Grassley says fertilizer tariff relief, energy policy key to helping farmers
U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley says President Trump has tools available to help strengthen the ag economy. The Iowa Republican says he’s asking the president to look into fertilizer tariffs. “He […]
Mixed economic picture emerging for U.S. agriculture, economist says
An ag economist says the agricultural economy is sending mixed signals for farmers and ranchers. Ernie Goss is with Creighton University and says, “The economy is just not as strong […]
Cash dairy prices mostly up Wednesday at CME
Cash dairy prices were mostly up on Wednesday at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. Dry whey was unchanged at $0.6375. No sales were recorded at that price. Forty-pound cheese blocks were up $0.0425 at $1.6025. Two sales were recorded at $1.58 and $1.59. Cheese barrels were up $0.0700 at $1.56. No sales were recorded. Butter prices were up $0.0225 at […]
From Blue Jacket to Broadcast: How FFA Shaped My Journey and Continues to Transform the Future of Agriculture
The blue jacket isn’t just something I talk about. It’s something I’ve lived. Long before I ever held a microphone, I zipped up that blue corduroy jacket as a high […]
Farmer leaders voice frustration over stalled biofuels policy at Commodity Classic
Some farmer leaders say they’re frustrated by the lack of movement on biofuels policy. Brett Grauerholtz with Kansas Corn says there are several moving parts for the House to pass […]
Farmers say cost management and crop diversification are key tools in a tight-margin year.
Farmers across the U.S. continue to navigate narrow margins and tight budgets. Indiana farmer Tim Gauck says it’s even more important for farmers today, to know their numbers. “Knowing your […]
Farmers say cost management and crop diversification are key tools in a tight-margin year
Farmers across the U.S. continue to navigate narrow margins and tight budgets. Indiana farmer Tim Gauck says it’s even more important for farmers today, to know their numbers. “Knowing your […]
Kehoe says E15 expansion would boost corn markets, urges Congressional action
Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe says after a visit to Washington D.C. last week he’s optimistic Congress will find a way forward on legislation for nationwide, year-round E15. “Our Congressional delegation […]
E15 deadline arrives as industry awaits congressional action
Attendees of the National Ethanol Conference in Orlando are anxiously awaiting an update from the Rural Domestic Energy Council on year-round, nationwide E15. Renewable Fuels Association CEO Geoff Cooper says […]
Cooking with Alpha-Gal Syndrome
Foods that can commonly trigger allergic reactions for those who have Alpha Gal Syndrome included red meat, organ meats, and some dairy products. That can cause some serious disruptions for […]