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Oil group challenges Trump plan to cut biofuel import credits
A top U.S. oil trade group is opposing a government proposal to cut incentives for biofuel imports. The group joined multiple organizations in pushing back against the administration’s resolve to keep the policy in the months ahead. The criticism will force the Trump administration to either side, with farmers looking to protect and prioritize domestic supplies or refiners chasing cheaper feedstock. Both are groups loyal to President Trump. A June Environmental Protection Agency proposal would...
USDA announces new food system framework
We have certainly had our share of black swan events in the past few years. Floods, Derechos, droughts, a pandemic, animal disease outbreaks, and now a war that is affecting a large percentage of agricultural exports globally. While each one of these events is a major...
Soy industry buyers and sellers coming to U.S. Soy Connext
The U.S. Soybean Export Council will bring buyers and sellers across the soybean industry together at the Soy Connext event on August 22-24 in San Diego, California. Soy Connext is formerly known as the U.S. Soy Global Trade Exchange & Specialty Grains Conference....
South American Weather and Crop Update (6-1-22)
There?s not a lot of rain in the immediate forecast for South America, and the rain they are getting is in less optimal areas. Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride said the cold temperatures could finish off some of the crops in northern Argentina and southern...
Ethanol industry wants permanent waiver of summertime E15 restrictions
With the 30 billion miles U.S. drivers have logged on E15, Growth Energy says it?s a testament in the blend?s rising popularity. Not only are American?s driving more on E15, but they are also helping support themselves, the environment, and their community.CEO of...
Ag still hurting from labor shortages
It is nothing to go around the city and see signs all over asking for help. The Great Resignation has taken the economy by storm. Workers are wanting better wages and better treatment, or they simply will find ways to go into business for themselves. Others believe...
NMPF talks formula shortage and options to move forward
There is a lot of finger-pointing going on when it comes to who is to blame for the infant formula shortage that has hit our nation as of late. The Abbot facility in Michigan was shut sown over product safety concerns, and that has people wanting to blame the...
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Colder weather could help maintain snowpack until spring
Even with measurable precipitation across much of the state, there was no change to last week?s U.S. Drought Monitor in Iowa. The ground is still completely frozen, so we won?t be seeing any change for a while. However, Iowa State Climatologist Dr. Justin Glisan said...
Foundational elements of achieving higher corn yields
This is the time of the year when many farmers are making plans for planting and the upcoming growing season.Robby Meeker, LG Seeds agronomist, says that in order to achieve higher corn yields a farmer must have three key areas in order. Genetic selection, balanced...
NCGA action teams host first 2023 meetings
National Corn Growers Association action teams recently met for their first meeting of the year. Troy Schneider, NCGA market development team chairman, said that with a new year underway, they will continue work to promote corn around the world, dispel myths on...
Adding new income through renewable farming practices
Many farmers have been voluntarily using sustainable farming practices for many years on their operations by using regenerative agriculture practices that boost soil health and water quality.Farmers can now earn a financial benefit from farming sustainably and making...
Secretary Naig encourages Iowans to apply for 2023 Specialty Crop Block Grants
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig announced today the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship is accepting applications for the 2023 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program through March 10. The program, which is designed to support projects that enhance...
