Rice farmer says fields still flooded
A farmer in northeast Arkansas says he’s still waiting to replant after several thousand acres of his cropland flooded earlier this month. Jeff Rutledge says flood recovery is a long […]
Rice farmer says no replanting happening yet
A farmer in northeast Arkansas says he’s still waiting to replant after several thousand acres of his cropland flooded earlier this month. Jeff Rutledge says there’s more rain in the […]
Trade mission highlights value of U.S. corn in Southeast Asia
A recent trade mission to southeast Asia was an opportunity for farmers to highlight the value of U.S. corn. Wyandot County farmer Nate Bair says the quality of U.S. corn […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: April 25, 2025
May corn closed at $4.78 and 3/4, up 1 and 1/2 centsMay soybeans closed at $10.49 and 3/4, down 3 and 1/4 centsMay soybean meal closed at $290.00, up $1.30May […]
March poultry production up 3% on year
4.223 billion pounds of poultry were certified wholesome in March 2025, up 3% from March 2024. The USDA says that included 3.831 billion pounds of chicken, 4% higher than last […]
Hoeven: the U.S. should hold China accountable
The chairman of the U.S. Senate Ag Appropriations Subcommittee says he’s been talking with the U.S. Trade Representative as the U.S. and China meet to discuss tariffs. John Hoeven from […]
Governor cites executive privilege in lawsuit over newspaper’s records request
Governor Kim Reynolds is suing the Des Moines Register over the paper’s public records request for email conversations among the governor’s staff and a West Des Moines city councilwoman who […]
Staff reductions at USDA will have lasting impacts
A former administrator at the USDA’s Animal Plant Health Inspection Service says reductions in USDA staff puts U.S. agriculture at an increased risk for pests and disease. Kevin Shea says […]
Michigan lawmakers consider biodiesel incentives
The Michigan Soybean Association is asking state lawmakers to support a biodiesel tax credit for producers. Chief Executive Officer Ben Seyfer says the legislation would create a complete local supply […]
Iowa sites will take back prescription drugs Saturday
Saturday is “National Drug Take Back Day,” which is designed to give you a chance to get rid of old prescription medications you no longer need. Sioux City police Sergeant […]
