Bills to restrict D.E.I. at Iowa’s public, private colleges clear House
A bill that’s cleared the Iowa House would to prohibit the three state universities from requiring students take courses about diversity, equity and inclusion or critical race theory — unless […]
Builder says farm construction jobs keep coming
Despite the down economy, construction projects on farms continue to keep contractors busy. Jacob Ullmer from Fox Cities Builders in Seymour, Wisconsin tells Brownfield they’ve been busier over the past […]
Vanessa Harig & Nikita Kleyer
Awakening Grace
EQIP seen as investment in rural America
A northwestern Arkansas farmer says the USDA’s Environmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP) is an investment in rural America. Jared Phillips, who raises sheep and forages at Branch Mountain Farm in […]
Dry bean market disruptions likely
A dry bean marketer says he’s concerned about how tariff threats will impact global dry bean markets. Chaise Wilson with Star of the West Milling Company tells Brownfield Mexico is […]
Soybeans see more losses, with corn, wheat mixed
Soybeans were modestly lower on fund and technical selling. The trade continues to monitor harvest activity in South America and the growing supply of soybeans hitting the global market from […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: March 18, 2025
May corn closed at $4.58 and 3/4, down 2 and 1/4 centsMay soybeans closed at $10.12 and 3/4, down 2 and 3/4 centsMay soybean meal closed at $299.90, down $4.40May […]
Conservation Districts weigh in on administration’s actions
The CEO of the National Association of Conservation Districts says reducing USDA staff will have long-term impacts on farmers and rural communities. Jeremy Peters tells Brownfield farmers could exclude conservation […]
New Non-Profit in Northwest Iowa Aims to Support Mothers in Need
A new non-profit in Northwest Iowa is stepping up to support mothers and their babies by providing much-needed essentials. Northwest Iowa Baby Shower is driven by a group of women […]
Failed attempt to force Iowa Senate vote on eminent domain for pipeline
An attempt that could have forced the Iowa Senate to vote on restrictions for the proposed carbon pipeline has failed. During consideration of the Senate’s operating rules, Democratic Senator Tony […]
