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Quiet April WASDE report still contained important information
The April WASDE report lined up with the market expectations and made virtually no changes this month. However, that’s not to say that the report did not contain valuable information moving forward. Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride said the April WASDE included a few offsetting changes in the soybean markets. McBride said the bearish news in this report came from the wheat numbers. The U.S. Export Sales report also came out today, and McBride said it showed another strong week of corn...
Solinftec showcases fully autonomous solar-powered sprayer
Every year, farmers engage in a heated battle with weeds. There are many different strategies they can use, but one of the more effective ones is targeted application. This minimizes the inputs required to keep those weeds under control. However, it also requires a...
Iowa pork is searching for the state’s best tenderloins
Iowans love breaded pork tenderloin sandwiches, and restaurants across the state pride themselves on serving up unique renditions of this regional staple. The Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) is once again asking loyal fans to vote for their favorites.The 21st...
February pork export data draws excitement
The February export numbers show demand for U.S. pork continues to grow with year-over-year. Courtney Knupp, vice president of international market development with the National Pork Board, said the return to strength in pork demand has been anticipated for a while...
John Deere wants you ready for the next big things in precision ag
As the tractors are starting to roll in Iowa, being ready is something we have been talking about for a few weeks. The soil temps just today are finally above 50 across the state, which means spring fertilizer is ready. The tractors, tillage equipment, and planters...
Landus Innovation Connector puts farmers at the center of discussion
Located in downtown Des Moines, the Landus Innovation Connector provides an opportunity for farmer-owners to engage with Landus partners and experts and discuss the latest and greatest ag innovations. By bringing farmers in to see these innovations first-hand, Landus...
April WASDE report provides a few surprises
Typically, most reports from the USDA provide a surprise in one form or another. The April WASDE report was released on Tuesday by the USDA and in typical fashion this month?s report contained a few surprises says John Heinberg a market advisor with Total Farm...
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Reducing risks associated with fertilizer reduction
As input prices vary, producers are looking for ways to reduce and optimize their nutrient applications. However, when prices are low, that doesn't mean that farmers should start over-applying synthetic fertilizers. Nick Becker, director of field sales with Sound...
PRRS is back in the Iowa swine herd
On top of tough finances, we’re now seeing some disease show up in Iowa's swine herd with a PRRS outbreak: We're seeing the last couple of months, we've had more PRRS outbreaks on finishing floors than we've had in breeding herds. That is always a harbinger of things...
Bryan Whaley named Iowa Cattlemen’s Association CEO
AMES, Iowa — Iowa Cattlemen’s Association (ICA), the leading grassroots organization supporting Iowa’s beef cattle industry, is pleased to announce Bryan Whaley as their new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective Dec. 4, 2023. Whaley brings many years of experience...
Farmers are an asset on trade trips
So many of our goods are sent out through export to other countries. Agriculture is one of many industries that relies on strong trade with partners around the globe. It takes a team of good people who can help us find new markets and strengthen our relations with...
Farmland Values Forecast is Stable
Farmland values forecast from our friends at Farm Credit Services of American where Fallon Savage says after a wild year in 2022, things now are a little different: “That's really starting to stabilize as we head into the fourth quarter of 2023. Tight supply...
