Government shutdown halts USDA milk data, delaying dairy risk calculations
A dairy market analyst says the lack of the USDA’s October Milk Production Report has the potential to slow down insurance payments for farmers. Sarina Sharp with the Daily Dairy Report tells Brownfield […]
Soybeans mostly up as China Commits to major U.S. purchases for 2025 and beyond
Soybeans were mixed, mostly higher, with commercial spread trade supporting the 2025/26 contracts. China says it will buy 12 million tons of U.S. soybeans this year and at least 25 […]
Big Buck, Big Story: Rob Sand’s 200-Inch Urban Bowhunt in Des Moines
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Sioux Center Readies for Hometown Holidays 2025
Sioux Center’s Hometown Holidays celebration is set to return for its fourth year, lighting up the city’s downtown with festive cheer, family traditions, and community spirit. Hosted by the Sioux […]
Iowa soybean leader says domestic demand key to improving farm income
An eastern Iowa farmer says profitability is his biggest concern heading into the 2026 growing season. Robb Ewoldt, who’s also a farmer-leader with the United Soybean Board, tells Brownfield, “It’s […]
China’s soybean commitment brings reassurance to U.S. farmers, says Kansas Soybean Assn CEO
The CEO of the Kansas Soybean Association says China’s verbal commitment to purchase U.S. soybeans helps provide some reassurance for farmers. Kaleb Little says the deal includes exports sales […]
Soybean yields dip from late-season dryness, but corn shows resilience in north central Illinois
A farmer in north central Illinois says it’s been a somewhat surprising harvest season. Mark Wilson, who raises corn, soybeans, and hogs in Stark County, says heavy disease pressure limited […]
Iowa parents shouldn’t let their young werewolves wolf all of the candy
Most Iowa parents know better than to let their little goblins gobble up all of their Halloween loot on trick-or-treat night. Registered dietician Cindy Leuck suggests doling out the sweets […]
Iowa’s governor pledges state funds for food banks due to SNAP situation
Governor Kim Reynolds is ordering the Iowa National Guard to prepare for food distribution missions as Iowa food banks and pantries expect massive demand when tens of thousands of Iowa […]
Red crown rot spreading concern for Illinois soybean growers
A local co-operative manager says red crown rot is becoming an increasing concern for soybean growers in his area. Travis Gillett, who oversees the Alma branch of Effingham Equity in […]