Iowa Environmental Council loses $2M in federal funds
Officials with an Iowa nonprofit say nearly $2-million in federal grant money is now gone that was supposed to go to state projects for addressing pollution, public health and climate […]
Elanco acquires former GM stamping plant in downtown Indianapolis for $27 million
Indiana Governor Mike Braun recently announced the state has sold a former General Motors stamping plant in downtown Indianapolis to Elanco Animal Health for $27 million. In a statement, the […]
BASF Rep Highlights Importance of Fungicides, Offers Growers Chance to Win Truck Lease
Kurt Maertens, BASF Technical Representative for Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois, said growers have faced numerous environmental stressors and widespread fungal disease pressure in both corn and soybeans during the […]
The benefits of residue management
Residue management can help farmers boost yields in 2026. In this episode of Managing for Profit, Connor Sible with the University of Illinois discusses what residue management is and when […]
Soybeans continue to face pressure from demand
China, the largest buyer of US soybeans, has yet to make a purchase for the 2025-2026 marketing year. Steve Censky, CEO of the American Soybean Association, says it’s time to […]
Many Iowans plan one last summer vacation over Labor Day
Since most schools are already in session, Iowans who have kids at home may be sticking close by for the Labor Day weekend, but many others will be taking off […]
Iowa DNR surprised to find endangered fish in Des Moines River
The Iowa DNR says a recent survey to document the population of a relatively common fish turned up two extremely rare fish in the lower Des Moines River near Ottumwa. […]
USDA preparing to release more farmer assistance
The deputy secretary of the USDA says the agency is examining all avenues to assist farmers suffering through the current ag economy. Stephen Vaden says the administration is acutely aware […]
