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1/18/2021
USDA chief economist says gains not likely to offset reduction from last year's $46.5 billion in government payments.
1/18/2021
Biden administration likely to push for a reversal on Trump actions on climate and regulations.
1/18/2021
Economists from American Farm Bureau review opportunities and challenges to be aware of going into the 2021 growing season.
1/18/2021
Crop prices jump on lower production estimate and continuing demand.
1/11/2021
An expert notes that soybean supplies could be tight throughout the year.
1/11/2021
This episode features a preview of Iowa Farm Bureau’s 2021 state legislative priorities (with State Policy Advisor Matt Steinfeldt) and a preview of Iowa Farm Bureau’s upcoming Economic Summit Webinar Series (with Senior Economist Dr. Sam Funk).
1/4/2021
With 2020 in the rearview, Jackson Takach, chief economist at Farmer Mac, believes the new year will bring with it new opportunities for farmers.
1/4/2021
Iowa numbers are virtually equal to 2019 levels, off only about 100,000 head.