Tariffs, quotas, and registration hurdles limit U.S. beef access to China
The head of the US Meat Export Federation says China’s recently announced tariffs on imports of beef are misguided. Dan Halstrom says the government is doing it to address inflationary […]
Property taxes a 2026 priority as Nebraska legislature faces budget gap
A Nebraska farmer says a legislative priority for 2026 is addressing property taxes. But, Jan TenBensel, says the state is facing a $471 million budget shortfall and that may make […]
What to Know Before Planting Cover Crops
Farmers should consider planting cover crops for the 2026 season. In this episode of Managing for Profit, Nebraska-based Channel Technical Agronomist Andy Swanson explains the key management strategies farmers should […]
Potash seen as best fertilizer value for farmers heading into 2026
The vice president of fertilizer with Stone X Group says potash is likely the best fertilizer buy for farmers heading into 2026. Josh Linville tells Brownfield, “Potash is probably going […]
Avian influenza returns to Arkansas poultry flocks
There’s been an increase in Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza cases in Arkansas. State Veterinarian Dr. Andrew Fidler says there’s been eight effected poultry flocks since October, with the latest confirmed […]
ISU Extension Launches ‘Money Smart’ Virtual Series Starting Jan. 22
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will begin a new statewide virtual financial education series later this month designed to help Iowans better manage bills, credit, and debt following the […]
Rather mild, (unseasonable) generally tranquil early-January weather across the Heartland
Across the Corn Belt, precipitation across the Great Lakes region has ended, although cloudiness lingers. With a sharp Midwestern temperature gradient in place, Wednesday’s maximum readings will range from near […]
New federal vax recommendations worry Iowa doctor
Some Iowa pediatricians are concerned about recent changes to childhood vaccine recommendations by federal officials. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced this week it will no longer […]
USDA bridge program boosts cotton farmers, gap remains
The president and CEO of the National Cotton Council says the USDA’s Farmer Bridge Assistance Program provides critical relief for farmers dealing with market challenges and revenue shortfalls from last […]
2025-26 IHSAA Boys Basketball Rankings, Jan. 5
Class 4A RANK SCHOOL W L 1 Cedar Fallls 7 0 2 Waukee Northwest 7 1 3 Dowling Catholic, W.D.M. 9 0 4 Muscatine 6 0 5 Ames 7 0 […]