White House accelerates ag export funding ahead of 2027 expansion
The Trump administration plans to expedite funds to boost U.S. ag exports. USDA Foreign Agricultural Service Administrator Daniel Whitley says the One Big Beautiful Bill Act doubles the money available […]
Strong pork market outlook as high beef prices boost demand, MSU expert says
A livestock economist says the outlook for pork producers this year is positive. Michigan State University’s Jaime Luke tells Brownfield, “These really high beef prices are providing some more support […]
Orange City Man Arrested on Multiple Felony Child Abuse Charges
An Orange City man has been arrested on multiple felony charges following a joint child abuse investigation. According to the Orange City Police Department, officers arrested 21-year-old Brendon Scott Harrison […]
Ethanol industry leader ‘not optimistic’ congress will reach E15 deal
An ethanol industry leader says he doubts congress will pass a bill anytime soon that would allow the year-round sale of fuel blended with 15% ethanol. Yesterday was the deadline […]
Policy support key as Canada remains largest U.S. ethanol customer
Policy will shape the future of U.S. ethanol exports to its top customer. Advanced Biofuels Canada Association president Fred Ghatala calls biofuels a “policy game.” “Renewable fuels exist because policy […]
Area Scores: February 15-21, 2026
Saturday, February 21, 2026 GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALLClass 4A Region 8 Semi-FinalsNorth Polk 51, Nevada 15Sioux Center 59, MOC-Floyd Valley 42Class 3A Region 8 FinalCherokee 55, Spirit Lake 48 GPAC […]
Iowa ag officials confirm new HPAI cases, stress poultry safety
Two new cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza have been confirmed in Iowa. The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship says the detections occurred within multi-species backyard flocks in […]
Rollins says USDA programs and trade are boosting ag outlook
Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins says U.S. agriculture is building momentum in early 2026. During a press conference Wednesday afternoon, she said the USDA has opened enrollment for the Farmer Bridge […]
Label reading is a must
Because the red meat allergy that is caused by Alpha-Gal Syndrome can present itself in different labels, University of Missouri Extension Educator Eden Stewart says consumers have to be diligent […]
Lack of student interest brings delay for UI’s Center for Intellectual Freedom
The Center for Intellectual Freedom at the University of Iowa had to delay its course offerings from January until next month. The Daily Iowan reports the two classes had less […]