Ag education takes center stage as Speak Ag Pioneers work to bridge the gap between producers and consumers
Four state FFA officers were educating the public about U.S. agriculture during this year’s National Ag Day celebration. Iowa FFA State President Chloe Zittergruen says there is a knowledge gap […]
Farmland outlook remains solid even as farm incomes lag, economist says
An economist with Creighton University says farm and ranchland prices are strengthening. Ernie Goss tells Brownfield it could give some producers investment opportunities. “Where are you going to put your […]
Southeast Indiana farmer gearing up for planting season as heavy spring rains impact much of the state
A southeast Indiana farmer says the start of spring fieldwork is just around the corner. Roger Wenning says while much of the state has been in extreme drought, his area has […]
Firefighter injured in northern Iowa egg farm fire
A large fire at a northern Iowa egg farm has caused injuries to a local firefighter. A spokesperson with Hawkeye Pride Egg Farm in Corwith confirmed the injury to Brownfield […]
Lawmaker says Senate GOP plan would keep Iowa legislature from micromanaging local budgets
A key lawmaker says there’s common ground among his fellow Republicans when it comes to establishing a 2% cap on property tax growth in Iowa, but Senator Dan Dawson says […]
Democrats in Iowa’s 4th district emphasize working across party lines
Iowans can request absentee ballots now for the June 2 Primary Elections. Campaign events are popping up around the state as candidates make their cases to voters and the three […]
Iowa Supreme Court upholds drug conviction based on backpack search
The Iowa Supreme Court has upheld the conviction against a man who entered a Des Moines home under police surveillance with a backpack that officers soon discovered had drugs inside. […]
In-person visits suspended at southeast Iowa prison
State prison officials have suspended in-person visits with inmates at a southeast Iowa prison. The Mount Pleasant Correctional Facility is a minimum security prison and, according to the Iowa Department […]
Soybean planting may start this weekend in parts of Iowa
An agronomist with the Iowa State University Extension says some eager Iowa farmers may start planting soybeans next week, or even as soon as this weekend. Rebecca Vittetoe, who covers […]
Cedar Falls residents raise concerns over proposed crypto mine
Cedar Falls leaders are considering new zoning which could accommodate a proposed cryptocurrency mine, but nearby residents are worried about noise and property values. The city’s planning and zoning commission […]