Major renovation of Mason City police headquarters is complete
A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held Wednesday to commemorate a near-$2-million renovation project at the Mason City Police Department. Besides things like updating the infrastructure inside the building, which first opened […]
Milk takes the spotlight as ADAI prepares for Indianapolis 500
The American Dairy Association Indiana says the month of May is an opportunity to showcase the role of dairy to a healthy diet. Brooke Williams, director of communications, says the […]
Minnesota farmer adapts to urban sprawl
A corn and soybean grower who farms south of the Twin Cities continues to adapt to urban sprawl. Brent Mohn of Northfield, Minnesota says residential and commercial growth influences his […]
China remains absent from U.S. pork market
The USDA says China did not buy any U.S. pork during the week ending May 1st. That’s the fifth week in a row China has not purchased U.S. pork, at […]
An opportunity for a farm bill in 2025
The Chairman of the House Ag Committee says there’s a path forward to get a farm bill this year. Glenn “GT” Thompson says right now, the goal is to move […]
Near record rainfall delays planting progress in southeast Indiana
A southeast Indiana farmer says his operation has been battling with one of the wettest Aprils on record. Tim Gauck raises corn, soybeans, wheat, and non-GMO corn in Decatur County. […]
Compeer Financial supporting fairs across multiple states
County fairs across three states are receiving a boost thanks to Compeer Financial. Karen Schieler, manager of corporate giving, says the company’s County Fair Facility Upgrade Grant Program has awarded […]
Leader of idled Iowa biodiesel plant speaks to ongoing uncertainties
The head of an Iowa-based biodiesel production facility says operations have been on-hold for several months and the situation hasn’t improved. “We’re shut down and we have been since the […]
March export demand for dairy likely shows stockpiling
The U.S. Dairy Export Council says export volumes increased to the highest monthly level for March in more than two years. The Council says the three percent increase in U.S. […]
48 team field is set for NAIA softball national championship opening round.
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) announced the 48-team field for the 44th annual NAIA Softball National Championship Opening Rounds on Wednesday evening. The field […]
