Sen. Grassley reflects on favorite state fair activities, hasn’t missed a fair since 1974
A U.S. Senator from Iowa says he hasn’t missed an Iowa State Fair in more than 50 years. Republican Chuck Grassley tells Brownfield he’s been a consistent fairgoer since 1974. […]
4-H Exhibits Building packed with high-quality projects at 2025 Iowa State Fair
The executive director of the Iowa 4-H Foundation says the Iowa State Fair is a significant showcase for 4-H members across the state. Emily Saveraid says the 4-H Exhibits Building […]
Minnesota feedlot permit application fee hike paused
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has paused an increase to feedlot permit application fees. Minnesota Pork Producers Association director of public policy strategy and sustainability Lauren Servick says the 48 […]
Brown stem rot, SDS common in 2025 soybean crop
An extension instructor says he’s seeing an uptick in brown stem rot and sudden death syndrome in this year’s soybean crop. Talon Mues with the University of Nebraska-Lincoln says development […]
‘Classics’ draw attention on Iowa State Fair’s Grand Concourse
Several dozen classic cars and trucks are parked along the Iowa State Fair’s Grand Concourse today. Organizer Tom Kline says it’s the 40th year for the one day show during […]
Heat, humidity for many; storms favor the upper Midwest, western & northern Corn Belt
Across the Corn Belt, near- or slightly above-normal temperatures; scattered thunderstorms; and mostly abundant soil moisture reserves are supporting robust corn and soybean development. Friday’s Midwestern high temperatures will remain […]
Seasonal heat for most; rainfall at least adequate for many across the Heartland
Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for above-normal temperatures nearly nationwide, with the Northeast having the greatest likelihood of experiencing anomalously hot weather. Meanwhile, near- or above-normal rainfall […]
Iowa DNR releases online map detailing recovery from 2020 derecho
Five years ago this week, a devastating wind storm called a derecho blasted across Iowa and several other states, causing catastrophic damage to structures, crops and trees. The Iowa Department […]