U.S. soybean farmer stresses need for dialogue with China as trade tensions linger
An Iowa soybean farmer says an upcoming trade mission to China could provide opportunities for the U.S. soybean industry. “We’ll try to get a take from them where we’re at,” […]
Cattle market continues to face unprecedented volatility
A commodity broker says there continues to be a lot of risk in the cattle markets. Brad Kooima of Kooima Kooima Varilek tells Brownfield, “Forty-five years I’ve done this. It’s […]
Strong demand drives U.S. ethanol supplies to 51-week low as production and exports rise
Strong demand has pulled the U.S. ethanol supply to a near-one year low. The U.S. Energy Information Administration says ethanol stocks of 21.919 million barrels were the lowest in 51 […]
Extended shutdown could threaten grain trade outreach
The chairman of the U.S. Grains and Bioproducts Council says an extended government shutdown could put vital trade outreach at risk. Mark Wilson, who farms in north central Illinois, says […]
Northwestern College PA Graduates Earn 100% First-Time Pass Rate
Northwestern College’s 2025 physician assistant graduates have achieved a 100% first-time pass rate on the national certifying exam, marking the third consecutive year the program has surpassed the national average. […]
SpeakAg Pioneer program helping state officers strengthen communication skills
A nationwide leadership initiative is helping the next generation of leaders strengthen and advance their communication skills. Lauren Agrotte with Indiana FFA says the Speak Ag Pioneer Program is teaching participants how […]
RV maker with two Iowa factories reports good returns for 4th quarter
Winnebago Industries reports a positive fiscal fourth quarter as price increases helped offset weaker consumer demand. The outdoor lifestyle products manufacturer with Iowa factories in Forest City and Lake Mills […]
Officials Remind Drivers to Stop for School Buses
This week is National School Bus Safety Week, and both local and state officials are reminding drivers to always prioritize safety when approaching a stopped school bus. It’s illegal in […]
New initiative will help inform Federal Reserve about ag industry
A new initiative from the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City could help inform federal policy that impacts the ag industry. Nathan Kauffman says the Center for the Ag and […]
Favorable weather accelerates South American soybean and corn planting
Planting conditions are favorable for South American farmers. Michael Cordonnier with Soybean and Corn Advisor says about a quarter of the Brazilian soybean crop is planted. “The big state of […]