Former USDA chief economist: Crop farmers facing tight margins with no clear catalyst
The former chief economist for USDA says crop farmers are stuck in tight margins and are looking for a way out. “I’m not sure I’ve got a happy message,” Seth […]
Area Scores: January 25-31, 2026
Saturday, January 31, 2026 BOYS HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALLRock Valley 68, Irene-Wakonda 41Western Christian 70, Parker/Marion 28 GPAC WOMEN’S BASKETBALLBriar Cliff 97, College of St. Mary 62Concordia 111, Waldorf 43Dakota Wesleyan […]
Hawarden Public Library Receives $10,000 Gift as Nation Marks 250th Anniversary
The Hawarden Public Library is receiving national recognition as the country prepares to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. As part of the anniversary, […]
Ag awaits Supreme Court opinion on Trump tariffs
The U.S. Supreme Court still hasn’t issued a decision on President Trump’s use of tariffs and ag lobbyist says he’s eager to see the opinion. Randy Russell with the Russell […]
NPPC working with Congress to develop federal Prop 12 legislation
The president of the National Pork Producers Council says the industry is developing federal legislation that would address California’s livestock confinement law. Duane Stateler says Proposition 12 has created a […]
Southeast Minnesota farmer expands grain storage to improve marketing flexibility
A farmer in southeastern Minnesota is planning additional grain storage. Glenn Groth raises corn and soybeans in Winona County. “We’re kind of staying the course in most aspects of the […]
Texas cattle producers say proactive management is critical amid New World screwworm concerns
The northward advancement of New World screwworm continues to have Texas producers on edge. Texas stocker Wayne Cockrell says ramping up animal health practices is crucial in the fight against […]
Farmer bridge payment process easy and certain
Wisconsin’s State FSA Director says the upcoming farmer bridge assistance payment process will be easy and payment amounts will be certain. Sandy Chalmers tells Brownfield farmers will know what to […]
Ernst urges SBA reforms to expand rural access to capital
U.S. Senator Joni Ernst says she’s asking the Small Business Administration to look into some challenges facing rural community banks. “What we have found is that small businesses, oftentimes in […]
Star of ‘Southern Charm’ to share small business tips with Iowans
A reality TV show star and entrepreneur will make two appearances in Iowa next week. Craig Conover is a founding cast member on “Southern Charm,” which launched on Bravo in […]