Iowa unemployment rate unchanged in July
Iowa’s numbers are out for July and Iowa Workforce Development director Beth Townsend says things held steady. “Unemployment remained at 3.7% and our labor force participation also remained the same […]
Grassley concerned about low crop prices, higher input costs
U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley says he’s concerned about the economic outlook for U.S. farmers and ranchers. “Even at $4.10 for corn the new reference price, and $10 for soybeans, it’s […]
Sen. Ernst comments on USDA reorganization plans
A U.S. Senator from Iowa says she supports the USDA’s plans to reorganize the agency. Republican Joni Ernst says Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins’ proposal will bring USDA closer to farmers […]
Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over
The Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau (GTSB) is partnering with law enforcement statewide to support enforcement efforts aimed at decreasing impaired driving.
Water Summary Update: Iowa is Drought Free
Above-average rainfall in July has positive impact on drought monitor.
Be cautious when making soil fertility decisions
An agronomist at Superior Ag says the current state of the ag economy has some growers already considering nutrient management cuts in 2026. Jesse Uebelhor says taking regular soil tests […]
Soybean crop in excellent shape nearing its final stretch
An agronomic service rep with Syngenta says he’s optimistic about the condition of the U.S. soybean crop. Chris Munsterman says there could be enough moisture to get it across the […]
UI health expert urges parents to vaccinate their children
Many Iowa schools start classes in less than two weeks and what used to be a fall rite of passage — getting kids updated on their shots — is happening […]
WASDE brings soybean opportunities
The co-founder of AgMarket.net says the latest USDA WASDE report was a drag on the corn market but could present opportunities for soybeans. Matt Bennett tells Brownfield… “Yes, the yield […]
Elissa O’Dell & Shannon Van Maanen
Transitioning to a New School Year
