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Renting And Selling Cornstalks, William M. Edwards
Renting And Selling Cornstalks, William M. Edwards
William Edwards
Dry weather has created a shortage of pasture and hay for many Iowa livestock producers. However, cornstalks are an abundant source of winter feed for beef cows in Iowa. When cornstalks are supplemented with protein, vitamins, and minerals, they can supply the nutritional needs of cows that are in moderately good body condition during fall and early winter.
Important Crop Insurance Dates, William M. Edwards
Important Crop Insurance Dates, William M. Edwards
William Edwards
Even the best crop insurance plan is of little use if the right information is not collected and submitted on time. Likewise, if certain actions are not completed by the necessary date, producers may not receive full benefit from the risk protection that they have selected.
Combine Harvester Econometric Model With Forward Speed Optimization, Nathan E. Isaac, Graeme R. Quick, Stuart J. Birrell, William M. Edwards, Bruce A. Coers
Combine Harvester Econometric Model With Forward Speed Optimization, Nathan E. Isaac, Graeme R. Quick, Stuart J. Birrell, William M. Edwards, Bruce A. Coers
William Edwards
A combine harvester econometric simulation model was developed with the goal of matching the combine forward speed to the maximum harvested net income per acre. The model considers the machinery management costs of owning a combine and platform header for harvesting wheat. A statistical Design of Experiment (DOE) was used to evaluate the model using tri-level variables; the medium values constituted the model base case. Of the 27 input variables, the optimum speed was significantly influenced by the crop area, G/MOG ratio, grain unit price, field yield, field efficiency, grain moisture content, probability of a working day in the post-optimum …
Farmland Rental Rates Show Continued Strength In 2012, William M. Edwards, Ann M. Johanns
Farmland Rental Rates Show Continued Strength In 2012, William M. Edwards, Ann M. Johanns
William Edwards
Anyone who is involved with the rental market for Iowa farmland knows that rental rates have been pushed significantly higher by the favorable corn and soybean prices that farmers have enjoyed since 2010. This trend continued in 2012.
Ag Energy: Risk Management, Energy, And Grain Issues, William M. Edwards
Ag Energy: Risk Management, Energy, And Grain Issues, William M. Edwards
William Edwards
Nearly everyone has been impacted by higher fuel prices this year. Custom corn and soybean harvesters are no exception. Their increased costs will likely be factored into custom harvesting rates this fall. Estimates of diesel fuel consumption of combining corn range from 1.5 to 2.0 gallons per acre. Soybean harvesting takes only about 1.0 to 1.5 gallons per acre. Larger, newer combines will typically use less fuel per acre.
Producer Machinery And Labor Sharing Arrangements Workshops, Roger Ginder, William M. Edwards, Georgeanne M. Artz, Darren H. Jarboe
Producer Machinery And Labor Sharing Arrangements Workshops, Roger Ginder, William M. Edwards, Georgeanne M. Artz, Darren H. Jarboe
William Edwards
Four case studies were developed for Iowa farm operations that have successfully used machinery and labor sharing arrangements for intergenerational transfer of farm assets. Results were shared at workshops and through publication of a resource manual.
Crop Insurance Decisions Related To Delayed And Prevented Planting, William M. Edwards
Crop Insurance Decisions Related To Delayed And Prevented Planting, William M. Edwards
William Edwards
In some years cold weather or frequent rains prevent tillage and planting from being completed as early as desired to achieve optimum yields. When this happens some adjustments may be made to the amount of coverage provided by Multiple Peril Crop Insurance (MPCI) as well as other types of crop insurance. These adjustments are subject to revision each year by the Risk Management Agency and crop insurance vendors.
Ag Energy: Risk Management, Energy, And Grain Issues, William M. Edwards
Ag Energy: Risk Management, Energy, And Grain Issues, William M. Edwards
William Edwards
Nearly everyone has been impacted by higher fuel prices this year. Custom corn and soybean harvesters are no exception. Their increased costs will likely be factored into custom harvesting rates this fall. Estimates of diesel fuel consumption of combining corn range from 1.5 to 2.0 gallons per acre. Soybean harvesting takes only about 1.0 to 1.5 gallons per acre. Larger, newer combines will typically use less fuel per acre.
Adjusting Hail-Damaged Crops For Crop Insurance Reporting, William M. Edwards
Adjusting Hail-Damaged Crops For Crop Insurance Reporting, William M. Edwards
William Edwards
Hail damage to crops in north central Iowa caused great losses; the total of which will become more defined with harvest. The following guidelines are intended to help farmers through the process of adjusting hail-damaged crops for crop insurance reporting.
Marketing Year Prices Cancel Acre Payments In Iowa, Chad Hart, William M. Edwards
Marketing Year Prices Cancel Acre Payments In Iowa, Chad Hart, William M. Edwards
William Edwards
Following the completion of the 2009/10 marketing year, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released its final monthly price estimates for corn and soybeans. Over the September through August marketing year the national average price for corn was $3.55 per bushel. This is $.51 less than the average price during the 2008/09 marketing year of $4.06 per bushel. For soybeans, the 2009/10 national average price was $9.60 per bushel, which is $.37 lower than the previous year’s average price of $9.97 per bushel.
