Agri-Pulse DriveTime

Iowa Senator Charles Grassley addressed challenges facing the renewable fuel industry on a call with agriculture journalists today. 

The USDA reports corn and soybean planting is nearing completion and above the five year average. Corn condition is rated 75% good to excellent. 

The overall ag trade deficit is growing, but USMEF Chair Randy Spronk sees hope on the horizon for the livestock industry. 

Trade deficit climbs. WRDA legislation advances. Wage rates remain challenging. 

After gaining approval for a new farm bill in the House Ag Committee, Chairman Glenn Thompson continues to solicit votes to gain approval later this year. 

The 2024 planting season has proven challenging for Midwest farmers and some weather models suggest it could stay that way.