Eastern Iowa man claims $1 million Powerball prize
An eastern Iowa man was at the Iowa Lottery’s main office in central Iowa today to claim a $1 million prize. Iowa Lottery officials announced this afternoon that William Zak […]
Sorghum clinical trial targets blood sugar, inflammation, and gut health
Researchers at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln recently launched the first human clinical trial to examine how sorghum could improve a person’s health. Norma Ritz-Johnson, executive director of the United Sorghum […]
Iowa deer hunters are warned about the dangers of tree stands
A national study shows falls from tree stands are now the leading cause of injury for deer hunters, even exceeding the risk of gunshot wounds. With more than 100,000 deer […]
Iowa deer hunters are warned about the dangers of tree stands
A national study shows falls from tree stands are now the leading cause of injury for deer hunters, even exceeding the risk of gunshot wounds. With more than 100,000 deer […]
Nebraska woman charged in $1.24 million cattle fraud
A western Nebraska woman has been charged with fraudulently purchasing more than $1 million worth of cattle from a local sale barn. According to court documents, Amanda Gentry allegedly bought […]
Nebraska woman charged in $1.24 million cattle fraud
A western Nebraska woman has been charged with fraudulently purchasing more than $1 million worth of cattle from a local sale barn. According to court documents, Amanda Gentry allegedly bought […]
From soil protection to feed: why farmers turn to cover crops
Farmers who use cover crops typically seek multiple benefits. Maria Tancredi, Minnesota soil health specialist with the Conservation Technology Information Center, says many growers are looking to hold soil in […]
Ethanol industry celebrates strong markets, record output
The U.S. ethanol industry is celebrating some milestones in 2025. Renewable Fuels Association president Geoff Cooper says a record amount of ethanol has been produced this year. “It has been […]
Pork industry invests $4 million in H5N1 research
The pork industry is investing in H5N1 research despite nominal cases in pigs. Dr. Lisa Becton with the Swine Health Information Center says SHIC is collaborating with the National Pork […]
Public comment period opens Tuesday for switch at Cedar Rapids power plant
A public hearing is scheduled next month as state officials review plans to switch a power plant into Cedar Rapids that’s been fueled with coal to natural gas. Alliant Energy’s […]