Corn harvest chugging along in South Dakota
Two farmers in northeast South Dakota say corn harvest is advancing well. Doug Noem farms in Hamlin County and says the yields have been average and rains have helped the […]
Governor encourages donations to food pantries
Governor Kim Reynolds is asking for donations to food banks to help them once federal food benefits are cut off Saturday by the government shutdown. Reynolds announced Thursday that the […]
Many Iowans may soon see health insurance premiums double
Open enrollment starts tomorrow for tens of thousands of Iowans who buy health insurance through the Affordable Care Act marketplace, and the premium costs could more than double for many […]
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Nutrien Ag Solutions launches Farmer 2050 to encourage the next generation of agriculture
The head of marketing at Nutrien Ag Solutions says a long-standing partnership with the National FFA Organization is an investment in the next generation of agricultural leaders. Brian Knifong tells […]
Illinois ag director skeptical of long-term benefits in new U.S.–China trade deal
The director of the Illinois Department of Agriculture says he’s unsure about the long-term benefits of the newly announced trade framework between the U.S. and China. “From my perspective, some […]
Bears and mountain lions are still roaming around Iowa
Sightings of mountain lions in the state have dropped, but Iowa DNR furbearer biologist Vince Evelsizer says there are still some of the animals out there. “There’s been a little […]
Dordt University Opens Defender Coffee Co. on Campus
Dordt University has opened Defender Coffee Co., a new campus coffee shop designed to give students, faculty, and staff a welcoming space to connect over coffee and light meals. Located […]
Local soybean crush plant bringing new opportunities for Nebraska farmers
Northeast Nebraska farmer Anne Meis says a local soybean crush plant has been a game changer this harvest season. “We’re excited about that market being in this area. We’re hoping […]
Usset: soybean demand surge echoes ethanol boom of two decades ago
The bullish combination of renewed purchases by China and surging domestic crush has the U.S. soybean market poised for a breakout. University of Minnesota Extension grain market economist Ed Usset […]