Concern tariffs could impact U.S. ethanol exports
There is concern tariffs could impact U.S. ethanol exports. Iowa Renewable Fuels Association executive director Monte Shaw says the Trump administration has targeted Canada, the top foreign market for ethanol. […]
Cattle futures finish the week lower
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were lower on the drop in cash and wholesale business. February live cattle closed $1.80 lower at $197.75 and April lives […]
Northwestern College Students Engage in Service Trips and Secure Grant for Nursing Department
Northwestern College is bustling with activity this winter as students prepare to embark on service trips and the nursing department receives a significant grant. During spring break, the college will […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: February 14, 2025
Mar. corn closed at $4.96 and 1/4, up 2 and 3/4 centsMar. soybeans closed at $10.36, up 6 centsMar. soybean meal closed at $295.90, up $3.20Mar. soybean oil closed at […]
Wednesday snowstorm saw record for cars hitting state snowplows
The Iowa DOT says 15 snowplows were hit while working during the snowstorm Wednesday. The DOT says that is a one-day record for equipment strikes during a winter season. The […]
Wheat moves higher on lower dollar, weather concerns
Soybeans were higher on short covering and technical buying, but not enough to escape a lower week-to-week close. Argentina’s crop rating was down on the week, even with improved rainfall […]
Turkey hatchery numbers fall
Turkey hatchery numbers are pointing towards tighter supplies later this year. The USDA says 24.487 million eggs were in incubation on February 1st, 2025, down 1% from January 1st and […]
Ethanol export uncertainties in 2025
The vice president of government affairs for the Renewable Fuels Association says there could be some uncertainty for ethanol exports this year. Ed Hubbard says he’s concerned about the country’s […]
Some ag Democrats say SNAP cuts put farm bill passage at risk
Several Democratic members of the U.S. House Ag Committee have expressed concern proposed cuts to nutrition programs could be a sticking point in farm bill negotiations. Shri Thanedar of Michigan […]
Ag Democrats say SNAP cuts put farm bill passage at risk
Several ag committee democrats are concerned proposed nutrition cuts by the U.S. House will endanger passing a new farm bill. House Ag Committee member Shri Thanedar of Michigan tells Brownfield, […]
