WEST DES MOINES, IOWA (January 15, 2024) — The potential for record-high corn supplies and stubbornly-high input costs are creating tight margins for Iowa farmers. Projections show cattle feeders could see reduced profits compared to 2023, and forecasted returns for hog producers suggest more losses ahead.

As a year of challenges looms ahead, Iowa Farm Bureau is holding meetings across the state in the following locations to help farmers navigate these uncertainties:

WEST DES MOINES, IOWA (December 13, 2023) — High-school students who plan to pursue an agricultural major or minor after their 2024 graduation are encouraged to apply for Iowa Farm Bureau Federation’s $2,500 scholarship. Awarded to 27 students, this scholarship is renewable for four years, up to $10,000.

WEST DES MOINES, IOWA (November 15, 2023) — The American Farm Bureau Federation reports the average cost of this year's Thanksgiving meal for ten is $61.17, a 4.5% decrease from last year. However, the cost is still 25% higher than in 2019.

Those living in the Midwest will reap the benefits of a more affordable Thanksgiving meal, averaging $58.66.

WEST DES MOINES, IOWA (January 17, 2022) — High-school students graduating in spring of 2022 are encouraged to apply for Iowa Farm Bureau Federation (IFBF)’s $2,500 scholarship, awarded to 27 eligible Iowa high-school seniors and renewable for four years, up to $10,000.