IARN — The Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer rose 27 points to a reading of 183 in October, setting an all-time high for the index. Farmers were more optimistic about both the future and current financial situations on their farms. The Current Conditions Index rose 36 points to a reading of 178, and the Future Expectations Index climbed 23 points to a reading of 186. Read more
USDA Crop Progress: Harvest winding down
IARN — The latest weekly USDA Crop Progress Report shows the 2020 harvest is in the home stretch. Read more
Outgoing USMEF chair looks back on 2020
IARN — The US Meat Export Federation’s outgoing chair recently reflected on the organization’s challenging yet rewarding year. Read more
COVID Causes Surge In Iowa Rural Broadband Investment
IARN — Rural broadband has been a hot topic for a few years, but it has certainly come to the forefront during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more
ISU Field Agronomist Reflects On Rapid Harvest
IARN — It’s been a busy fall for Iowa’s farmers and for the crops team at Iowa State University. Read more
Ideal Harvest Weather This Week In Iowa
IARN — We aren’t very far from the end of the 2020 harvest and the weather patterns look good for farmers this week in Iowa. Read more