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U.S. Export Sales Report (5-14-26)
This week’s export sales were mostly a repeat of recent trends once again. However, there were a few notable differences. Allendale commodity broker Ben Breisch said old crop corn sales were lacking, but that market has been so strong recently that this is a minor issue. While this week was a standout week for the soybean sales, Breisch said they still need to see more consistent sales to meet the USDA’s goals. Breisch added that flash sales started to pick up last week, which in turn...
Turning watermelons and their waste into plastic
Agriculture is known for its innovation. It is about finding new uses for the things we produce and finding ways to use more of our biproducts and cast-offs, so we can cut down on product waste. It is in that spirit that we are hearing about a breakthrough in which...
Managing parasites in cattle herds
Especially in years where input costs rise, it’s important to make sure your cattle are as healthy as possible. While many illnesses can be detected by the eye, some are much harder to notice. Parasites are invisible pests that can severely affect the efficiency of...
Record pork exports to Mexico among latest export highlights
U.S. pork exports posted another strong performance in October, led by record-large shipments to Mexico and broad-based growth elsewhere. U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) President and CEO Dan Halstrom said that, on top of Mexico’s performance, October pork exports...
Economic hurdles no match for U.S. Pork promotion efforts
Promoting U.S. pork is an ongoing process but Dr. David Newman, senior vice president of market growth for the National Pork Board says that everyone in the pork industry is working towards increasing demand after a rough year for producers. Newman says that the Covid...
Feed industry applauds FEED Act
The American Feed Industry Association appreciates the introduction of the innovative Feed Enhancement and Economic Development Act. Supporters say it will improve the regulatory environment for new animal feed ingredients. The FEED Act will amend the Federal Food,...
Watch your mental health during the holidays
WARNING! The following contains a lot of references to holiday songs, specials, and movies. This morning, as I was driving to the studios, Andy Williams tried reminding me that, “It’s the most wonderful time of the year!” However, as I watched “The Muppet Christmas...
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Farm Credit offers industry-leading expertise for swine producers
Swine producers are coming off of some of the roughest market conditions in the last quarter of a century, but there’s some optimism for this year. Regardless, there will always be some risk to navigate in order to market your product. Chris Ford, vice president of...
Mexico’s new President vows commitment to USMCA
Mexico has a new president, and that could have implications for U.S. farm trade and the number one foreign market for exports. On Monday Claudia Sheinbaum was elected president of Mexico, she is the first woman president in Mexico’s history. Claudia Sheinbaum is the...
Groups respond positively to new USDA rule on competition
Several agricultural groups responded positively to USDA’s release of the Poultry Grower Payment Systems and Capital Improvement Systems proposed rule. The National Farmers Union says the rule addresses abuses by the poultry industry of broiler chicken producers under...
U.S. Wheat harvest off to early start
When we have been looking at the markets that have had the strongest runs lately, wheat is at the top of that list. The volatility has been very interesting to watch as many outside factors are weighing on the markets. A lot of it is linked to Mother Nature. Whether...
AFBF Young Farmer and Rancher Chair stresses need for farm bill
An American Farm Bureau Federation young farmer testified before the Senate Agriculture Committee’s subcommittee on commodities, risk management and trade. Kevin Lussier, Chair of the American Farm Bureau Federation’s Young Farmer and Rancher Committee, says he spoke...
