Agriculture looks for progress in U.S.-China trade talks
The U.S. and China are scheduled to meet next week, and the CEO of the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture says he hopes the talks lead to a […]
Anthrax confirmed in South Dakota cattle, producers urged to monitor herds
South Dakota has confirmed its first case of anthrax in cattle this year. State veterinarian Dr. Mendel Miller says it was detected in some cow-calf pairs located in Meade County. […]
Trade tensions with Canada could drive up ag equipment costs
An ag economist says the latest trade dispute between the U.S. and Canada could create new challenges for ag equipment manufactures. Ian Sheldon with Ohio State University tells Brownfield, “Companies like John […]
Illinois crops drying quickly as harvest picks up steam
A central Illinois farmer says it’s going to be a quick harvest, if the weather cooperates. Matt Bennett, who grows corn and soybeans in Shelby County, says moisture in both […]
Iowans are encouraged to ring in National Constitution Week
Thousands of bells will ring across Iowa today in commemoration of the U.S. Constitution being signed on this date 239 years ago. Susan Klein, a member of the Abigail Adams […]
Iowa Ag Secretary Mike Naig Visits Dordt University and Hull
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig made several stops across Northwest Iowa, connecting with students at Dordt University and meeting with community members and livestock producers in Hull. Naig’s visit […]
Tactile exhibit in central Iowa makes deep space images accessible to all
A new exhibit at the Iowa Department for the Blind aims to open the night sky and the spectacle of distant stars, galaxies and colorful nebulas to blind, low-vision, and […]
Two Injured in Hull Crash; Driver Arrested on Suspended License Charge
Two people were taken to Sioux Center Health following a two-vehicle crash in Hull on Tuesday afternoon, September 15. The Sioux County Sheriff’s Office says the crash occurred at 3:51 […]
Farm bankruptcies on pace to increase in 2026
New data from the National Agricultural Law Center shows farm bankruptcies are expected to rise for calendar year 2026. On this episode of Managing for Profit, National Agricultural Law Center […]
After Iowa Senators’ objections, Ag Committee advances 2026 Farm Bill
A Farm Bill is now eligible for debate in the U.S. Senate, but Iowa’s U.S. Senators objected when two of their own proposals were blocked from consideration yesterday before the […]