October soybean crush, corn for ethanol numbers rise on month, year
The USDA says October 2025 soybean crush and corn for ethanol numbers were strong. Those were both linked to processors taking advantage of new crop supplies, while enjoying good margins […]
IATP: USMCA review an opportunity to strengthen the North American food supply chain
The Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy says the upcoming review of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement should focus on implementing long-term strategies to help strengthen the food supply chain. Karen Hansen-Kuhn […]
USDA launches regenerative agriculture pilot program to help improve soil health and strengthen the food supply chain
The USDA has announced a $700 million regenerative agriculture pilot program to help farmers improve soil health and strengthen the food supply chain. Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins says the initiative is […]
E15 support grows, petroleum industry rejoins push
The president of the Illinois Corn Growers Association says more political support is being thrown behind nationwide, year-round E15. Mark Bunselmeyer, who farms in Macon County, says Illinois Governor J.B. […]
Big week-to-week differences in broiler sets, placements
Broiler hatchery numbers were widely mixed over the past week. The USDA says 247.678 million broiler-type eggs were set into incubators, down 4.049 million on the week, at least partially […]
Corn Rootworm Strategies
Among the many challenges that corn growers face every growing season, corn rootworms can be among the most damaging. In this Managing for Profit, DEKALB corn portfolio lead Matthew Strubhart […]
Producers weigh risks of investments to expand herd
Some cattle producers say they’re very hesitant to expand their operations due to volatility in the industry. “Right now, the market tells us that we should be selling.” Frank Utter […]
Sioux Center Health Parkinson’s Support Group Fosters Education and Community
A Sioux Center Health support group continues to bring encouragement, shared understanding, and practical education to people living with Parkinson’s disease — as well as their caregivers and loved ones. […]
ACLU says use of automated license plate readers has ‘exploded’ in Iowa
A report released today by the American Civil Liberties Union of Iowa suggests the use of automatic license plate readers is expanding in Iowa. Rita Bettis Austen, the ACLU of […]
UNI encourages students to ring the new bell to celebrate
The Sesquicentennial Bell is now permanently installed on Campanile Plaza at the University of Northern Iowa, and leaders of UNI’s 150th birthday bash are hoping students will visit the bell […]