Iowa’s tornado numbers are thankfully lacking this season
After last year’s record tornado outbreak, Iowa is having a relatively mild severe weather season this year, according to state climatologist Justin Glisan. Now that we’re into August and out […]
Marlee Vanderham & Abby Stainbrook

Wellness Experience
Beef demand faces headwinds
An ag economist says strong demand for beef continues despite headwinds. Josh Maples with Mississippi State University Extension says there are multiple areas that are cause for concern. “What is […]
Soybean aphids becoming more prevalent
A crop protection specialist says soybean aphid detections are starting to become more prevalent across parts of the Midwest. Ron Geis with Corteva says soybean aphid pressure can develop very […]
BASF agronomist discusses Nemasphere, first SCN biotech trait
A seed agronomist says soybean cyst nematode has become increasingly problematic in recent years. Bill Backhaus with BASF says SCN populations have been adapting to SCN-resistant varieties. “This year we’ve […]
Smith: China needs U.S. soybeans
The chairman of the U.S. House Ways and Means Committee says farmers shouldn’t worry about a lack of interest in ag exports from the world’s largest soybean buyer. Jason Smith […]
Missouri pastures conditions remain well above the 5-year average
The market manager for the Missouri Department of Agriculture says grass conditions are worsening in part of the state. Tony Hancock tells Brownfield the southern part of the state hasn’t […]
Soybean Diseases to Watch
The beginning of August is a critical time for disease management in soybeans. In this Pods for Profit, we’ll hear recommendations from Michigan State University’s plant pathologist for reducing the […]
Iowa family sues online gaming platform after 13-year-old’s kidnapping
An Iowa family is suing an online gaming company, alleging it played a role in the kidnapping of a 13 year old girl. According to the lawsuit, a 37-year-old man […]
ISDA donates $2 million to help local food banks address food insecurity
The director of the Indiana State Department of Agriculture says a $2 million grant will help local communities address food insecurity. Don Lamb says funding was awarded to eleven food […]