Economist urges farmers to focus on financial strengths amid market volatility
An ag economist says managing risk starts with understanding farm financials. David Widmar with Agricultural Economic Insights says having a strong risk management plan can help producers navigate uncertainty. “I […]
Fiscbach: year-round E15 would give corn farmers a stronger market floor
A U.S. Representative says farmers need stable policies and expanded domestic demand. Minnesota Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach says biofuels are critical to the success of agriculture. “It’s the strongest domestic demand […]
Fertilizer costs will stay high, economist says
An ag economist says farmers should be more proactive purchasing fertilizer for 2027. “Just from my pessimistic perspective, I really think this thing with the Strait (of Hormuz) and Iran […]
Low ethanol prices fuel strong blending demand, ACE CEO says
The CEO of the American Coalition for Ethanol says the biofuels industry is in a good place. “Overall, the health of the industry I think is very strong right now.” […]
Over 500 Century and Heritage Iowa farms being honored
A few thousand people are being recognized at the Iowa State Fair today for having a farm in the family for over 100 years. T he Century Farm program was […]
Over 500 ‘Century’ and ‘Heritage’ Iowa farms being honored
A few thousand people are being recognized at the Iowa State Fair today for having a farm in the family for over 100 years. T he Century Farm program was […]
Southeast Iowa cities use millions in EPA funds to restore brownfield sites
Officials with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recently visited southeast Iowa, touring abandoned industrial sites that are being cleaned up using eight-and-a-half million dollars in federal brownfields grants. Jim Macy, […]
DOJ getting voter data debated in Iowa Sec. of State race
The Democrat running against Iowa’s top election official says Republican Paul Pate, Iowa’s Secretary of State, shouldn’t have turned over voter registration lists to the federal government. In the spring […]
Farmers feeling impact of ACA changes
The government relations director with the Wisconsin Farmers Union (WFU) says rising health insurance costs are adding to the financial squeeze on farmers. Michelle Ramirez-White says the subsidy changes within […]
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