New UI lab is devoted to exploring the distant reaches of space
The Iowa Spaceflight Laboratory is making its debut this week at the University of Iowa, the latest stage in the institution’s long history of crafting specialized equipment that’s helping us […]
UI opens new lab devoted to exploring the far reaches of space
The Iowa Spaceflight Laboratory is making its debut this week at the University of Iowa, the latest stage in the institution’s long history of crafting specialized equipment that’s helping us […]
Iowa Congresswoman Hinson discusses presidential security, glyphosate
Iowa Congresswoman Ashley Hinson, a Republican from Marion, says there are two factors to address in following the attempt by a gunman to get into the White House Correspondents’ Dinner […]
Some ag groups say crop protection access at risk in House Farm Bill debate
The president of the American Soybean Association says a key farm bill provision could impact the future availability of crop protection products. Ohio farmer Scott Metzger says the proposed legislation […]
Ag groups tout USMCA at NAFB’s Washington Watch
Some ag groups say the upcoming review of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement could help provide stability for farmers moving forward. Andy LaVigne with the American Seed Trade Association says USMCA needs […]
Chairman Thompson says House farm bill passage likely on Thursday
House Ag Committee Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson says he expects the full U.S. House to pass its farm bill on Thursday. “With any degree of luck, the Farm, Food, and […]
The cost of Prop 12
An economist with the National Pork Producers Council says new data shows California’s Proposition 12 is having a negative impact on both pork producers and consumers. Holly Cook Anderson says […]
Dordt’s Colt Schmidt named men’s volleyball All-American

The American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) has announced the 2026 NAIA Men’s Volleyball All-America Teams and Dordt’s Colt Schmidt (Freshman; Palmdale, California) has been named to the honorable mention list. […]
Johnson Optimistic House Will Pass Year-Round E15 Bill
A U.S. Congressman from South Dakota says he’s optimistic the full House can advance a bill supporting nationwide, year-round E15. Dusty Johnson tells Brownfield… “There’ll be a standalone vote on […]
Higher diesel prices costing farmers more in 2026
Energy market volatility could cost farmers more in 2026. In this episode of Managing for Profit, David Widmar with Agricultural Economic Insights discusses the broader impact higher diesel prices could […]