The push for year-round E-15 continues
The push for year-round E-15 continues. Chris Cherry, president of the Indiana Corn Growers Association, says a federal fix for nationwide E-15 remains a top priority. “We’re going to get […]
Farm bill future unknown
The future remains unknown for a full, five-year farm bill. Alan Dunn, vice president of the Indiana Corn Growers Association, says provisions not included in the reconciliation package could be […]
USTR launches investigation into Brazil ethanol tariffs
The U.S. Trade Representative has launched an investigation into Brazil’s tariff on U.S. ethanol imports. U.S. Grains Council president Ryan LeGrand says 18 to 20 percent duties have been in […]
North Iowa farmer cautiously optimistic about this year’s crop
North central Iowa farmer Casey Schlichthing says he’s cautiously optimistic about this year’s crop. “I think if the wet holes blend in this year I think we’ll be in good […]
Southwestern Illinois wheat harvest exceptional
A southwestern Illinois farmer says the wheat harvest was exceptional. Garrett Hawkins, who farms in Monroe County and serves as president of the Illinois Corn Growers Association, tells Brownfield, “I […]
Rise of AI could lead to additional cyber security risk for ag sector
The Federal Bureau of Investigation says a new security threat is emerging in the agriculture industry. Special Agent in Charge Gene Kowel with the Omaha FBI Field Office says the […]
Some long-term optimism for the corn market
The co-founder of AgMarket.net says there could be long-term opportunities brewing in the corn market. Matt Bennett says several factors make him optimistic for 2026. “We’ve drawn down world stocks […]
State partnerships part of USDA’s new food safety plan
Last year, growth in Missouri’s meat processing industry was at risk due to a lack of funding, but Missouri’s Ag Director says the situation has changed. This spring, USDA gave […]
The impacts of nitrogen deficiency
Nitrogen deficiencies are starting to appear in parts of the Corn Belt after periods of heavy rainfall this spring. In this episode of Managing for Profit, Purdue University Extension’s corn […]
Central IL crops benefitting from better weather
A central Illinois farmer says recent rains and a break from the heat have been good for the crops. Mark Bunselmeyer, who farms in Macon County and serves as the […]