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Instead of writing down these big audacious goals, Jon Acuff, an entrepreneur, speaker and best-selling author, has better advice: Set micro goals.
The Indiana State Fairgrounds & Event Center, formerly the swine barn and public safety center, unveiled the new World-Class Indiana Farm Bureau Fall Creek Pavilion and plans for its future use on Thursday.
Could agriculture face a Southwest-type meltdown?
The rural economy seems to be set on cruise in neutral gear. That’s according to the Rural Mainstreet Index (RMI) from Creighton University.
In her new role as director, Laura Greiner is ready to guide Iowa State University’s Iowa Pork Industry Center (IPIC) in its efforts to maintain the state’s standing as a leader in advancing animal agriculture.
Follow this strategy to reduce turnover and increase morale on your farm team.
As you look at transitioning leadership and ownership of your farm to the next generation, be ready to tackle entitlement issues.
The July Ag Economists’ Monthly Monitor showed several key changes from June including a bigger cut to corn and soybean yields, a drop in corn and soybean prices and more bullish cattle and hog prices.
The poet Ovid said, “Dripping water hollows out stone, not through force but through persistence.” This quote perfectly encompasses a key in business success: small habits done repeatedly truly do add up.
Matt and Lisa Moreland hoped at least one of their sons would return home to farm after college. What they didn’t anticipate? All three sons wanted to come back. Here are four things the family learned in the process.
If your spouse dies, look into filing Form 706 Federal Estate Tax Return with the IRS. Taking that step could help you protect farm assets so they pass to your heirs without estate taxes. The process isn’t automatic.
The food system is being reimagined today and farmers can benefit by thinking about how to improve their ability to take advantage of opportunities in the process, says Rob Dongoski with Ernst and Young.
House Ag Committee Chairman G.T. Thompson, along with other members, is seeking additional funding sources for the bill, but that will likely be the biggest farm bill hurdle that may trip up lawmakers.
Do you know what the Top 5 targeted states are for animal rights activists? The answer may surprise you.
Suppliers and retailers continue to cut glyphosate prices in the U.S. as the industry grapples with too much supplies. With no resolve in sight, one inputs analyst thinks glyphosate prices could remain low through 2023.
The House Committee on Agriculture has established a bipartisan Agricultural Labor Working Group to address the pressing labor challenges faced by the agricultural industry.
The majority of ag economists don’t expect a farm bill to be written by the upcoming deadline, but a few think it could happen by the end of the year, according to the most recent Ag Economists’ Monthly Monitor.
The leaders also drafted a proposed legislation earlier this month that promises treaty-like benefits for businesses seeking cross-border investment opportunities via the tax code.
There’s a $400 spread between cattle feeding margins and packer margins – now in the cowboy’s favor. Cattle harvest is lower as packers reduce hours, a signal their margins are in the red.
It’s always hard to prove the disappearance of something, says National Pork Board’s Chris Hostetler. But just because you can’t always see it happen, doesn’t mean it’s not. Feed wastage and spillage is a great example.
America’s legions of “fair food” fans are in for a special treat on July 29 when A&E’s “Best in Chow” series debuts Ohio’s own Pork Double-Decker Pork Loin Sandwich created at the Ohio State Fair by the OH Pork Council.
Sow mortality due to POP is even more relevant than a year ago because it’s no longer an issue isolated to the U.S. Sow mortality reports are increasing around the world. That’s why a new genomics study is turning heads.
The line-up of speakers and topics for the 2023 Allen D. Leman Swine Conference is out!
A recent study analyzed the probability of meat processing plant survival, finding that business diversification is most important for smaller plants and local context is more important for larger plants.
EPA has a deadline from the Eight Circuit Court of Appeals to offer a progress report on the Waters of the U.S. rule by Sept. 15.
The inaugural BBQ & Brew at the Ballpark, held on July 15 at Principal Park in Des Moines, generated over $20,000 worth of ground pork, which will be distributed to Iowa food banks and pantries.
Look what the makers of SPAM have come up with, bringing the brand’s family of varieties to 11 flavors now.
The animal protein space remains a proven winner with the consumer, which lends itself to optimism, points out CoBank’s Brian Earnest. However, elevated feed and input costs will impede growth in the months ahead.
Legislators have until Wednesday to propose amendments to the fiscal 2024 Ag appropriations bill, which could lead to test votes on farm bill matters. The measure could begin debate next week.
Canada’s red meat sector expressed deep disappointment after the announcement that the United Kingdom joined the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP).