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Iowa Alternative Energy Sector Stands to Lose Tax Incentives in Budget Bill

Iowa stands to lose tax incentives created in the Inflation Reduction Act which have helped the state invest in alternative energy and manufacturing jobs.

The Trump administration is scaling back clean energy investments, which would affect several sectors of the Iowa economy. Prompted by federal tax incentives, Iowa has leveraged more than $4.2 billion in private investment in 60 alternative energy facilities. Iowa's sales of zero-emission vehicles could drop by at least 22% if the bill is passed.

Daniel O'Brien, senior modeling analyst for the nonpartisan think tank Energy Innovation, said the current provisions are crucial to clean vehicle sales and the associated manufacturing jobs accompanying them.

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How to Maximize Swine Profitability with U.S. Soy

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Are you looking for ways to maximize profitability in swine production? Leading animal nutritionists talk about the "soy effect," asserting the value of using soybean meal (SBM) made from U.S. Soy when formulating feed rations. In this video, Dr. David Rosero, assistant professor at Iowa State University, explains the soy effect and four key reasons for including soybean meal in swine diets for optimal performance and profitability.

Four Pillars of Soybean Meal in Swine Nutrition:
1. Energy Contribution of Soybean Meal in Commercial Diets
2. Soybean Meal as a Functional Bioactive for Animal Health
3. Soybean Meal as a High-Value Protein Source During Late Finisher Diets
4. Soybean Meal-Based Diets to Mitigate Summer Weight Dip
The proven consistency and quality exhibited by U.S. Soy makes for a superior nutritional bundle in animal nutrition, offering a reliable source of protein and energy for high-performing swine.