Ag News

Hog farmers drive demand for U.S. soybeans

IARN – The Soy Checkoff is driving domestic demand for U.S. soybeans by creating and developing domestic demand opportunities. There are three main focuses that the United Soybean Board is

Cattle industry monitoring human screwworm case

IARN – A human case of New World screwworm was reported by the Centers for Disease Control after being discovered earlier this month. Colin Woodall, CEO of the National Cattlemen’s

New precision ag tools unveiled at Farm Progress Show

IARN – The Farm Progress Show is one of the best environments in agriculture to learn about the newest equipment, technology, and innovative management practices. That includes the latest precision

Year-round E15 would be beneficial for everyone

IARN – Congress has an opportunity to help farmers and bring down the cost of gas. In this week’s commentary, American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall said year-round E15

Sudden Death Syndrome Hitting Soybeans

Ames, Iowa (RI) — A soybean disease called sudden death syndrome – or SDS — is showing up in more fields this year due to a wet growing season. Iowa