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Corn Belt Ports Announces the Formation of the Ports of Eastern Iowa Authority Following Federal Designation
QUAD CITIES — Six Eastern Iowa Counties jointly signed a resolution to form the Ports of Eastern Iowa Authority. This authority will operate within the Mississippi River Ports of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois region. This formal coordination will expand the Corn Belt Ports’ footprint and reinforce its critical role in national commerce, transportation, and defense. This recognition by…
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What’s Driving the Grains Rally and How Far Could the Market Run?
Grains Continue to Rally: What’s Driving it and How Far Could the Market Run? Agweb Powered by Farm Journal
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Soybeans continue to rally
Soybean continue to rally | September 24, 2024 Successful Farming
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Growth Energy Welcomes Bipartisan Push for 45Z Extension
WASHINGTON, D.C.— Today, Growth Energy praised the introduction of new legislation that would extend the 45Z clean fuels credit, which is currently slated to expire at the end of 2027. The bipartisan bill, the Farmer First Fuel Incentives Act, is sponsored by Senators Roger Marshall (R-Kan.) and Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio), with companion legislation introduced by Representatives Tracey Mann…
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Nitrogen Fertilizer for Soybeans Offers Limited Yield Benefits, Study Says
URBANA, Ill. — In a recent study from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, researchers tested whether modern high-yielding soybeans benefit from nitrogen fertilizer, with results suggesting additions are largely unnecessary. Soybeans form a natural partnership with bacteria that colonize the plant’s roots. In exchange for sugars, the bacteria convert atmospheric nitrogen into a form the plant can use, supplying much…
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2024 Harvest On Pace With Five-Year Average, According To USDA Report
2024 Harvest On Pace With Five-Year Average, According To USDA Report 1380 KCIM
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Drop in US corn & wheat inspections reported
Drop in US corn & wheat inspections reported Farms.com
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New Agreement Unifies Upper and Lower Mississippi Ports
NEW ORLEANS — In a landmark move to enhance the efficiency and competitiveness of the Mississippi River’s vital agricultural and industrial trade routes, the Upper and Lower Mississippi River ports signed their first-ever Cooperative Endeavor Agreement (CEA) at the National Waterways Conference’s Annual Meeting. This historic partnership is poised to drive significant advancements in cooperation efforts toward business…
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Soybean condition suffering in Ohio, Tennessee
Soybean condition suffering in Ohio, Tennessee Successful Farming
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Spanish Farmers Protest Against Excessive Grain Imports from Ukraine
Spanish Farmers Protest Against Excessive Grain Imports from Ukraine Odessa Journal
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Why Casseroles Are a Lazy Cook’s Best Friend
GREENWICH, N.Y. — With simple ingredients and easy preparation, casseroles save time and energy without compromising on taste. Whether you’re a busy parent, a college student or just someone who prefers simplicity in the kitchen, casseroles are the perfect solution. Say goodbye to complicated recipes and hello to stress-free cooking with these hearty, satisfying dishes.…
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Some seed quality issues popping up in Illinois corn crop
A Bayer agronomist says some Illinois farmers are seeing seed quality issues in their corn crop. Lance Tarochione, who’s based in west central Illinois, tells Brownfield… “East central Illinois is fighting that more.” He says, “Somebody I was talking to the other day described to me an ear of corn that looked like a bag…
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Spreading the Message of Corn Overseas
The Illinois Corn Marketing Board utilizes corn checkoff dollars to support the work of the U.S. Grains Council across the globe. One of the many outreach efforts supported by the Illinois corn checkoff is the U.S. Grains Council. Jim Reed, Illinois farmer and at large board member for USGC, says that support is vital to the…
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South Africa braces for wet summer and heatwaves amid La Niña uncertainty
South Africa braces for wet summer and heatwaves amid La Niña uncertainty Mail and Guardian
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Canola net short position grows
Canola net short position grows Manitobe Co-Operator
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Crunch on Some Apples to Promote Good Health
FARGO, N.D. — “Fall is my favorite season,” my husband commented as we drove home one sunny afternoon. I agreed. I especially enjoy the colors of autumn. As I looked out the car window, I noted a few orange, yellow and red leaves had appeared on the trees and bushes around homes. Soon the outdoors…
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Rail tariff hikes will lead to new losses for Ukrainian farmers
Rail tariff hikes will lead to new losses for Ukrainian farmers, says association Yahoo News UK
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Equipment industry is ‘in major flux’
Machinery Pete says equipment industry is ‘in major flux’ Agweek
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Farmers, Ranchers, and Consumers Support the LOCAL Food Act
Washington, DC, September 20, 2024 – On September 19, Senators Peter Welch (D-VT), Bernie Sanders (I-VT), and Cory Booker (D-NJ) introduced the Livestock Owned by Communities to Advance Local (LOCAL) Foods Act (S.5106) to permanently protect the ability of livestock farmers, consumers, custom processors, and itinerant slaughterers to practice and benefit from on-farm slaughter. Currently, the Federal Meat…
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Recent Soy Sales Won’t Lift Export Prospects
The U.S. is coming off one of its worst soybean export seasons in recent memory. Shipments during the season rivaled those from a few years ago when the U.S. and China were locked in a trade war. Export sales for 2024-2025 began on September 1 and have been stronger than average over the past months…
