Milk futures lower, cash dairy mostly lower
December Class III milk futures on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange down 31 at $16.32. January down 21 at $15.38. February 23 lower at $15.63. March through May contracts 3 to […]
Relief concert finances two new homes in Spencer, rehab of 10 others
There was a ribbon cutting in Spencer earlier today for the second of two Habitat for Humanity houses financed with the proceeds from a flood-relief concert in June. The flooding […]
Making Thanksgiving dinner a potluck could help Iowans on a budget
Many Iowans will be heading to the grocery store this weekend to stock up on ingredients for next week’s Thanksgiving dinner, but cost is always a concern. Lisa Schiller, spokeswoman […]
Highway 75 in Sioux Center Reopens for Winter
Highway 75 in Sioux Center is officially open to traffic for the winter, bringing welcome relief for drivers and downtown businesses after a busy construction season. As of today, the […]
Roxanne Mars
62, of Orange City
First flu death reported in Southwest Iowa
The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services reports the first flu death of the year. The information says the individual was an older adult from southwest Iowa. The death […]
U.S. soybean crush growth ‘unrealistic’ fix for lost China demand
A global strategist with Rabobank says an increased domestic soybean crush won’t replace the lost demand from China. Stephen Nicholson says it’s an unrealistic expectation. “While it’s good to see, […]
Former Boondocks truck stop near Williams to reopen as TA
A truck stop along Interstate 35 in northern Iowa near Williams that was known for 45 years as being a haven for truck drivers during Iowa blizzards will reopen soon […]
Trade aid update: USDA says final decision pending
The Under Secretary of Farm Production and Conservation at the USDA says conversations are still happening about trade aid. Richard Fordyce tells Brownfield… “It’s going to be a well informed […]
Ag Director highlights USMCA’s role in expanding market access
The Nebraska Director of Agriculture says the United States-Mexico-Canada trade agreement could create new market opportunities for farmers. Sherry Vinton says the deal has benefited every country including the […]