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 […]
A good time to be a cattle producer
Pictured: Iowa farmer James Holz at the 2025 Practical Farmers of Iowa annual conference (Photo by Brent Barnett/Brownfield) A central Iowa cattle farmer says 2024 ended on a high note […]
Farmers stay connected on ag policy in 2025
A southwest Iowa farmer says he’s concerned about uncertainty in the ag industry. Jeff Jorgenson says he’s hopeful agriculture will be a priority for the incoming Trump administration. “As we […]
The importance of carcass management planning
The communications director for the Ohio Pork Council says carcass management is a critical component to foreign animal disease preparedness. Mike King says composting is key in developing an effective […]
Senator Ernst questions Defense Secretary nominee on women in military, stopping military sexual assault
Iowa Senator Joni Ernst questioned President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for Secretary of Defense today in a hearing before the Senate Armed Services Committee. Ernst, a Republican from Red Oak says […]
Milk futures mostly higher, cash dairy mostly lower
Milk futures mostly higher, cash dairy mostly lower January Class III milk futures on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange closed 16 cents higher at $20.35. February up 33 at $20.60. March […]
Concerns over beef price sustainability
A central Illinois cattle producer has come concerns over the current price of beef. Chase Brown, who raises cattle in Macon County, says he’s worried about sustainability. “A whole beef […]
45Z guidance shows positive outlook for the soybean industry
A director with the American Soybean Association says the U.S. Treasury Department’s decision to not allow imported used cooking oil to qualify for the clean fuels tax credit is a huge […]
Boehm stepping down from roles at University of Nebraska IANR
The University of Nebraska has announced a leadership change within the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources (IANR). Mike Boehm, who has served in the dual role as vice chancellor […]
