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Rep. Hinson backs Trump’s trade dispute with China

Some lawmakers say President Trump’s tariff dispute with China will be good for ag producers in the long run. U.S. Congresswoman Ashley Hinson says she supports the president’s recent trade strategy. “It’s about negotiation and leverage, and laying out a way where we can... Read More.

Farmer not in a rush to start planting

A southeast Iowa farmer says he’s hesitant to get planting equipment in the field. Tim Meyer raises corn and soybeans in Henry County and says, “I’m not too excited. I don’t think our soil temperatures are quite up to 50 degrees yet. That’s where... Read More.

Uncertainty impacting multiple segments of cattle sector

The market news manager for the Missouri Department of Agriculture says until recently, sale barns have been largely focused on market fundamentals. Tony Hancock says this week has been different. “It affected prices at sale barns,” he says. “Guys weren’t just turning their heads,... Read More.

Governors ask EPA to increase biofuel blends

Four midwestern governors are asking the U.S. EPA to increase Renewable Volume Obligations for 2026. In a letter to EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin this week, governors say the RVO for 2026 shouldn’t be less than 15 billion gallons for convention ethanol and 5.25 billion... Read More.

Soy-based firefighting foam looking to expand in Ohio

Photo provided by the Ohio Soybean Council. The deputy executive director of the Ohio Soybean Council says the group is working to increase the adoption of soy-based firefighting foam across the state. Brandon Kern says SoyFoam, developed by Cross Plains Solutions through United Soybean Board... Read More.

Farmers first?

The executive director of the Organic Farmers Association says the Trump administration’s actions aren’t matching its messaging. “I don’t see how you put American farmers first if we’re gutting all of this support for them.” Kate Mendenhall says the freezing of promised federal funds... Read More.

Don’t underestimate the value of pre-emergence weed control

An agronomist with Syngenta says good pre-emergence weed control is vital for a successful crop. Brandon Nystrom says in an early spring, farmers can use a strong foundation rate of residual herbicides to tackle winter annual weeds, like henbit, before crops emerge. “We’ve had... Read More.

South Dakota FFA names new officer team

The new South Dakota State FFA President says he’s looking forward to a year serving FFA members. Tyler Strasser is a member of the Lennox-Sundstrom FFA in southeast South Dakota. “I just really want to help other members find their passion in the FFA... Read More.

U.S. and China continue tit-for-tat trade dispute

China has increased tariffs on U.S. goods again, responding to the latest move from the United States. “It’s certainly become a bidding war as to who can name the highest tariff.” But Arlan Suderman with StoneX Group says it doesn’t matter how high the tariffs go... Read More.

Illinois strengthening trade relationship with Mexico

The top elected officials in Illinois are set on maintaining a strong relationship with Mexico. Governor J.B. Pritzker recently led a trade delegation to meet with Mexican elected officials and business leaders. “What we were trying to do is to bring our Ag organizations,... Read More.
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