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Iowa Legislative Report
The snow flew into the state, bringing the legislators and a flurry of activity at the capitol with it. The 84th General Assembly is set to focus on the budget, including spending cuts, and the economy, with Republicans in control of the House, 60-40, along with the Governor’s office, and Democrats in control of the Senate, 26-23.
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ISA Responds to USDA Crop Report
The USDA issued its annual report, giving final numbers for the 2010 crop. According to the report, U.S. soybean production totaled 3.33 billion bushels, down 1 percent from the November forecast and down 1 percent from 2009. For Iowa, soybean production is estimated at 496 million bushels.
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Agronomic Tip of the Week: Achieving High Yields
We’ve asked some of our farmer leaders from various parts of the state to share what they do in their effort to attain high-yielding soybeans. This week Cliff Mulder from Pella shares some of his thoughts.
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Soy Transportation Coalition Tours Panama Canal
The board of directors of the Soy Transportation Coalition (STC) and other soybean industry leaders toured the Panama Canal in conjunction with the organization’s annual meeting on Dec. 15-16, 2010. The purpose of the visit was to see firsthand the Panama Canal in operation and receive an update on the progress of the canal expansion project.
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Director Perspective: Tom Oswald
Tom Oswald of Cleghorn is an at large member of the ISA board of directors. In addition to serving on the executive board as secretary, he is chairman of ISA’s information and education committee. He shares his thoughts about the importance of communication with and on behalf of Iowa’s soybean farmers.
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New Faces Carry on CSIF's Mission to Assist Farmers
“The faces may have changed, but the mission to support Iowa’s livestock and poultry farmers hasn’t,” said Rita Cook, new assistant field specialist for the Coalition to Support Iowa's Farmers. It’s the message that new CSIF Executive Director Brian Waddingham and Field Specialist Kent Mowrer share.
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ISU Named "Institutional Research Facility of the Year"
The Biofuels Digest Awards have just been announced, and ISU was recognized as the “Institutional Research Facility of the Year.” ISU's BioCentury Research Farm provides researchers the opportunity to integrate harvesting, transportation, storage, and processing, as well as test plant breeding, genomics, cropping systems, soil conservation and nutrient management.
Photo Credit: Iowa State University of Science and Technology
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Lead Out Loud! with Troy & Stacy Hadrick
Troy and Stacy Hadrick are ranchers from South Dakota who turned a media nightmare into a grassroots campaign to tell America’s agricultural story. Their inspiring presentation will provide you with motivation and everyday tools you to tell your own story. Hear the Hadricks at one of three free sessions in Iowa during February.
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Senate Ag Chair Outlines Goals
The Senate Ag Committee chair outlined her objectives this week. She said she is committed to a strong safety net in the next farm bill and she addressed concerns the EPA has overstepped its boundaries. She also said it is her job to make sure the Administration understands the importance of agriculture and rural development.
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Former Speaker of the U.S. House Newt Gingrich to Address 5th Annual Iowa Renewable Fuels Summit
Former Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives Newt Gingrich, a champion of biofuels, will address the 5th Annual Iowa Renewable Fuels Summit in Des Moines on January 25. Also on the agenda are Governor Branstad and NASCAR Champion Rusty Wallace. Pre-registration is required.
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Guest Opinion: Don't Just "Wait and See." Weigh In!
Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack is proposing to deregulate Roundup® Ready alfalfa with “conditions” that include a mandatory minimum planting distance, so organic fields of alfalfa wouldn’t be contaminated. Shannon Latham, vice president of Latham Hi-Tech Seeds, voices concern in her blog that this could set a precedent for other crops, like soybeans.
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