Local, State & Ag News
Indiana dairy farms continue to face regulatory challenges as the industry seeks practical solutions
The director of agricultural affairs at the American Dairy Association Indiana says regulatory uncertainty remains a concern for producers across the country. Patrick Hash says compliance costs and administrative requirements
European corn production declines could shift global demand
A market analyst says tightening global corn supplies could create additional opportunities for U.S. exports. Jeff Peterson with Heartland Farm Partners says the ongoing drought in Europe opens the
Fourth District’s McGowan and Dawson on war with Iran
Chris McGowan, the Republican campaigning for Iowa’s fourth congressional district seat, says the federal government must be prudent about waging war, but McGowan isn’t publicly commenting on President Trump’s decision
SL School Board to Hear From Public August 19 for Facilities Plan
Discussions around possible facility improvements at the Spirit Lake schools continue to evolve. The school board will meet once again this Wednesday, August 19th. Superintendent Dr. David Smith tells KUOO
Tyson’s Illinois plant closure renews consolidation concerns
The president of the Illinois Farm Bureau says the closure of a Tyson beef processing facility in the western part of the state is another example of consolidation’s negative impact
Estherville city council puts new regulations on e-bikes, scooters
Electric scooters and e-bikes can be a lot of fun or a terrible menace, depending on who you ask, and communities across Iowa are working to better regulate the speedy
Michigan launches drone pilot programs to strengthen rapid response, manufacturing
Several state agencies are analyzing how drones could improve operations in Michigan. Chief Mobility Officer Justine Johnson tells Brownfield five pilot programs have been announced as part of statewide Advanced
Planning for the 2027 crop year
In this episode of Managing for Profit, Gary Schnitkey with the University of Illinois says risk management will be essential to a successful plan for 2027. The post Planning for
Northwest Iowa man jailed for threats against attorney, police
A Sioux City man is accused of threatening Woodbury County Attorney James Loomis and the Sioux City Police. Twenty-eight-year-old Christian Burford is charged with two counts of threats of terrorism.
Former West Lyon Softball Coach Sentenced in Student Sexual Exploitation Case
(KIWA) — A former West Lyon softball coach accused of having a long-term sexual relationship with a student has received probation and suspended incarceration after two of the four felony
