Iowa HHS director Kelly Garcia resigns
Governor Kim Reynolds announced today that Iowa Department of Health and Human Services director Kelly Garcia has resigned and will leave the agency next month. Garcia started with the state […]
Tips so Iowans with kids can spot secret vaping hoodies
Iowa parents are being warned about how stealthy vaping products are becoming, and that they’ll need to be even more vigilant to prevent their kids from getting hooked. Michelle Gilbertson, […]
Soybean prices plunge in Dakotas amid faltering China demand
China’s reluctance to buy new crop U.S. soybeans could be most felt by farmers in the Dakotas. University of Minnesota Extension grain market economist Ed Usset says bean acres in […]
Radio Iowa High School Football Poll 9/22/25
Class 5A 1. Waukee Northwest (4-0), LW #1 vs DSM East 2. WDM Valley (3-1), LW #3 @ Indianola 3. Dowling Catholic (3-1), LW #4 vs Waterloo West 4. Iowa […]
Iowa farmer praises cover crops for soil health benefits
A southwest Iowa farmer is having long-term success using cover crops. Mark Peterson of Stanton says he’s used multiple species through the years to improve soil health. “We have across […]
U.S. grain export inspections exceed year ago levels for corn, wheat, and soybeans
The USDA says corn, soybean, and wheat export inspections as of the week ending September 18th are ahead of what’s needed to meet projections for the current marketing year. The […]
Record U.S. corn crop looms, but export strength offers price support
An agricultural economist with Advance Trading says strong export demand continues to support the corn market. “Year to date, sales for export are 68% above last year at this time.” […]
Radio Iowa High School Football Poll 9/22/25
Class 5A 1. Waukee Northwest (4-0), LW #1 vs DSM East 2. WDM Valley (3-1), LW #3 @ Indianola 3. Dowling Catholic (3-1), LW #4 vs Waterloo West 4. Iowa […]
Stay Safe This Fall
It’s National Farm Safety Week. Gale Blomenkamp with the Boone County Fire District has a few tips to stay safe at harvest. The post Stay Safe This Fall appeared first […]
Experts say Taiwan’s ag commitment boosts U.S. market leverage in Asia
The head of the U.S. Meat Export Federation says Taiwan’s recent commitment to purchase ag goods secures continued market access for American producers. Dan Halstrom tells Brownfield Taiwan is the […]