IARN — Lawmakers last week introduced the Opportunities for Fairness in Farming, or OFF Act, which is aimed at reforming the federal checkoff system. However, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association’s CEO Colin Woodall said this about attacking the beef industry, not checkoff reform. Read more
Farm incomes look to slow further in Q2 of this year
IARN — After a few years of riding higher, the agriculture industry is seeing signs of slowing down. We aren’t immune to this trend, as the whole economy is experiencing negative pressures currently. Farmers know that the costs of inputs are higher, prices of grains are getting lower, and it is tightening our bottom line. Read more
Using on-farm data to improve sustainability through measurable actions
IARN — Sustainability is a popular topic across all sectors of agriculture. Although it might be a newer discussion topic for some areas of the ag industry, livestock producers have used sustainable practices for many years. Read more
Northwest Iowa’s Planting Season About Complete As Soil Remains Dry
Northwest Iowa — Farmers saw enough dry weather last week that planting season is closing in on the end. Read more
Animal disease preparedness a “must have” for farm bill
IARN — A strong farm safety net is a concern that has been voiced by nearly all areas of agriculture as a “must have” for the 2023 Farm Bill. Livestock industry leaders say that animal disease preparedness is another “must have” for the next farm bill. Read more
Grains anxiously watch weather while livestock is treading water
IARN — Grains took a beating last week. It was a fire sale of corn, soybeans, and wheat. The market conditions have really put pressure on this year’s crop, and there are still acres left to plant. Read more