Ag News

Pork prices holding above the cost of production

IARN – Pork supplies are similar to a year ago, even with hogs being fed to heavier weights before being sent to market. Lee Schulz, chief economist with Ever.Ag, says

John Deere’s sales slump continues

Statewide, Iowa (RI) – John Deere’s sales slump has continued. John Deere’s fourth quarter profits fell seven percent and the company’s CEO is warning 2026 may be another tough year

AFBF emphasizes need for economic assistance

IARN – There are still many challenges facing farm country. During a recent phone call with Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins, American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall took the opportunity

Tariff aid expected this week or next

IARN – With farm margins under pressure, USDA is expected to roll out long anticipated tariff assistance soon. Read more at Iowa Agribusiness Radio Network.