Milk sampling to begin in Wisconsin
Milk from Wisconsin dairy farms will be tested for the avian influenza virus soon as part of the national milk testing plan. Ag Secretary Randy Romanski says as part of […]
Economist says import ban will impact cattle industry
Cattle supplies are expected to get even tighter following the USDA’s suspension of live cattle imports from Mexico due to the threat of New World screwworm. Charley Martinez, an ag […]
Reynolds appoints Martz as chairwoman of Iowa Utilities Commission
Governor Kim Reynolds has appointed a new chair of the Iowa Utilities Commission. In April of 2023, Reynolds appointed Eric Helland to lead the commission as it reviewed — and […]
Indiana specialty crop growers eligible for USDA funds
The USDA has awarded more than $416,000 to Indiana growers through its Specialty Crop Block Grant Program. The Indiana State Department of Agriculture’s economic development program director Emily Conwell says funds will […]
Ohio House budget threatens H2Ohio efforts
A state legislator says the budget recently passed by the Ohio House of Representatives would cut more than $120 million to the H2Ohio program if adopted. David Thomas is from […]
Drivers face long detour as Lansing bridge over Mississippi closes again
The bridge over the Mississippi River between Lansing, Iowa and DeSoto, Wisconsin is again closed to traffic for at least a week. Clayton Burke, an engineer with the Iowa Department […]
Business groups urge Iowa governor to veto PBM bill
Several Iowa business groups are urging Governor Kim Reynolds to veto a bill that would set new rules for pharmacy benefit managers. the companies that negotiate drug prices for insurance […]
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Companies win tax incentives for Boone County, Ft. Madison expansions
The Iowa Economic Development Authority Board has approved awards for two companies. The board awarded a $95,000 forgivable loan and tax benefits to United Equipment Accessories, which makes various equipment […]
Aquaculture Production Could Boost Missouri Soybean Meal Demand
Missouri’s soybean crush industry and livestock enterprises are mutually dependent. Missouri’s four crush plants produce nearly 4 million metric tons of meal annually, about half of which is exported. The […]