Crop Insurance Has Some Changes For 2009, William M. Edwards
Crop Insurance Has Some Changes For 2009, William M. Edwards
William Edwards
Crop insurance indemnity prices, guarantees and premiums were all at record levels for corn and soybeans in 2008. Current market conditions make it unlikely that those levels will be reached again in 2009, but they will still be attractive. The Risk Management Agency has announced indemnity prices of $4 per bushel for corn and $9.90 per bushel for soybeans for APH (yield) insurance guarantees for 2009, the second highest prices ever offered. Prices for revenue insurance policies will not be known until the end of February.
Ag Energy: Risk Management, Energy, And Grain Issues, William M. Edwards
Ag Energy: Risk Management, Energy, And Grain Issues, William M. Edwards
William Edwards
Nearly everyone has been impacted by higher fuel prices this year. Custom corn and soybean harvesters are no exception. Their increased costs will likely be factored into custom harvesting rates this fall. Estimates of diesel fuel consumption of combining corn range from 1.5 to 2.0 gallons per acre. Soybean harvesting takes only about 1.0 to 1.5 gallons per acre. Larger, newer combines will typically use less fuel per acre.
Grain Producers Need To Consider Crop Insurance Options For Late Planting And Replanting, William M. Edwards
Grain Producers Need To Consider Crop Insurance Options For Late Planting And Replanting, William M. Edwards
William Edwards
The frequent rains that have soaked Iowa this year have left many corn and soybean fields with areas where little or no production will be realized. Many producers are wondering what options they have under their multiple peril crop insurance policies.
Farmland Rental Rates Show Continued Strength In 2012, William M. Edwards, Ann M. Johanns
Farmland Rental Rates Show Continued Strength In 2012, William M. Edwards, Ann M. Johanns
William Edwards
Anyone who is involved with the rental market for Iowa farmland knows that rental rates have been pushed significantly higher by the favorable corn and soybean prices that farmers have enjoyed since 2010. This trend continued in 2012.
Delayed Planting, Prevented Planting And Replanting Crop Insurance Coverage, Steven D. Johnson, William M. Edwards
Delayed Planting, Prevented Planting And Replanting Crop Insurance Coverage, Steven D. Johnson, William M. Edwards
William Edwards
The frequent rains that have soaked Iowa this year have left many corn and soybean fields unplanted or with flooded areas. Many producers are wondering what options they have under their multiple peril crop insurance (MPCI) policies. In Iowa, the crop insurance “late planting period” for corn begins on June 1. Corn can still be planted after this date, but the insurance guarantee on those acres is reduced by 1 percent per day until the acres are planted. Corn acres planted after June 25 will receive insurance coverage equal to 60 percent of their original guarantee. Producers should keep accurate …
Machinery Management For Small- And Medium-Sized Horticultural Farms, Georgeanne M. Artz, William M. Edwards, Darren H. Jarboe
Machinery Management For Small- And Medium-Sized Horticultural Farms, Georgeanne M. Artz, William M. Edwards, Darren H. Jarboe
William Edwards
Machinery and equipment needs are far different for vegetable farms than for commodity production units. This project explored the unique machinery access options for small and mid-sized horticulture operations.
Ag Decision Maker: Combine Ownership Or Custom Hire, William M. Edwards, H. Mark Hanna
Ag Decision Maker: Combine Ownership Or Custom Hire, William M. Edwards, H. Mark Hanna
William Edwards
Includes advantages and disadvantages of custom hiring and information on estimating costs; includes worksheets.
Isu Extension Offers Information About New Farm Bill Programs, William M. Edwards
Isu Extension Offers Information About New Farm Bill Programs, William M. Edwards
William Edwards
The Food, Conservation and Energy Act of 2008 contains a wide variety of legislation affecting everything from school lunches to milk checks. Some of the most immediate provisions that farmers must address are: • New limitations on commodity payments,• Average Crop Revenue Election (ACRE), • Supplemental Revenue Assistance (SURE) program.
Economic Impact Of Delayed And Prevented Planting, William M. Edwards
Economic Impact Of Delayed And Prevented Planting, William M. Edwards
William Edwards
Most crop producers know that to achieve optimum yields it is important to plant early. However, in years like this when cold weather or frequent rains prevented tillage and planting from being completed, some adjustments may be made to the amount of coverage provided by Multiple Peril Crop Insurance (MPCI) as well as other types of crop insurance. These adjustments are subject to revision each year by the Risk Management Agency and crop insurance vendors.
Grain Producers Need To Consider Crop Insurance Options For Late Planting And Replanting, William M. Edwards
Grain Producers Need To Consider Crop Insurance Options For Late Planting And Replanting, William M. Edwards
William Edwards
The frequent rains that have soaked Iowa this year have left many corn and soybean fields with areas where little or no production will be realized. Many producers are wondering what options they have under their multiple peril crop insurance policies.
