NCBA: NWS in the U.S. is inevitable
The CEO of the National Cattleman’s Beef Association says it’s only a matter of time before New World Screwworm is confirmed in the United States. “It’s 25 miles away right […]
USDA’s Vaden indicates China is buying new crop soybeans from U.S.
A market analyst says USDA officials have pointed to increased soybean buying activity from China. Greg McBride with Allendale tells Brownfield, “The Deputy Ag Secretary had mentioned that China has […]
Iowa has seven statewide races on the 2026 General Election ballot
The General Election nominees for statewide candidates in Iowa’s two major political parties are set. Besides the races for the U.S. Senate and for governor, there are five other statewide […]
Major party nominees set in Iowa’s four congressional districts
There will be a rematch in one of Iowa’s four congressional races. First District Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks, a Republican, will face Democrat Christina Bohannan of Iowa City in November. Both […]
Softball All-American Honors For Dordt Trio
The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) has announced the 2026 NAIA Softball All-Americans and Dordt has three athletes honored following a record setting year, ending with a 42-14 record […]
Cattle producers voicing concerns as data centers compete for land, water resources
There is growing concern that data centers will pose a threat to the future of the ag industry. Virginia cattle producer Rebecca Webert says her state has highest number of […]
Base acre changes could help strengthen the farm safety net
A crop insurance agent says base acre changes could increase farm program payments this fall. In this episode of Managing for Profit, Jason Williamson with Williamson Crop Insurance says some […]
Deer Crash Southwest of Orange City Sends Driver to Hospital with Minor Injuries
A driver was treated for minor injuries after striking a deer early Sunday morning southwest of Orange City. According to the Sioux County Sheriff’s Office, the crash happened at approximately […]
Early-season warmth, heat for most; increased rainfall chances for most areas, centered on the Plains
Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for near- or above-normal temperatures nationwide, with the north-central U.S. having the greatest likelihood of experiencing unusual warmth. Meanwhile, near- or below-normal […]
Sioux Center Council Advances Proposed Electric Rate Increase Amid Rising Power Costs
The Sioux Center City Council has approved the first reading of an ordinance that would increase electric utility rates by 7% later this summer and another 7% next year. Why […]