Mulhern: Dairy industry needed federal order reform to stay effective
The former President and CEO of the National Milk Producers Federation says overall, the long process of reopening the federal milk marketing orders just over a year ago was the […]
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Pumpkins, pastures, and purpose
For more than 25 years, the Dick Family Farm in northern Michigan has been growing pumpkins alongside its dairy. Sixth-generation farmers Dale and Lynnae are carrying forward the tradition. The […]
Top 5 eateries named for Iowa’s best pork tenderloin contest
The hundreds of restaurants statewide that offer pork tenderloins on their menus have been narrowed to just a few for this year’s contest to determine the Best Breaded Pork Sandwich. […]
Port of Houston expansion could enhance market access for U.S. soybeans
The chairman of the Soy Transportation Coalition says new investments into the Port of Houston could help expand market access for soybean farmers. Indiana farmer Mike Koehne says the facility […]
Stauch, Democrat running for governor, decries ICE actions in Iowa
Democrat Julie Stauch, who’s running for governor, says the Trump Administration’s immigration crackdown is not providing people with due process rights. “People who violate immigration rules should be penalized for […]
Optimism grows among ethanol producers as exports drive 2026 outlook
Exports are expected to play a crucial role as U.S. ethanol producers look to remain profitable in 2026. Renewable Fuels Association chief economist Scott Richman says the outlook for next […]
Iowa Great Lakes Sees Tourism Increase for 2025

Tourism officials in the Iowa Great Lakes are getting a better handle on the numbers from this past summer. Kylie Zankowski of Vacation Okoboji says there were over 700,000 visitors […]
Authorities Investigating Attempted Child Abductions in Cherokee County

Authorities in one northwest Iowa county are investigating two attempted child abductions. The Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office says the first attempted abduction took place around 3:00 pm Tuesday, September 30th, […]
Elevated Fire Weather Danger Saturday

Sioux County Emergency Management is warning residents about high fire danger this weekend. Strong southerly winds, with gusts between 35 and 45 miles per hour, combined with dry conditions, are […]