Delayed Planting, Prevented Planting And Replanting Crop Insurance Coverage, Steven D. Johnson, William M. Edwards
Delayed Planting, Prevented Planting And Replanting Crop Insurance Coverage, Steven D. Johnson, William M. Edwards
William Edwards
The frequent rains that have soaked Iowa this year have left many corn and soybean fields unplanted or with flooded areas. Many producers are wondering what options they have under their multiple peril crop insurance (MPCI) policies. In Iowa, the crop insurance “late planting period” for corn begins on June 1. Corn can still be planted after this date, but the insurance guarantee on those acres is reduced by 1 percent per day until the acres are planted. Corn acres planted after June 25 will receive insurance coverage equal to 60 percent of their original guarantee. Producers should keep accurate …
Insurance Coverage For Drought-Damaged Crops, William M. Edwards
Insurance Coverage For Drought-Damaged Crops, William M. Edwards
William Edwards
Nearly 90 percent of the corn and soybean acres in Iowa are covered by multiple peril crop insurance. Drought damage is an insurable loss under these policies. Producers should consult with their crop insurance agents before harvesting or destroying any drought-damaged crops, however.
Combine Harvester Econometric Model With Forward Speed Optimization, Nathan E. Isaac, Graeme R. Quick, Stuart J. Birrell, William M. Edwards, Bruce A. Coers
Combine Harvester Econometric Model With Forward Speed Optimization, Nathan E. Isaac, Graeme R. Quick, Stuart J. Birrell, William M. Edwards, Bruce A. Coers
William Edwards
A combine harvester econometric simulation model was developed with the goal of matching the combine forward speed to the maximum harvested net income per acre. The model considers the machinery management costs of owning a combine and platform header for harvesting wheat. A statistical Design of Experiment (DOE) was used to evaluate the model using tri-level variables; the medium values constituted the model base case. Of the 27 input variables, the optimum speed was significantly influenced by the crop area, G/MOG ratio, grain unit price, field yield, field efficiency, grain moisture content, probability of a working day in the post-optimum …
Crop Insurance May Help Flooded And Wet Corn And Soybean Acres, William M. Edwards
Crop Insurance May Help Flooded And Wet Corn And Soybean Acres, William M. Edwards
William Edwards
Wet weather has delayed planting of corn and soybeans across the state, and flooding has severely damaged many acres that have been planted. Fortunately, nearly 90 percent of the corn and soybean acres in Iowa are covered by multiple peril crop insurance (MPCI), which can provide some relief.
Adjusting Hail-Damaged Crops For Crop Insurance Reporting, William M. Edwards
Adjusting Hail-Damaged Crops For Crop Insurance Reporting, William M. Edwards
William Edwards
Hail damage to crops in north central Iowa caused great losses; the total of which will become more defined with harvest. The following guidelines are intended to help farmers through the process of adjusting hail-damaged crops for crop insurance reporting.
Flood Damaged Crops, Crop Insurance Payments And Lease Contracts, William M. Edwards
Flood Damaged Crops, Crop Insurance Payments And Lease Contracts, William M. Edwards
William Edwards
Some Iowa corn and soybean producers are facing substantial if not complete crop losses due to flooding. In particular, many acres of crops in the Missouri River Valley have been under water for a month or more this year. Fortunately, nearly 90 percent of Iowa’s corn and soybean acres are protected by multiple peril crop insurance.
Crop Insurance Decisions Related To Delayed And Prevented Planting, William M. Edwards
Crop Insurance Decisions Related To Delayed And Prevented Planting, William M. Edwards
William Edwards
In some years cold weather or frequent rains prevent tillage and planting from being completed as early as desired to achieve optimum yields. When this happens some adjustments may be made to the amount of coverage provided by Multiple Peril Crop Insurance (MPCI) as well as other types of crop insurance. These adjustments are subject to revision each year by the Risk Management Agency and crop insurance vendors.
Economic Impact Of Delayed And Prevented Planting, William M. Edwards
Economic Impact Of Delayed And Prevented Planting, William M. Edwards
William Edwards
Most crop producers know that to achieve optimum yields it is important to plant early. However, in years like this when cold weather or frequent rains prevented tillage and planting from being completed, some adjustments may be made to the amount of coverage provided by Multiple Peril Crop Insurance (MPCI) as well as other types of crop insurance. These adjustments are subject to revision each year by the Risk Management Agency and crop insurance vendors.
Ag Decision Maker: Combine Ownership Or Custom Hire, William M. Edwards, H. Mark Hanna
Ag Decision Maker: Combine Ownership Or Custom Hire, William M. Edwards, H. Mark Hanna
William Edwards
Includes advantages and disadvantages of custom hiring and information on estimating costs; includes worksheets.
Late Harvest And Crop Insurance Coverage, William M. Edwards
Late Harvest And Crop Insurance Coverage, William M. Edwards
William Edwards
Iowa and other Corn Belt states are experiencing one of the latest and slowest harvest seasons on record. Some producers have had concerns about whether their crop insurance coverage will be still be in effect if harvesting drags into December.