Grassley backs temporary suspension of phosphate fertilizer duties
U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley says President Trump made the right call to lift countervailing duties on phosphate fertilizer from Morocco. “We finally got some results of talking about the tariffs […]
USDA reports in the rearview, weather now steers grain markets
Weather is expected to be the primary market driver for grain prices now that USDA has released planted acreage and quarterly grain stocks updates. Al Kluis with Kluis Commodity Advisors […]
ASA program shows Wisconsin farmer importance of policy work
A south-central Wisconsin farmer says getting involved in commodity organizations completely changed his outlook on agriculture. Eric Wuthrich, who grows corn and soybeans in Green County, says being selected for […]
U.S. Supreme Court to hear Nebraska, Colorado water dispute
The United States Supreme Court has agreed to hear a water rights dispute that could impact ag producers in the Central Plains. Southwest Nebraska farmer Dan Hughes says the state’s […]
Bayer to reorganize U.S. glyphosate business under new entity
Bayer has announced a restructuring of its U.S. glyphosate business, creating a new entity called Ruveon. The company says Ruveon will focus on all aspects of glyphosate including pricing, go-to-market […]
Dordt announces men’s soccer coaching staff for 2026
Dordt University has announced its men’s soccer coaching staff for the 2026 season. Tim Lee will serve as interim head coach for the 2026 season and will be assisted by […]
Mason City police still pursue 1995 Huisentruit case ‘like it happened yesterday’
The Mason City Police Department investigator who’s in charge of the Jodi Huisentruit disappearance says the investigation remains very active, even after 31 years. Terrance Prochaska says the case is […]
Sioux County Avoids Major Damage after Two Nights of Severe Weather
After two consecutive nights (Monday and Tuesday) of severe weather, Sioux County Emergency Management officials say northwest Iowa escaped with relatively minor damage despite numerous reports of downed trees, branches […]
Sioux County Officials Urge Safe, Responsible Fireworks Use Ahead of Independence Day
As Independence Day approaches, the Sioux County Sheriff’s Office is reminding residents to celebrate responsibly by following local fireworks ordinances and practicing safe handling. Fireworks may only be discharged during […]
Iowa Ag Secretary Comments on America’s 250th
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture commented on America’s 250th on a recent episode of The Daily Grind. Iowa Ag Secretary Mike Naig describes what he sees as the core of American […]