Iowa Governor Signs Law for Expanded E15 Access by 2026
After recently petitioning the EPA for the year-round sale of E15 with seven other U.S. governors, Iowa Governor (R) Kim Reynolds signed into law legislation the expanded access to E15 and biofuels within the state by 2026.
Pork Leaders Discuss Technology, Labor at Swine Innovation Forum
As pork industry leaders met at North Carolina State University’s Swine Innovation Forum, technology and labor remained key topics throughout the event.
Planting Progress Moves Forward, Still Behind Pace
Last week, warm weather swept much of the corn belt, allowing a much-needed boost to planting progress amidst a near-record-slow year.
India Announces Partial Ban on Wheat Exports
India announced Saturday policies to manage food security of the country, which include a ban on exports.
USDA Begins $6 Billion in Disaster-Relief Payments
USDA announced Monday $6 billion in payments to crop producers impacted by 2020 and 2021 natural disasters. Relief payments will…
Infographic: The Benefits of Crop Hail Protection
Don’t leave the value of your crops to chance. The devastation left in the wake of a hailstorm can be…
Watch Out for these Early Season Pests
With corn and soybean planting slowly underway, insect threats are already lurking in the fields. Entomologists are placing a special…
Dust, Wind Rips through South Dakota and Minnesota
Another series of destructive storms, including derecho-like conditions, ripped through the Upper Midwest this past Thursday, blasting 100-plus mph winds…
Dairy Revenue Protection (DRP) Changes
The following revisions are applicable for the 2023 and succeeding crop years for the DRP plan of insurance: Allow sales…
Whole-Farm Protection Insurance Program Underused, RMA Continues to Look at Enhancements
“I have listened to feedback from agents and producers alike that some of the reporting requirements for Whole Farm are…