AI innovation creating additional privacy concerns in agriculture
An ag attorney says the increased use of artificial intelligence is creating additional data privacy concerns. Todd Janzen is a managing partner with Janzen Schroeder Ag Law. “It takes a lot of data […]
Report blames climate change for more Iowa disasters, rising insurance costs
Natural disasters in Iowa that cause millions and even billions of dollars damage are becoming more frequent, which some experts blame on our changing climate. The 15th annual Iowa Climate […]
Post-harvest makes prime time for farmland rental negotiations
Farmland rental rate negotiations are picking up as harvest winds down across the Midwest. University of Minnesota Extension educator Nathan Hulinksy says many farmers like to wait until harvest is […]
Corn leads export inspections with year-over-year gains; wheat and soybeans lag
The USDA is reporting another strong week for corn export inspections. Corn inspections during the week ending November 6th were up on the year, mainly to Mexico, and the overall […]
Northern Illinois farmer says 2025 crop yields strong despite disease pressure
A northern Illinois farmer says it was a good growing season in his area. Brian Duncan, who farms in Ogle County and currently serves as the Illinois Farm Bureau president, […]
Bipartisan bill aims to protect U.S. fruit and vegetable growers from unfair trade
Bipartisan legislation has been introduced in the U.S. Senate to better safeguard specialty crop growers from unfair trading practices. Introduced by Michigan Democrat Elissa Slotkin and Maine Republican Susan Collins, […]
Cash dairy prices mixed to open the week
Cash dairy prices were mixed to open the week Monday at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. Dry whey was up $0.02 at $0.73. One sale was recorded at that price. Forty-pound […]
High inputs costs remain top concern for farmers heading into 2026
An ag economist says high input costs continue to be the number one concern for some farmers heading into 2026. Professor emeritus Jim Mintert tells Brownfield, “They’re looking for ways […]
Sioux Center Fire Engulfs Barn and Hay
A barn north of Sioux Center was destroyed Friday afternoon after a fire that drew crews from four fire departments. The Sioux County Sheriff’s Office says the report came in […]
Man charged in alleged casino scam in Lyon County
A Lyon County jury has found a man guilty of multiple felony charges in a northwest Iowa casino scam. The Iowa DCI started investigating 38-year-old Shaun Joseph Benward in 2018. […]