Economist says Brazil’s reliance on fertilizer imports highlighted by Hormuz closure
An agricultural economist with Purdue University says the longer the flow of fertilizers is disrupted through the Strait of Hormuz, the greater the impact to Brazilian agriculture. During a recent […]
Peak demand limits remain in expanding regional water system in northwest Iowa
A major regional water project serving northwest Iowa communities is moving closer to completion, but operators say there will still be limited water supplies during peak demand. The third phase […]
Wisconsin farmer ready to roll when soil conditions improve
A central Wisconsin farmer says he’s ready to plant, but conditions are not right yet. John Eron grows corn and soybeans west of Stevens Point and does some custom fieldwork […]
2026 IHSAA Soccer Rankings May 27, 2026
CLASS 4A RANK SCHOOL Win Loss Tie 1 Johnston 5 0 0 2 Ankeny Centennial 6 0 1 3 Prairie, Cedar Rapids 6 0 1 4 Waukee Northwest 8 1 […]
U.S. dairy group calls for improved enforcement measures during USMCA review
The National Milk Producers Federation says the USMCA review process needs to include refining the dispute process between trading partners. Shawna Morris tells Brownfield, “There’s an opportunity to see what’s […]
Export inspections mixed, still mostly solid
U.S. export inspections generally reflected decent demand during the week ending April 23rd. The USDA says corn fell below a year ago but remains ahead of the pace needed to […]
Beverage company plans move to Webster City, creating 42 jobs
A factory that once housed aquaculture shrimp in Webster City will become the home of a beverage production facility. Officials with the New Jersey-based Edible Garden AG Incorporated picked Webster […]
Report highlights healthy liquidity ratios on many Minnesota farms
A farm business management instructor suggests many Minnesota grain farms are holding up financially despite a challenging ag economy. Kristina McVicker with South Central College in Mankato says the 2025 […]
Rock Rapids Woman Faces Felony Child Endangerment Charge
A Rock Rapids woman is facing a felony charge after authorities say an infant suffered life-threatening injuries earlier this year. According to court documents, the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office arrested […]
Farmers say crop protection availability at stake in SCOTUS glyphosate case
A Supreme Court case being argued this week could impact the future availability of key crop protection products. Iowa farmer Bill Couser says the ag industry needs pesticide label certainty. […]