US Corn and Bean Production Down
The World Agriculture Supply and Demand Estimates report shows lower US corn and bean production. David Geiger has more in…
Anti-Trust Lawsuit Against Cattle Meatpackers Dismissed
Tyson Foods, JBS, the National Beef Packing Company, and Cargill were part of the dismissed lawsuit and say they’re pleased…
Coalition Calling On President Trump for Help in Stopping Ethanol Waivers
A coalition of farm and ethanol groups are asking the Trump Administration to finish the job on waivers. David Geiger…
Report: Tariffs on China Not Within World Trade Rules
The trade governing body of the world says tariffs on China from the U.S. were not within the rules. David…
Drought Conditions Remain a Concern for Iowa Farmers
There was heavy rain for some parts of Iowa this last week but drought conditions are still a concern. David Geiger…
Snowy, Freezing Winter Predicted for Much of US, Farmers’ Almanac Says
(WJW) — The Farmers’ Almanac has released its extended forecast for the 2020-2021 winter season, and for those among us…
Iowa Crop Progress Report Details Derecho Damage
The derecho that blew through the Midwest drastically reduced crop conditions according to the Iowa Crop Progress report. David Geiger has…
Recovery of Crops Flattened by Derecho Unlikely, Agronomist Says
High winds hit Iowa farmland causing millions of acres of crop damage on Monday. David Geiger has more in the…
Iowa Farm Production Expenditures Jumped About $5 Million in 2019
The Farm Production Expenditures summary report is out showing Iowa farms bought much more than 2018. David Geiger has more in the…
Limited Help for Agriculture in COVID-19 Relief Package Proposals
Senate Republicans are making a counteroffer to Democrats on a virus relief package this week but there is only limited…
USDA Releases Investigation Into Tyson Holcomb Plant Fire
The USDA has released its investigation into the Tyson Holcomb Plant fire which boosted beef margins. David Geiger has more…
Trade Negotiations Underway Between US and Kenya
The United States and Kenya started up trade negotiations on Wednesday.. With a goal to start a free trade…
Farm Progress Show Cancels 2020 Boone Event
The nation’s largest outdoor farm event is now canceled for 2020. David Geiger has more on the Agribusiness Report for…
Struggle Continues for Iowa’s Ethanol Industry
With new refinery exemptions under review by the Environmental Protection Agency, Iowa’s ethanol industry is still struggling. David Geiger has…
Iowa Crop Progress Report Shows Great Conditions for Corn and Beans
“Overall, conditions are looking great, if we look at the outlook going forward we’re going to continue the warmth it…