Cold weather and frozen soils limit drought relief despite recent precipitation
An atmospheric scientist says the recent precipitation hasn’t done much to alleviate drought concerns. Dr. Eric Snodgrass, senior science fellow at Nutrient Ag Solutions says it’s been too cold. “We have […]
Statewide disaster declaration enhances Texas task force response to the threat of New World screwworm
Texas continues to take preemptive actions to protect the state from the threat of New World screwworm. Governor Greg Abbott has issued a statewide disaster declaration. The administration says the […]
Analyst says corn farmers should prepare early for 2026
A market analyst says producers will need to be proactive in their corn marketing in 2026. Brian Burke president of John Stewart & Associates says, “There’s not any home runs to […]
UI researchers study how to drive on the Moon
As NASA prepares to launch the Artemis II mission to the Moon as soon as this coming weekend, researchers at the University of Iowa are tackling a challenge future astronauts […]
Contraction continues in the cattle industry
An ag economist says there’s still no signs of expansion in the cattle herd. Josh Maples with Mississippi State University Extension says 2025 was another year of contraction. “This is […]
Iowa House bill would regulate vertiports for electric aircraft
A bill introduced in the Iowa House is sparking a discussion of how to designate and regulate vertiports — take off and landing fields for electric aircraft. During a subcommittee […]