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Agriscience education thriving in Michigan
The president of the Michigan Association of Agriscience Educators says the state is well positioned to grow the future of agricultural education. Brian Matchett tells Brownfield agriculture’s limitless career opportunities […]
Flooding results in livestock losses
Flooding in the Upper Midwest is resulting in livestock losses. Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association president Jake Thompson tells Brownfield the southwest corner of the state is most effected. “With this […]
Economists says industry continues to watch for signs of cattle herd expansion
A livestock economist says he’s still not seeing widespread signs of expansion to the cattle herd. University of Missouri’s Scott Brown says year-to-date beef cow slaughter is down 13 percent […]
Ottumwa woman faces felony charges after fatal house fire
A southeast Iowa woman has been charged with murder in connection to a Sunday morning house fire. Authorities say fire crews were dispatched to a residence in Ottumwa based on […]
Iowa Utilities Board approves Summit Carbon Solutions project, with caveats
The Iowa Utilities Board has unanimously approved the proposed route for the Summit Carbon Solutions pipeline, but the company must meet other requirements before construction may begin. All three members […]
Western Iowa towns evacuated due to rising water, flood recovery begins upstream
The president late last night approved the governor’s request for a Major Disaster Declaration for five Iowa counties with heavy damage from flooding. Residents in Clay, Emmet, Lyon, Plymouth, and […]
Spotted Lantern Fly confirmed in Michigan
Spotted Lantern Fly has been confirmed along the Michigan/Ohio border. Entomologists say the invasive species could damage at least 70 different crops in the state, with grapes, hops, and apples […]
Upper Midwest flooding impacts on ag supply chain
Impacts of flooding in the Upper Midwest could be felt by the ag supply chain for some time to come. Mike Steenhoek with the Soy Transportation Coalition says while damage […]
NCGA president discusses latest lawsuit against EPA
The president of the National Corn Growers Association says the organization is pushing back against the U.S. EPA’s electric vehicle mandates. Harold Wolle tells Brownfield they have joined a lawsuit […]
