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New precision ag tools unveiled at Farm Progress Show
The Farm Progress Show is one of the best environments in agriculture to learn about the newest equipment, technology, and innovative management practices. That includes the latest precision ag technology that can be retrofitted to upgrade existing equipment. In recent years more farmers are applying micronutrient packages with many applications in granular form and in the Midwest, there is also insecticide applied. Bryce Baker of PTx says that one of the newest advancements from Precision...
U.S. pork exports continue to shine in Dominican Republic
U.S. pork exports reached their highest level of 2022 in May in both volume (224,677 mt) and value ($655.1 million). While Mexico continues to be the leading market for U.S. pork, the Dominican Republic is exhibiting dramatic growth, with May exports more than...
Tips for rural families to fight inflation
Americans are facing those higher prices across the board and rural families are taking some of the hardest hits. Rural America doesn?t have the same options or opportunities available as urban communities do. Rural America has fewer choices, fewer stores, and fewer...
CoBank report details current & future ag economic conditions
A number of factors are sending up red flags about slowing economic activity and a potential oncoming recession. A CoBank report says inflation is the largest red flag, and the Fed is ready to raise rates until it believes inflation has been controlled. ?Warehouse and...
AgView the best option for sharing data in case of FAD outbreak
We talk at length about animal diseases, both foreign and domestic. We know that diligence and preparation are the most effective tools we have in our toolbox. Having the right tools to help us be prepared is essential. That is why the National Pork Board is...
NCBA?s Kent Bacus reflects on the loss of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe
The Senior Director for International Trade and Market Access for the National Cattlemen's Beef Association, Kent Bacus, says the recent loss of Japan?s former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is a great loss to the world. Bacus said the willingness of Prime Minister Abe to...
EPA makes unprecedented move to target atrazine
Just when you think that the Government or one of its many agencies cannot make you shake your head anymore, the EPA basically tells us to hold their beverage and watch this.Usually, when the EPA grants registration to a product, the matter is closed until the next...
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Hinson talks foreign ownership of U.S. farmland
A recent issue that has been making its way through the House and the Senate is the foreign ownership of U.S. land, specifically when it comes to farmland. The Chinese Communist Party in particular has been bold with its purchases of U.S. farmland. Iowa 2nd District...
Iowa officials react to E15 rule delay
Today, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) said it will propose a rule authorizing the year-round sale of gasoline blends containing 15 percent ethanol in several midwestern states. However, the rule would delay action and not take effect until 2024. While this...
Senator Grassley optimistic about 2023 farm bill deadline
U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa holds a weekly conference call with ag broadcasters and reporters. This week Senator Grassley was asked if he thinks a farm bill can be completed and agreed upon by September of 2023 or whether the deadline will have to be...
Ag Innovation Challenge seeking top entrepreneurs
The American Farm Bureau Federation?s (AFBF) Ag Innovation Challenge is looking for entrepreneurs and innovators for the 2024 edition of the contest, which is a business-based competition designed to showcase startups in the U.S. Chase Hieneman, director of industry...
Farmers moving forward after Ohio train disaster
By now you have heard about the derailment of a train in eastern Ohio last month. The twisted metal and fire not only sent shockwaves through the area it happened in, but those shockwaves created ripples throughout the world. All eyes have been on our government and...
