Learning about tassel wrapping in real time, agronomist says
An extension agronomist says there are some pollination concerns across parts of the Corn Belt. Meaghan Anderson with Iowa State University says several Midwestern states have some reported cases of […]
USDA limits specialty sugar imports
The U.S. Department of Agriculture says it will not allow additional specialty sugar imports into the U.S. during the next fiscal year. The Foreign Agricultural Service this week announced the […]
Economist concerned about struggling farm equipment market
An ag economist says the farm equipment market is struggling. Ernie Goss with Creighton University says the latest Rural Mainstreet Index revealed higher input costs, tight credit conditions, and low […]
Stormy weather expected across Iowa this weekend
The National Weather Service forecast is looking like we are in for a stormy weekend. NWS Meteorologist Brooke Hagenhoff says it’ll get started tonight. “So, we’re looking at chances for […]
Strong export demand could impact corn market
An ag economist at Purdue University says export demand could help stabilize the market for farmers continuing to face economic uncertainty. Michael Langemeier says corn exports remain strong. “Part of […]
Iowans in U.S. House back three crypto-related bills
Iowa’s congressional delegation is hailing House passage of bills that establish a new set of federal rules for the cryptocurrency industry. Congressman Randy Feenstra, a Republican from Hull, said it’s […]
New Indiana Barn Foundation executive director focused on membership growth
The new executive director of the Indiana Barn Foundation says she hopes to expand the organization’s mission and membership. Christine Page says the nonprofit helps preserve historical barns across the […]
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Cash dairy prices end the week mixed
Cash dairy prices were steady to lower except for cheese Friday on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. Dry whey was down $0.0150 at $0.5575. Five sales were recorded, ranging from $0.5575 […]
Soybean gall midge detected in southeast Minnesota
Soybean gall midge larvae have been found in southeast Minnesota. University of Minnesota Extension entomologist Bob Koch says the detection in Dakota County indicates the pest is spreading eastward. “There […]
