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Meat industry professionals invited to gather in central Iowa for Midwest Meat Summit
Demand for locally produced meat is on the rise, which provides a unique market opportunity for livestock producers, butchers, and other meat industry experts. All members of the meat supply chain are invited to attend the Practical Farmers of Iowa’s (PFI) second annual Midwest Meat Summit, which will take place June 17-18 in Ankeny, Iowa. Amos Johnson, PFI’s senior livestock education coordinator, said the two-day event will allow attendees to share knowledge, build connections, and explore...
U.S. red meat exports had a strong start to 2024
January red meat export data from the USDA and the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) is showing a strong start to 2024. U.S. pork exports raced to a great start in January, and while beef exports were slightly below last year’s volume, export value trended...
House Ag Committee offers farm labor solution
The House Agriculture Committee laid out a roadmap to relieve labor shortages that have seriously impacted America’s farmers and ranchers. The Agriculture Labor Working Group released its final report on how to improve the H-2A guest worker program. It includes more...
Toyota receives “Friend of Corn” award
We have long been talking about the battle being fought for the future of biofuels in this country. Between the big oil companies on one side trying to lobby or litigate biofuels out of the marketplace and the current administration saying the EVs are the only option...
Final SEC climate disclosure rule a win for farmers and ranchers
The Securities and Exchange Commission recently released its final emissions reporting rule without Scope 3 requirements. The SEC’s final climate disclosure rule doesn’t contain Scope 3, which would have seriously burdened U.S. farmers and ranchers. Travis Cushman,...
Neutral March WASDE provides support to grains
A mostly neutral WASDE report left the markets feeling good to end off this week. Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride said this was the first time in a while where there were virtually no changes. McBride also noted that the USDA decided to play it safe when it...
Protect your cattle from pasture parasites
Parasites will be close by when cattle are out on pasture. Good pasture management and a strategic deworming protocol can limit the chances of parasites affecting the efficiency and performance of your beef herd. Dr. D.L. Step, a professional services veterinarian...
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IA Beef Council helping present Stockman & Stewardship workshop
Part of what checkoff dollars are used for is the continuing education of producers in the cattle industry. The needs of the consumer always are evolving, as is the care that is given to the herds. That is why state organizations like the Iowa Beef Industry Council...
Creative dishes at 2024 Food Bank of Iowa casserole contest
On the last day of the Iowa State Fair, the Food Bank of Iowa held its fourth annual “Chopped” casserole competition, sponsored by Nationwide. This year’s winner was Susan Jones of Winterset, who took top honors with her “BBQ Meatloaf, Mac, Cheese, and Corn Casserole”...
Strong potential for U.S. pork in Indonesia
With support from the National Pork Board, U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) Chair Randy Spronk recently traveled to Indonesia to see the market potential firsthand. While Indonesia is a majority Muslim country, Spronk said there is strong potential for U.S. pork...
USDA August outlook for meat production, prices, and trade
Small month over month adjustments were recorded in USDA’s August meat production and prices forecast for this year. USDA’s World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski says that there were insignificant adjustments made to the USDA’s August outlook for meat...
Secretary Naig announces another record year for conservation in Iowa
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig announced that the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship, working with Iowa’s 100 Soil and Water Conservation Districts and farmers and landowners, again shattered a record for conservation and water quality...
