Public comments open on Illinois Local Food Infrastructure Grant program
The deputy director of the Illinois Department of Agriculture says a state program that assists farmers with upgrading necessary equipment is gearing up for its second year. Kristi Jones tells […]
Northwestern worship team releases first album
ORANGE CITY, Iowa—A new album by the Northwestern College worship team is now available on all major streaming platforms. “Agape” was recorded live during a powerful night of worship on […]
Rice ending stocks tighten as cotton moves higher
The USDA’s domestic rice ending stocks guess is down on the month, while the cotton carryout estimate is up. U.S. rice ending stocks are seen at 44.5 million hundredweight, 2.5 […]
Book honors memories of Iowa Central students who died in Vietnam War
A book that will be formally launched later this month is a collection of biographies and a heartfelt tribute to more than four dozen young men who attended Iowa Central […]
2024 another record year for E15 sales in Minnesota
2024 was another record year for E15 sales in Minnesota. Minnesota Biofuels Association executive director Brian Werner says new data from the Department of Commerce shows more than 140 million […]
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USDA beef, broiler projections up on month
The USDA has raised 2025 beef and broiler production outlooks, while cutting expectations for pork, turkey, and eggs. Beef production is estimated at 26.7 billion pounds, up 15 million from […]
The importance of the USMCA
An economist says the future of the United States Mexico Canada Agreement could depend on President Trump’s tariff actions. “The US is violating the USMCA,” he says. Jeffery Schott, with the Peterson […]
Farmer weighs nutrient program amid high input costs
A Northeast Nebraska farmer says cost of production is his biggest concern in 2025. Greg Anderson tells Brownfield he’s evaluating his crop nutrient program to help improve margins. “Probably the […]
Drought Monitor shows significant improvement despite pockets of persistent dryness
A climatologist says the latest US Drought Monitor shows notable improvement in drought conditions across parts of the Corn Belt. “To see a 5 percent reduction or improvement in one […]
