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South American Weather and Crop Update (7-8-25)

South American Weather and Crop Update (7-8-25)

The weather is still mostly the same in South America, but there is finally some rain forecasted for some of the production areas in Argentina. Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride gave an update on the latest weather forecasts. While Brazil’s safrinha harvest progress is still behind the average, it’s not so far behind to be a major concern yet. With the soybean crop fully harvested, McBride said that farmers in Argentina are entering the final stages of corn harvest. The team at Allendale...

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China trade impasse drags down May U.S. red meat exports

China trade impasse drags down May U.S. red meat exports

Global trade is continuing to impact cattle and hog prices in Iowa and across the entire country. Exports of U.S. pork and beef trended lower in May, due primarily to steep declines in shipments to China, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S....

Congress plans to scrap USDA climate hubs, following Trump guidance

Congress plans to scrap USDA climate hubs, following Trump guidance

The Ames, Iowa-based Midwest Climate Hub, which along with the other 10 regional climate hubs under the USDA, is slated to be cut from the federal agriculture budget. The U.S. House appropriations bill that sets the 2026 fiscal year budgets for agriculture, rural...

Retailers plans for feature protein deals for grilling season

Retailers plans for feature protein deals for grilling season

As we are now in the heart of the summer grilling season, consumers are busy studying their weekly store fliers and ads for some featured deals in the meat section. USDA livestock analyst Michael McConnell explains an advertising method used by groceries and retailers...

Pushing to update conservation processes in Iowa

Pushing to update conservation processes in Iowa

With the current restrictions on water usage in the Des Moines metro, water conservation practices are at the forefront of discussion. While we have many new practices that offer plenty of benefits for farmers and the nearby waterways, it can be difficult to make...

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