Local, State & Ag News
Heat continues on parts of the Plains, more seasonal environs cover much of the Corn Belt; sct’d showers linger for some
Across the Corn Belt, Thursday’s high temperatures should mostly range from 80 to 85°F. Despite the favorable temperatures, corn and soybeans are experiencing a wide variety of moisture conditions. Drought
Rock Valley to Add Three New Pickleball Courts
The City of Rock Valley has announced plans to construct three new pickleball courts at Bicentennial Park, funded through a private donation from Premier Bank. The project will bring dedicated
What is the Sioux County Firefighter’s Association?
The Sioux County Firefighter’s Association works to enhance readiness and share equipment between the different firefighting agencies of Sioux County. Purpose & Community The group meets quarterly in a different
Clay County Fair Announces Finalists For World’s Greatest County Fair Food Contest
Finalists have been announced for the 2026 “World’s Greatest County Fair Food” contest. They include Brown Sugar Bacon Twizzles (Side Door Concessions, LLC); Chicken Cheesesteaks (Jersey Jo’s); Lily Fries (TnT
Two US House candidates in Iowa say it’s time for a movement led by independents
Independent candidates who are running for two of Iowa’s congressional seats say it’s time for voters frustrated by politics to build a movement. Michael Bridgford, a financial advisor from the
Wisconsin farm fatalities report highlights need for suicide prevention, aging farmer resources
New analysis finds farmers 65 and older account for the majority of farm fatalities in Wisconsin. Roger Aby with the National Farm Medicine Center tells Brownfield, “We notice aging farmers
Cattle futures lower at midweek
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were lower waiting for direct business to develop. Feeders led the way down on the higher move in corn. October live
Soybeans, corn up, watching crop tour numbers
Soybeans were sharply higher on fund and technical buying. Traders are watching a major private crop tour, with results generally below a year ago. Still, near-term development weather does look
Taste From Indiana Farms draws crowds during 2026 state fair
Indiana Farm Bureau’s Taste From Indiana Farms is an opportunity to connect fairgoers to the state’s agricultural industry. Mindy Orschell with the Women’s Leadership Committee says the annual exhibit allows
China appetite for U.S. soybeans returns, but Minnesota grower remains concerned
The president of the Minnesota Soybean Growers Association is cautiously optimistic China will continue buying U.S. soybeans. Ryan Mackenthun farms near Brownton and says China has been an active buyer
