The cost of banning glyphosate
A professor of weed science at the University of Illinois says a new analysis finds the economic cost of a glyphosate ban would be monumental. Aaron Hager says the research […]
Soybeans, corn mixed, still watching weather
Soybeans were mixed, mostly modestly higher. Forecasts have a return to hotter, drier conditions in some key growing areas starting late this weekend. Still, parts of the region do have […]
NMPF seeking input on FARM Program Version 2028 updates
The National Milk Producers Federation is looking at ways to help producers improve their dairy management practices. Dr. Meggan Hain says updates to the National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management […]
Growers say cheap asparagus imports muted this season’s market potential
The chair of the Michigan Asparagus Advisory Board Chair says rising imports continue to threaten what little American production is left. “Having to deal with imports coming in just totally […]
Soil cracks highlight worsening drought in some Kansas fields
North-central Kansas farmer Brett Grauerholz says ongoing drought is stressing his corn and soybean crops. “Luckily with some irrigation in the area, we’ve been able to keep it going […]
Heat wave puts Midwest crop conditions to the test
An ag meteorologist says he’s closely watching how another heat wave could impact crop conditions in parts of the Midwest. Brian Fuchs with the National Drought Mitigation Center says there’s […]
Senate Finance Committee questions USTR Greer over ag exports, tariffs
Senate lawmakers questioned U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer about agricultural exports on Wednesday. During a hearing, Greer said President Trump’s trade agenda is working for farmers and ranchers. “For starters, […]
Boone, Grinnell, Le Mars and Maquoketa recognized for housing efforts
Four of the state’s towns are being singled out as Iowa Thriving Communities, what recognizes innovation and commitment to advancing housing opportunities for all. The designations for Boone, Grinnell, Le […]
Cash dairy prices mostly down Thursday at CME
Cash dairy prices were mostly down Thursday at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. Dry whey was down $0.01 to $0.69. One sale was reported at that price. Forty-pound cheese blocks were unchanged at $1.67. Five sales were recorded ranging from $1.6675 to $1.68. Cheese barrels were up $0.0025 $1.63. No […]
City Councilman replaces GOP’s Lt. Governor nominee Wulf in Iowa House race
Republicans have nominated a member of the Hudson City Council to run in the Iowa House district currently represented by the GOP’s candidate for lieutenant governor. Under Iowa law, a […]