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Private Iowa college offers more online classes to ‘guest students’
Central College in Pella is expanding its online course offerings to community members, giving them a chance to pursue classes outside of a degree program. People can enroll as a
E15 legislation faces hurdles as House weighs standalone vote
U.S. Congressman Don Bacon says persistent opposition is standing in the way of year-round E15 legislation. “We have some Republicans who hate E15 for the wrong reasons,” he said. “They
Three Arrested After Search Warrant in Sioux Center Drug Investigation
Three people are facing multiple charges following a drug investigation that led to the execution of a search warrant at a Sioux Center residence late last month. According to court
Steen says consolidation needed in Iowa GOP race for governor
At one time there were five candidates campaigning for the Iowa Democratic Party’s U.S. Senate nomination, but two dropped out and endorsed someone else. With a month to go unti
Grain markets eye U.S.–China meeting for potential soybean
An ag economist with University of Missouri Extension says agriculture is still expected to play a role in discussions between the U.S. and China when the countries meet this month.
No immediate trade fallout after pseudorabies detections in Iowa and Texas
The CEO of the Iowa Pork Producers Association says U.S. pork export customers have yet to respond to detections of pseudorabies in Iowa and Texas swine herds. Pat McGonegle tells
Organic dairy producers challenge Federal Milk Marketing Order rules in court
Four separate lawsuits have been filed, claiming the federal milk marketing orders unfairly harm organic dairy producers. Organic farmers and cooperatives want an exemption from the federal milk marketing order
Fast planting season highlights ongoing soil moisture challenges
Dry conditions last month fueled a fast corn planting pace along with drought concerns in southwest Minnesota. Bob Worth of Lake Benton says there’s been a lack of soil moisture
Central Iowa tech manufacturer hosts one of the SBA’s top officials
As part of this National Small Business Week, the number-two administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration is in Iowa today to meet with a host of small business owners
Investing in Future Ag Leaders Through FFA
The Missouri Soybean Merchandising Council is investing in the next generation of Missouri agriculture, sponsoring proficiency awards at the Missouri State FFA Convention. Missouri Soybean’s Director of Communications Samantha Turner
