Blizzard closes roads and snaps power poles in Northwest Iowa
Blizzard conditions have shut down roadways and travel is not recommended in many areas of western and northwestern Iowa this afternoon. DOT Winter Operations Director Craig Bargfrede says a large […]
Officials hear impacts of federal funding freeze
The Trump administration’s freezing and cutting of federal funds is having devastating impacts across the country. “Never before have I called for mass activism, but this is the moment.” Illinois […]
Black history is now more accessible in Waterloo
The African American Historical and Cultural Museum is now open in Waterloo, a big milestone for the organization. The opening marks the first time in the museum’s 29-year history that […]
Exports top of mind for Minnesota Pork Producers president
The president of the Minnesota Pork Producers Association welcomes the renewal of certificates allowing more U.S. pork exports to China. Todd Selvik says over 300 U.S. pork harvesting and cold […]
Proper planter set-up can make a big yield difference
A field agronomist says research shows there can be a big difference in yields just by making a few changes on the planter. Joey Heneghan with Beck’s Hybrids tells Brownfield […]
Farmers to EPA: release RVOs on time
The administrator of the U.S. EPA said the agency is taking a closer look at how often Renewable Volume Obligations are adjusted under the Renewable Fuel Standard. Lee Zeldin told […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: March 19, 2025
May corn closed at $4.62, up 3 and 1/4 centsMay soybeans closed at $10.08 and 1/4, down 4 and 1/2 centsMay soybean meal closed at $297.70, down $2.20May soybean oil […]
Soybeans, wheat see midweek losses
Soybeans were lower on fund and technical selling. The trade continues to monitor harvest activity in South America which is advancing in Argentina and nearing the 75% mark for Brazil. […]
Cattle futures higher, waiting on direct business
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were higher, waiting for direct business to develop. April lives closed $1.45 higher at $206.82 and June live cattle closed $1.85 […]
Chinese ship fees disproportionally impact agriculture
The Agriculture Transportation Coalition’s Executive Director says a proposal before the U.S. Trade Representative’s Office would be devastating for exports. Peter Friedman calls proposed penalties under the Trade Act an […]
