Cell phone restrictions, cancer research top topics in Iowa Governor’s policy agenda
Governor Kim Reynolds is raising concerns about Iowa’s cancer rate and about cell phone use in schools and vehicles — and proposing legislation. Governor Reynolds delivered the annual “Condition of […]
How the conversation with consumers are changing
Growing demand for pork is crucial to the producer’s bottom line. Kiersten Hafer, vice president of data and insights for the National Pork Board, says the pork industry is changing […]
Nitrogen optimization program already helping farmers plan for ‘25
The State of Wisconsin is backing a nitrogen optimization pilot program, and some of the early research is helping farmers plan for 2025. Matt Ruark with the University of Wisconsin […]
Minnesota farmer optimistic despite challenging 2024
A central Minnesota farmer is optimistic about 2025 despite what he calls a “pretty challenging year” in 2024. Roy Schneider, who farms about 400 acres and raises poultry and cattle […]
Minnesota expands deep winter greenhouse project
University of Minnesota Extension is working with several farms across the state to increase the scale and effectiveness of deep winter greenhouses. Greg Schweser with the university’s regional sustainable development […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: January 14, 2025
Mar. corn closed at $4.74 and 1/2, down 2 centsMar. soybeans closed at $10.47 and 1/2, down 5 and 1/2 centsMar. soybean meal closed at $305.80, down $2.00Mar. soybean oil […]
Confirmation hearings this week include Zeldin for EPA administrator
A confirmation hearing for President-elect Trump’s nominee for EPA administrator takes place this week. Former Congressman Lee Zeldin will appear before the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee Thursday. U.S. […]
FSA disaster programs provide important farm safety net
The outgoing executive director of the USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) in Illinois says he’s a firm believer in the agency’s disaster programs. Scott Halpin, who also farms in northern […]
Soybeans, corn, wheat consolidate
Soybeans were mostly modestly lower. It was an up and down day with occasional support from last week’s USDA numbers against profit taking pressure. Beans are also watching development conditions […]
Farmer looks back on challenging 2024 growing season
Pictured: Iowa farmer Nathan Anderson at the 2025 Practical Farmers of Iowa annual conference (Photo by Brent Barnett/Brownfield) A northwest Iowa farmer says he’s pleased to move on from the […]
