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March 2020 Wallace’s Farmer “MarketPlace Extra”
Spring often brings new energy and optimism. With the early architecture of the China deal in place, and President Trump’s signature on the new USMCA agreement, this year the optimism tilts toward the demand-drivers in the grain trade.
February 2020 Wallace’s Farmer “MarketPlace Extra”
Landowners across Iowa (and the Midwest) are busy making final arrangements for the upcoming growing season. And while there may still be snow outside your window, the green grass and smells of spring air aren’t too far off! As we were entering the new year, there was major news coming through on the pending passage of the USMCA agreement.
January 2020 Wallace’s Farmer “MarketPlace Extra”
Think back 10 years and consider what you were doing a decade ago. Or, pause to consider what you’ll be doing a decade from now. There are all kinds of terrific possibilities! It makes me wonder what Iowa farmland will be worth a decade from now!?!
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What You Need to Know About Prairie Strips (STRIPS)
Prairie strips are a farmland conservations practice that delivers disproportionate soil, water and nutrient benefits while also increasing wildlife habitat.
Grain Markets: Uncertainty & Opportunities
We remain optimistic that these trade issues will be resolved which will be positive for agriculture and commodity prices.
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A Foundation for the Future
On Thursday, January 29, the Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines worked with Hertz to help sell a 200-acre farm in Calhoun County, Iowa at public auction. The farm was a generous gift to support the charitable interests of landowners, Steve and Linda Weitz. The farm ended up selling for a grand total of $1,792,000.
December 2019 Wallace’s Farmer “MarketPlace Extra”
There are some years that folks are just happy to put behind them, and 2019 is one of them. A slow and late fall harvest has represented a microcosm of the entire year. Delayed crop planting in the spring, followed by a somewhat mild summer in which crops were slow to mature, positioned the late harvest start. Then, regular rains early in harvest delayed normal late-September and October harvest progress. Not to be outdone, legit snow in late October across the Corn Belt further complicated things. It’s been a tough year, and for many, it’s not quite over yet.
