Grassley cancels today’s committee vote on Blanche’s A.G. nomination
Senator Chuck Grassley cancelled today scheduled Judiciary Committee meeting to vote on President Trump’s nominee for attorney general. A Grassley spokesperson said late last night that two other Republicans on […]
Weather differences driving uneven crop prospects
An agronomist says crop conditions have been a mixed bag across the Midwest. Ryan Harbison with AgroLiquid says some of the best corn and soybean fields he’s seen are in southern […]
Senator Ernst blasts Fauci’s COVID related decisions
Iowa Senator Joni Ernst is among those publicly raising objections to pandemic-related decisions Dr. Anthony Fauci made when he was a top U.S. public health official. Ernst questioned Fauci yesterday […]
New Soil Health Institute study shows soil health and conservation are improving forage production
New research from the Soil Health Institute could help dairy farmers improve forage quality and overall sustainability on their operations. Dr. Maria Cloutier says Wisconsin farmers using reduced tillage and […]
Seasonal warmth & heat across the Heartland; scattered showers & storms developing on parts of the Plains
Across the Corn Belt, scattered showers and thunderstorms are overspreading the western tier of the region, including Nebraska and the Dakotas. Dry weather covers the remainder of the Corn Belt, […]
Northwestern Selects Moreno to Lead Softball Program
ORANGE CITY, Iowa – Northwestern College has announced the hiring of Alyssa Moreno as its next head softball coach. “We are excited to welcome Alyssa to the Northwestern College community,” […]
Grains juggling weather, wheat rally and China demand
A commodity broker says he’s keeping a close eye on several grain market factors heading into August. Tommy Grisafi with Ag Bull Trading says variable weather conditions have been impacting […]
Sioux County Sheriff Urges Drivers to Treat Tall-Corn Intersections Like Stop Signs
Tall corn is limiting sight lines at rural intersections across Sioux County, prompting the sheriff’s office to urge drivers to slow down and prepare to stop. The Sioux County Sheriff’s […]
Old Parlor Meat Company to Open Second Retail Store in Hull Saturday
A family-run meat business that began inside a converted dairy parlor is preparing to open its second retail location in Sioux County. Old Parlor Meat Company, owned and operated by […]
Sanborn Man Agrees to 30-Year Prison Term in Meth Plea Deal
(KIWA) — A Sanborn man who originally faced charges carrying a combined maximum of 115 years in prison has agreed to a recommended 30-year sentence as part of a plea […]