Grassley eyes 2026 as he urges action on biofuel policies

U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley is turning his attention to 2026 with renewable fuel policies in mind. “We’re at the end of the year (and) the window for federal rulemaking is closing fast. We’re still waiting for important rules affecting farmers and biofuel producers to be issued.” During a call with ag reporters Tuesday, the Iowa…Continue Reading

CoBank: Low prices to boost demand for U.S. grains, oilseeds in 2026

A market analyst says there’s some cautious optimism about the direction of commodity markets in 2026. Tanner Ehmke is the lead economist for grains and oilseeds at CoBank and says, “We think the lows for corn, wheat and soybean prices are in. We’ve had a very strong demand story, especially for corn. It’s been phenomenal.”…Continue Reading

Ag transportation upgrades needed in 2026

The head of the Soy Transportation Coalition says investments in the supply chain are needed in 2026. Mike Steenhoek tells Brownfield, “When you invest in roads in the U.S., rivers in the U.S., the rail industry, and our ports, the beneficiaries of that are U.S. companies and U.S. agriculture. None of the benefits accrue to…Continue Reading

Wisconsin sees export success despite tariffs

Wisconsin’s ag secretary says the state is making food and agriculture export sales despite tariffs, trade uncertainty, and a tough economy.  Randy Romanski tells Brownfield Wisconsin continues to “punch above its weight class” in the international marketplace.  “I go back to quality, availability, reliability of product and it’s our responsibility here at DATCP to be…Continue Reading

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