Grazing over grain
A northwestern Illinois producer says the economics of grazing his fields makes more sense than growing grain. Trevor Toland, who raises cattle in McDonough County, tells Brownfield… “We have taken […]
Electric weeder returns as resistant weeds challenge sugarbeet growers
Some sugarbeet growers are returning to a decade’s old weed control approach because of herbicide resistance. Kevin Olson is the president of LASCO Manufacturing, which uses a patented electric discharge […]
Texas Woman Injured in Two-Vehicle Crash in Alton
A Texas woman was taken to the hospital following a two-vehicle crash Monday afternoon in Alton. According to the Orange City Police Department, the crash occurred at approximately 12:08 p.m. […]
Sheldon Man Faces Felony Charge After Alleged THC Wax Possession
(KIWA) — A Sheldon man faces a felony drug charge after police allegedly found THC wax in his possession. According to a criminal complaint filed by the Sheldon Police Department […]
DNR Meetings Planned as Major Deer Hunting Changes Take Effect in Western Iowa
(KIWA) — Western Iowa deer hunters will have several opportunities next month to learn about major regulation changes taking effect for the upcoming deer season. The Iowa Department of Natural […]
Second Adult Charged in O’Brien County Case Involving Drugs Allegedly Given to Children
(KIWA) — A second adult is facing multiple felony charges in connection with an O’Brien County investigation into controlled substances and prescription medications allegedly given to children. According to a […]
Hinson pushes Senate to act on E15 and Save Our Bacon Act
U.S. Congresswoman Ashley Hinson says securing year-round E15 sales and addressing California’s Proposition 12 are among her top agricultural priorities for the remainder of the year. “The Save Our Bacon […]
Vilsack urges action on food waste
As global leaders assess solutions to hunger and food insecurity, the head of the World Food Prize Foundation says the United States must also take a hard look at the […]
Iowa growers receive rains as July winds down
Iowa’s state climatologist says a good portion of the state has received some timely rains this week. Justin Glisan tells Brownfield that’s good news for row crop growers in areas […]
Prepping for annual Charity Steer Show for Iowa’s Ronald McDonald Houses
The 44th Annual Governor’s Charity Steer Show will be held in just 25 days, during the 2026 Iowa State Fair. The proceeds will again benefit the three Ronald McDonald Houses […]