Soybeans, corn continue to rise
Soybeans were higher on fund and technical buying. U.S. harvest weather looks favorable, some areas should be able to wrap up this week, and there’s more much-needed rain in the […]
Northwest Iowa harvest mostly variable after challenging growing season
An agronomy expert says harvest has been variable in northwest Iowa. Pioneer’s Brandon Walter says that area of the state dealt with some major flooding issues early in the growing […]
Precipitation in short-term outlooks
The state climatologist for Iowa says short-term outlooks show elevated chances of precipitation across some parts of the Midwest. Justin Glisan is with the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land […]
Iowa’s top election official refers 154 names for check on citizenship
Iowa Secretary of State Paul says a recent review of Iowa voter registration lists for at least the past six elections found over 150 people who admitted they are not […]
Retailers ready for butter demand
A marketing advisor says domestic butter sales have slowed, but supplies are good. Robin Schmahl with AgDairy LLC tells Brownfield cream was available early in 2024 and more butter was […]
Iowa, Illinois biodiesel experts say extension of tax credit would create more certainty for producers
Some industry experts say extending the biodiesel blenders’ tax credit for one year would create more certainty as the U.S. Treasury develops guidance for the new Clean Fuel Production tax […]
Harlin Doorenbos
90, Sheldon, formerly of Sioux Center
Gov. Reynolds, Rep. Miller-Meeks visit Vermeer Corporation during Manufacturing Month
Some government officials and ag industry partners gathered at Vermeer Corporation in Pella, Iowa Tuesday morning to discuss the importance of ag equipment manufacturing and innovation. Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds […]
Fall drought brings elevated fire concerns
A meteorologist with the National Weather Service says the northern two thirds of Illinois is facing a moderate drought. Kirk Huettl, who’s based at NWS’ Lincoln office, tells Brownfield… “Part […]
Glenda Oolman
72, Orange City, formerly of Hull
