Iowa governor says reduction in size, scope of federal government needed
Governor Kim Reynolds says there are too many strings attached to federal funding and she’s asking congress to deliver more federal money to states in the form of block grants. […]
Some farmers cautious to buy land, land broker says
A farm real estate specialist says some farmers and ranchers have been cautious with their land purchases. Koby Rickertsen with High Point Land Company says there’s been some uncertainty in […]
Ethanol production, stocks rise on week, year
U.S. ethanol production roared back last week. The U.S. Energy Information Administration says production averaged 1.112 million barrels per day, up 97,000 on the week and 79,000 on the year. […]
Gasoline prices in Iowa hold steady, despite tariff talk
Iowa farmers, consumers and others are watchful for any impact that may be coming from tariffs President Trump is proposing on trade partners. A new ten-percent tariff is being imposed […]
Cover crops a complimentary weed management tool
An extension crops educator sees cover crops as a compliment to other weed control tactics. Liz Stahl with the University of Minnesota says herbicides remain the most effective tool for […]
Wisconsin’s Governor proposes more road, water, conservation funding
Wisconsin’s Governor Tony Evers says he will propose additional road, water, and conservation funding in his state budget proposal. Evers says he wants to continue the Agricultural Road Improvement Program, […]
Jacob Heller
Goodwill – Sioux Center
Feenstra: year-round E15 “ready to go” before Lame Duck bill fell apart
A member of the U.S. House Agriculture Committee is working to ensure Congress picks up where it left off on passing year-round E15. Iowa Republican Randy Feenstra tells Brownfield language […]
House Ag Committee member concerned for USDA, federal officials
A U.S. House Ag Committee member says he’s concerned about how the rapid removal of federal employees could affect food security and availability. Michigan Democrat Shri Thanedar tells Brownfield, “USDA […]
National Guard exploring healthier food options
Some National Guard troops could soon have healthier food options. Erin Meyer, executive director of Basil’s Harvest, a Chicago-based non-profit, says the National Guard is encouraging a more wholistic approach […]
