Northern Iowa football coach knows team better in year 2
UNI football coach Todd Stepsis held his preseason news conference today and says leadership is going to be the key for the Panthers as he enters his second season. “Taking […]
Michigan State Extension helps farmers test for PFAS and manage risks
An Extension educator says proactive testing is helping farmers better understand their risk of PFAS exposure. Michigan State University Extension’s Faith Cullins Nobis tells Brownfield, “Right now we don’t have […]
Sutter: U.S. soybean export sales strong ahead of fall harvest
The CEO of the U.S. Soybean Export Council says export demand for U.S. soybeans looks strong ahead of fall harvest. Jim Sutter says U.S. soybean export sales at this point […]
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: August 12, 2026
Sep. corn $4.57, up 20 and 1/4 centsSep. soybeans $11.64 and 3/4, up 17 and 1/4 centsSep. soybean meal $308.50, up $3.50Sep. soybean oil 69.16, up 59 pointsSep. Chicago wheat […]
Opening arguments held in 1983 murder case in Sioux City
Opening arguments got underway today in Woodbury County District Court in Sioux City in a 40 year old murder case. Sixty-three year old Thomas Popp is charged in the shooting […]
Lillibridge eager to serve on Iowa Corn Promotion Board
An eastern Iowa farmer says he’s looking forward to representing corn growers on the Iowa Corn Promotion Board after being elected to the position. Lance Lillibridge of Vinton says the […]
USDA beef, pork estimates dip on slower slaughter rates
The USDA has lowered its expectations for 2026 red meat production, while increasing projections for poultry. Beef production is now estimated at 24.967 billion pounds, down 321 million from July […]
Inside the USDA Lockup: Farmers get a look at how market-moving reports are developed
Two Indiana ag leaders say participating in USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) “lockup” gives the industry a first-hand look at how the agency produces market-sensitive reports. Ed Ebert, senior […]
Turek Discusses Rural Issues, Answers Questions from Local Media During Rock Rapids Stop
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Josh Turek met with residents and two Lyon County mayors Tuesday during a campaign stop at Rosie’s in Rock Rapids. The appearance was one of five […]
Preparing for a historic transfer of US farmland
The president of Farmers National Company says a major shift in farmland ownership is underway across rural America. Paul Schadegg tells Brownfield that more than 150 million acres are expected […]