Multiple reports indicate Ernst will not seek reelection in 2026
Iowa Senator Joni Ernst has reportedly told confidants she will not run for re-election, a decision that would put the national spotlight on Iowa’s 2026 U.S. Senate race. CBS was […]
Field of Dreams movie site holding its first big concert weekend
The Field of Dreams movie site near Dyersville is hosting its first ever concert weekend with country singer Tim McGraw on Saturday and the rock group Nickelback headlining Sunday night. […]
Cash dairy prices mixed in light pre-holiday trading
Cash dairy prices were mixed Friday with no activity on the cheese market at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. Dry whey was up $0.0150 at $0.57. Two sales were recorded at […]
Iowa airports see passenger numbers increase
. Iowa DOT Aviation Director Tim McClung says Iowa’s eight commercial airports have continued to see more passengers going through the gates. “Just since 2022 we’ve seen a 17% increase […]
Ohio farmland values remain steady despite decline in the ag economy
An Ohio State University professor says farmland values across the state remains steady despite the decline in the current ag economy. Ani Katchova says high demand from urban development has led to a 4.7 […]
Harvest Evaluation
Farmers are preparing for corn and soybean harvest while also planning for the next growing season. Brevant Seeds retail sales agronomist Alexie Garner tells Brownfield that, with so much variability […]
Checkoff program focuses on dairy nutrition for moms, babies
Dairy’s checkoff is working to educate new moms and dads about the importance of dairy nutrition. Aris Georgiadis with Dairy Management Inc. tells Brownfield The First 1000 Days educational program […]
U.S. Rep. Nunn co-sponsors bill to update federal housing programs
Congressman Zach Nunn says a key committee in the U.S. House may soon consider a bill he’s co-sponsoring that would improve and streamline federal programs for rural housing. Nunn said […]
More assistance equals more conservation
Results show farmers are more likely to adopt conservation practices if assistance is readily available. Eighth-generation central Illinois farmer Derek Martin says he’s seen the environmental and economic benefits of […]
No confirmed new crop soybean buys from China as marketing year begins
A market analyst says he’s concerned China still hasn’t purchased any U.S. soybeans for the new crop marketing year. Arlan Suderman is with StoneX Group says the country usually has […]
