HPAI spreading in Ottawa County flocks
The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has confirmed another two cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza in Ottawa County. The state says the commercial flocks bring the county’s […]
Second finalist named for ISU president’s post
The current president of North Dakota State University is being named as the only other finalist in the search for the next president of Iowa State University. David Cook has […]
Strong returns in the livestock sector drive optimism in the latest Ag Economy Barometer
An ag economist says strong profit margins in the livestock sector led to a rise in this month’s Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer. Professor emeritus Jim Mintert says producers […]
Drought trimmed some soybean yields, but overall year called successful by western Illinois farmer
A western Illinois farmer was thrilled with his 2025 crops. Terry Smith, who grows corn and soybeans in Adams County, tells Brownfield… “It’s been a very successful year, it seems […]
China’s return to U.S. sorghum market could boost exports
The chairwoman of the National Sorghum Producers says China’s renewed interest in U.S. sorghum could help expand market access. Amy France, a farmer from Kansas, says there are still questions […]
Iowa group hosts out-of-state veterans wounded in combat
A northern Iowa organization called “Hunting with Heroes” is gearing up for an annual pheasant hunt later this week in Kossuth County. Bernie Becker, a spokesperson for the group, says […]
Northwestern Earns Top Seed; Dordt Opens on Road in GPAC Volleyball Tournament
The 2025 GPAC Women’s Volleyball Postseason Tournament is set, with Northwestern claiming the No. 1 seed after a perfect 16-0 conference season. The Red Raiders secure the league’s first automatic […]
Dordt Women’s Soccer advances to GPAC semifinals with 2–0 quarterfinal win
Dordt is headed back to the GPAC semifinals for the third straight year after a 2–0 win over Doane Tuesday night at the Defender Soccer Complex. The Defenders (10-5-3) controlled […]
Iowa Western scores big bond issue win
One year after a narrow defeat, voters Tuesday in Iowa Western Community College’s 13-county region overwhelmingly approved a $55-million bond issue for a long list of facilities improvements. Iowa Western […]
Four Injured in Lyon County Crash Near Grand Falls Casino
Four people were hospitalized following a two-vehicle crash on Friday night, October 31, near the Grand Falls Casino northwest of Larchwood. According to the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office, the crash […]