Ag News

Farmers: ARC/PLC Deadline Is Tuesday, April 15

Northwest Iowa — A reminder — if you are a farmer or involved with decision-making involving a farm, an important deadline is coming up. USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) officials tell us they are

State Ag Directors work to address industry challenges

IARN – Farmers and the agricultural industry are facing an overwhelming amount of uncertainty, with challenges coming from every direction. From unpredictable weather patterns and fluctuating market prices to labor

REALTOR survey shows farmland values are flat

Statewide, Iowa (RI) – The recently released REALTORS Land Institute survey shows the south-central district was the only one reporting a farmland price increase last month. Spokesman Matt Vegter says

Reinventing pork for the future

IARN – Taste What Pork Can Do™ is the new tagline set to launch with consumers in May digitally. Gordon Spronk, a National Pork Board member from Minnesota, says pork