May 22, 2025 The Thursday News Round-Up

IT’S TRAVEL TIME AGAIN… SOUTH DAKOTA – The unofficial kick-off to the summer travel season is fast approaching. “Triple-A is…

Watching Washington

When it comes to New Farm Legislation, we are watching our Congressional Leaders in Washington.

Farm Bill hearings in Washington

Members of the House Ag Committee have been holding hearings on the Markup when it comes to a new Farm…

Marketing Pork

Marketing pork to the new consumer at home and abroad.

Corn Planting Progress

This week’s update for corn planting progress.

A Strong Voice for Agriculture

Today I continue my review of the Senate Hearing for Luke Lindberg, with his nomination as a USDA Representative.

Continued Strong Livestock Markets

Despite taking a step back, our Cattle Markets continue to be strong.

Taste Pork

Hear from Iowa pork producer Tim Schmidt as he talks about a new brand campaign- Taste What Pork Can Do.

May Cattle Balance Sheet

How has the closure of the Mexican border to live animal imports affected the May cattle balance sheet.

A confirmation hearing was held in Washington

A confirmation hearing was held in Washington for a Midwestern Trade Representative.