Krause ends U.S. House race to run for Iowa’s U.S. Senate seat
Democrat Bob Krause was running for Iowa’s first district congressional seat until this week — when Krause announced he’d make a fourth try at winning Iowa’s U.S. Senate seat. “For […]
The latest in drone technology at FPS25
The latest in drone technology was on display at the 2025 Farm Progress Show. Lukas Cook, CEO of Kelly-Hills Unmanned Systems, discussed how they’re helping bring the tech to farmers. […]
Corn and soybeans slide on crop expectations
Soybeans were under pressure as the market continues to monitor demand. November contracts were 9 and 1/2 lower at $10.31 and 1/2. Traders are looking for any sign of a […]
Diseases like southern rust could complicate corn harvest
Heavy disease pressure could complicate grain harvest for corn farmers this fall. Doug Houser with Iowa State University Extension suggests the amount of southern rust and other leaf diseases is […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: September 03, 2025
Dec. corn $4.18 and down 05 centsNov. soybeans $10.31 and 1/2 down 9 and ½ centsOct. soybean meal $277.60 down $.70Oct. soybean oil 51.44 down 87 pointsDec. Chicago wheat $5.22 […]
Iowa-based Landus names new CEO
Iowa’s largest farmer-owned cooperative has named a new CEO. Landus announced Eric Heismeyer will join the organization, effective September 3rd. In a statement, Landus says Heismeyer brings a wealth of […]
Iowa sees first mega Powerball jackpot in more than a year
The Powerball jackpot for tonight’s drawing is an estimated $1.4 billion. Lottery CEO Matt Strawn says it’s a jackpot level we haven’t seen in some time. “In fact, it’s been […]
Dairy checkoff awards scholarships
Dairy’s checkoff is helping the next generation of industry leaders complete their education. The National Dairy Promotion and Research Board, through Dairy Management Inc., annually awards $2,500 scholarships to 11 […]
An uptick in demand for replacement heifers
Is there some expansion happening in the cattle herd? The market news manager for the Missouri Department of Agriculture says he’s starting to see an increase in replacement heifer purchases. […]
Upcoming soil test season brings SCN reminders
Once the 2025 crop comes off the fields, it’ll be time to soil test. Experts with the SCN Coalition remind farmers to utilize those tests to find out their soybean […]