Pete’s Pick of the Week: Tr actor From “Field of Dreams”

Profit Tracker: Hog Margins Reach Triple Digits

A year after the pandemic disrupted the hog industry and left producers facing financial ruin, operators are now experiencing a once-in-a-lifetime rally as farrow-to-finish margins climbed another $7 per head last week.

Pete’s Pick of the Week: Tractor From “Field of Dreams”

This 1977 John Deere 2640 tractor (4,041 hours) from Dyersville, Iowa, featured in 1989 movie "Field of Dreams" sold for a record price of $64,000 at an April 28 auction.

EPA Asks Court to Invalidate Three Trump Administration Small Refinery Exemptions

The EPA asked a court to invalidate three small refinery exemptions (SREs) given to Sinclair Oil. The agency is petitioning the Tenth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals over the issue.

One Stretch - One 10-Year

Many farmers will inherit IRAs during their lifetime. The rules on distributions are different. Paul Neiffer reviews those rules and the penalties that might be associated with messing it up.

A Check on Root Zone Moisture Conditions

Meteorologist Matt Engelbrecht has a new look at the root zone moisture map and there are some changes. He also looks ahead to see if any moisture is on the way for areas dealing with drought.

2022 EWA Trailblazer Award

This award is given to a female producer who is a shining example for her peers. Entrants are judged on agricultural advocacy (50%), farm business innovation (30%) and industry or community leadership (20%). Apply by Sept. 1.