USDA reports mixed broiler hatchery trends as egg sets rise on week, but slip on year
U.S. broiler hatchery numbers are continuing their recent mixed trend. Part of the week-to-week and year-to-year changes can be linked to the seasonal rise in reports of Highly Pathogenic Avian […]
More optimism in farm country drives boost in this month’s Ag Economy Barometer
An ag economist says more optimism in farm country helped boost producer sentiment in this month’s Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer. Professor emeritus Jim Mintert says it rose to its highest level since […]
Climatologist: Winter weather patterns are not enough to relieve Eastern Corn Belt drought
The associate director of the Midwestern Regional Climate Center says drought could continue to be a challenge for farmers heading into 2026. Melissa Widhalm says despite recent winter weather patterns, much of […]
Minor Injuries Reported in Three-Vehicle Crash South of Sioux Center
One person was taken to the hospital after a three-vehicle collision on Monday afternoon on Highway 75, just south of Sioux Center. According to the Sioux County Sheriff’s Office, the […]
Some rootworms now resistant to pyrethroids
Researchers have discovered another crop pest that is resistant to the main treatment tool available to farmers. Dr. Emily Bick with the University of Wisconsin tells Brownfield some corn earworms […]
Nebraska Ag Expo brings cutting-edge technology and global exhibitors
The marketing director with the Nebraska Ag Expo says this year’s show will feature new, innovative technology to help producers boost efficiency on their operations. Cindy Feldman says it […]
Depressed ag economy resulting in increased farmer mental health concerns
A commercial agriculture educator with the University of Illinois says a depressed ag economy is weighing on farmers’ mental health. “Comparing these economic times that we’re in now to what […]
Midwife bucks trend and opens birthing center in central Iowa
Iowa has a free-standing birthing center again after a law lowered barriers for midwives to operate one. A birthing center is a facility for mothers to have what’s called a […]
Used equipment market holding strong
An Illinois-based auction agent says the low commodity prices aren’t slowing down the used equipment market. Mark Larsen, with Kyle Kelso Auctioneers in Macomb, says escalating prices for new equipment […]
New Iowa Board of Regents president has three goals
The Board of Regents elected a board member who is a construction engineer to take over as president in a meeting this morning. Robert Cramer says he has three goals […]