Northeast Iowa Cattlemen Hedge Using Risk Management Tools. (Front row l to r) Jake Gerlach, Jeff Gerlach and Nate Gerlach. (Back row l to r) Chris Homan, Colton Homan. By Erin Lawburgh Farming in northeast Iowa for over 170 years, the Gerlachs have learned the...
2,500 Attend Members’ Dodge County Wisconsin Brunch Dave and Kathleen Hafemeister, along with their children, Alayna and Ethan, hosted the Dodge County, Wisconsin Dairy Brunch on Sunday, June 2. “The Dodge County Dairy Promotion Committee had heard about our operation...
By Denise Rackley Investing in the future of agriculture through our Farm Kids for College Scholarships for over two decades, National Farmers is always spoiled for choice. This year was no exception. Narrowing down the pool, judges selected three seniors –...
In late May, a huge area of the country witnessed some extremely volatile and dangerous weather, including tornadoes, hail and flooding conditions. The planting and growing season has been challenging for many of our members — to say the least. When you follow global...
Government Dairy Policy, Plus Marketing Programs Best Approach By Brad Rach Gene Paul served us wonderfully as our legislative coordinator. Now that he has retired, we need to find ways to continue and build upon the work he did for our organization. Looking ahead,...
Healthy Markets Despite Increasing Bird Flu Numbers By Pat Lampert Despite the roller coaster ride on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange futures market, fed cattle have held relatively steady over the past several weeks. June through December is between $6 and $8 higher...