Iowa’s Rides of Silence honor the 5 cyclists killed, 100s hurt since last May
Bicycling enthusiasts in six Iowa cities will slowly be riding through their communities tonight in a solemn event that honors cyclists who’ve been hurt or killed while riding on public […]
Alfalfa weevils prompt calls for diligent scouting, management
A forage specialist says he’s concerned about alfalfa weevil pressure across parts of the Midwest. “Alfalfa weevil is probably one of the most income-limiting pest that we have in our […]
RFA optimistic on Senate path for E15 legislation
The president of the Renewable Fuels Association is hopeful having E15 as a standalone bill in the Senate helps its chances of success. Geoff Cooper tells Brownfield. “We actually think […]
Conservation practices help protect Minnesota waterways
The president of the Minnesota Farmers Union says conservation management practices are becoming more common among producers. Gary Wertish says there’s a big focus on water quality through practices like […]
NFU president warns high fertilizer prices may persist
The president of the National Farmers Union says he’s concerned that high fertilizer prices could be sticking around for an extended period of time. Rob Larew tells Brownfield, “The fact […]
Rising fuel and fertilizer costs renew calls for farm aid
A Minnesota farmer says another round of federal financial assistance is needed in agriculture. Nathan Serbus grows corn, soybeans, and sweet corn in Renville County and was recently asked by […]
Big expectations for Illinois wheat crop
The president of the Illinois Wheat Association says the state’s 2026 crop is looking promising. Tracy Heuerman, who farms in Effingham County, says this year’s tour of 25 southern Illinois […]
Cash dairy sales mostly lower Wednesday
Cash dairy prices were lower on Wednesday except for block cheese at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. Dry whey was down $0.0075 at $0.6825. One sale was recorded at that price. Forty-pound cheese blocks were up $0.0375 at $1.57. Twenty-one sales were recorded, ranging from $1.5325 to $1.57. Cheese […]
Peterson: farm bill “broken” as ad hoc payments outpace safety net
The former chairman of the U.S. House Agriculture Committee says the farm bill is still broken and fixing it could require collaboration outside of Washington D.C. “More money is going […]
Blake Wieking Hired as New MOC-Floyd Valley Middle School Principal
MOC-Floyd Valley Community School District has selected longtime teacher and coach Blake Wieking as its next middle school principal. The MOC-Floyd Valley Board of Education approved Wieking for the position […]