Wet weather slows harvest progress across Western Corn Belt
A pair of farmers in the Western Corn Belt say wet weather has impacted this year’s harvest pace. Scott Gigstad raises corn and soybeans in eastern Kansas and says recent […]
State FFA officers focus on training and strategic growth ahead of National FFA Convention
State FFA officers are gathering in Indianapolis this week to help members advance and fine tune their leadership skills as a part of this year’s National FFA Convention. Abbey Garland […]
With winter approaching, Iowans make plans to set sail for sunny shores
November will arrive Saturday, and as colder weather looms, many Iowans like to dream of warmer climates. It’s projected nearly 22-million Americans will take a cruise next year, what would […]
Cash dairy mostly steady-to-higher Monday
Cash dairy prices were steady-to-higher except for butter Monday at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. Dry whey remained unchanged at $0.69. No sales were recorded. Forty-pound cheese blocks were up $0.0225 at […]
Iowa Farm Bureau president encouraged by reports of new U.S.-China trade framework
The president of Iowa Farm Bureau is encouraged by reports over the weekend China has agreed to a trade framework that includes purchases of U.S. soybeans. Brent Johnson grows corn […]
Central Illinois farmer cites weather, soil differences for mixed yields
A central Illinois farmer says he hopes to wrap up harvest this week. Doug Martin, who grows corn and soybeans in Logan and Macon Counties, says yield results have been […]
Cash Flow Concerns Mount for Crop Farmers Heading Into 2026
An extension economist says 2025 has been a tough year for crop farmers. Paul Mitchell with the University of Wisconsin tells Brownfield the 2024 crop did not generate a lot […]
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