculture. The report follows months of volatility tied to...

Year-round E15 legislation is still in trouble

Year-round E15 legislation is still in trouble

There are more warning signs that year-round E15 legislation is in trouble. Michigan Democratic Senator Elissa Slotkin told USDA Secretary Rollins at a recent hearing that strong influence from interest groups is stalling year-round E15. According to Slotkin, there is...