Ag News

Farmers Got a Lot of Planting Done Last Week

Statewide Iowa (RI) — Farmers were able to substantially increase the amount of corn and beans planted in the last week. The latest USDA crop report shows corn planting jumped

Rollins says bird flu vaccine still not ready

IARN – USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins says that a bird flu vaccine is still not ready for a full rollout although efforts to produce an effective vaccine are still underway.

Improving the return on fresh cow protocols

IARN – While advancements in managing clinical milk fever have reduced cases, its invisible counterpart, subclinical hypocalcemia, remains a significant challenge for fresh cows. Dr. Curt Vlietstra, a professional services

Input costs aren’t dropping alongside inflation

IARN – General inflation has cooled off from the high points in recent years, but input costs are not following suit. Dr. Michael Langemeier is the director of Purdue’s Center

Naig optimistic on Iowa Farm Act passage

IARN – The Iowa Farm Act continues to move through the State Legislature as lawmakers work to finalize the comprehensive ag policy package before the session comes to a close.