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 […]
Transition planning in starts with understanding your operation’s finances
A mediation expert says understanding the financial health of an ag operation is a critical first step in transition planning. Kay Prather, program coordinator with Kansas Agriculture Mediation Services says […]
Weather extremes expose nitrogen loss challenge across Corn Belt
An agronomist suggests the 2025 growing season offered opportunities to learn how to improve nutrient management. Cody Hornaday with Koch Agronomic Services says there were weather extremes across the Corn […]