It’s all trick and no treat, Iowans need to beware of ‘ghost tapping’ scams
Iowans are being warned about a new type of scam that might sound like Halloween fun, but it’s actually the first step toward having your identity stolen. Khesha Duncan, with […]
Farmers elevate ag labor shortage crisis through national Grow It Here initiative
A new national coalition says it plans to amplify the impacts of ag labor shortages and the need for long-term farm workforce solutions. Brandon Raso is a fourth-generation blueberry grower […]
Trade analysis: China can meet soybean needs without U.S.
A recent trade analysis from North Dakota State University confirms China can get by without purchasing U.S. soybeans in the current marketing year. Sandro Steinbach, the director of the Center […]
Feenstra says GOP stands firm in fight over ACA subsidies
Republican Congressman Randy Feenstra says it’s time to let tax credits for about seven million Americans who’ve been buying health insurance policies on the Affordable Care Act marketplace expire. “ObamaCare […]
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MO harvest wrap-up: drought slows soybeans, but results meet expectations
A farmer in north-central Missouri says harvest has finally wrapped up. Meagan Kaiser, who farms in Carroll County, says yields are similar to last year. “We honestly thought soybean yields […]
Cash dairy sales end week higher
Cash dairy prices were mostly higher Friday at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. Dry whey was unchanged at $0.69. No sales were recorded. Forty-pound cheese blocks were up $0.0525 at $1.7775. Seven […]
Dordt University Ranks #2 for Undergraduate Teaching in Midwest
Dordt University has been ranked #2 in Best Undergraduate Teaching among Regional Universities Midwest in the U.S. News & World Report 2026 Best Colleges rankings. The honor recognizes institutions where […]
Lawmakers weigh in as skinny farm bill faces hurdles
Some members of the Senate and House Ag Committees say the skinny farm is losing momentum. “It might be after the new year before we are able to work […]
Iowa hunters should see lots of bird in the 100th pheasant season
The 100th pheasant season in Iowa opens Saturday and DNR wildlife biologist Todd Bogenschutz says it is setting up to be a good one. “This past year was the fourth […]