Central Illinois farmer preparing for increased drying costs despite late season heat
A central Illinois farmer says it’s been a surprisingly slow start to harvest in his area. John Klemm, who raises corn, soybeans, and cattle in DeWitt County, says it’s been […]
Finstad says farmers, agents positive on federal risk management changes
A member of the U.S. House Agriculture Committee says changes to federal risk management programs in last year’s One Big Beautiful Bill are benefiting farmers. Minnesota Republican Brad Finstad tells […]
Ricketts introduces Agricultural Data Privacy Act
Nebraska Senator Pete Ricketts has introduced a bill that he says would provide producers the right to own their data. “Farmers and ranchers should be able to choose how they […]
Wet conditions could lead to higher propane bills this harvest
A south-central Iowa farmer says the wet start to harvest will likely lead to an uptick in propane expenses. “There’s going to be a considerable amount of grain that’s going […]
Retrofitting gaining momentum as farmers seeks cost-effective equipment upgrades
The CEO of equipment dealer AgRevolution says producers are looking to add new technology to older equipment as ag equipment costs continue to rise. Stacy Anthony says many farmers are […]
Diesel export ban debate raises questions for agriculture
Some Republican lawmakers have called for a temporary ban on diesel exports and there are questions whether it would lower fuel costs for farmers and consumers. Geoff Cooper, president and […]
Potential reduction in federal meat inspections raises concerns
The director of the Illinois Department of Agriculture says any moves to loosen inspection requirements on meat products threaten to undermine the integrity of the country’s food supply. Earlier this […]
Short U.S.-China trade extension keeps ag markets waiting
Market analyst Randy Martinson says he’s slightly disappointed the U.S. and China have only extended the Busan Agreement (made last October) through January 2027. “The U.S. was hoping for a […]
Grassley proposes cutting diesel prices as costs squeeze farm income
U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley says there’s a way to alleviate high diesel prices. The Iowa Republican tells Brownfield farm, trucking, and other industries have contacted the White House about costs […]
Economist: expanding E15 could help ease pressure on diesel prices
Ag Economist Scott Irwin at the University of Illinois says expanding E15 consumption in the United States could indirectly help ease some of the pressure on diesel prices. “To close […]