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New UNI programs will help Iowa meet the need for more nurses
Registered nurses are in exceptionally high demand in Iowa, and the University of Northern Iowa’s new nursing programs will soon fill some of the need. Nancy Kertz, UNI’s chief academic
Milder to warmer days ahead; rains to return to the Heartland, centered on the southern Plains
Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for the likelihood of below-normal temperatures from the Ohio Valley and Great Lakes region into the middle and northern Atlantic States, while
One Person Reported to Have Sustained “Serious Injuries” in Crash South Of Hull
One person was reported to have sustained “serious injuries” in a two-vehicle crash south of Hull on Tuesday morning. According to the Sioux County Sheriff’s Office, the crash happened at
Iowa State Fair Opens Nominations for Heart of the County Fair Award
Nominations are now open for the 2026 Heart of the County Fair Award through the Iowa Agribusiness Radio Network. The award honors individuals, families, exhibitors, volunteers, or fair board members
Seed industry feeling pressure from tariffs
Tariffs are having an impact on the seed industry. Andy LaVigne is the president and CEO of the American Seed Trade Association and says, “When we move seed from one
The need for increased credit limits
All eyes shifted to the US Senate after the House recently passed its version of the farm bill. On this episode, Senate Ag Committee Chairman John Boozman discusses what’s needed
NEMA urges Iowa’s governor to reject building code changes
The National Electrical Manufacturers Association is calling on Governor Reynolds to item veto a proposal added to a budget bill that would change building codes for homes, duplexes and townhouses.
USMCA continuation important to farmers, others
Maintaining the USMCA trade deal with minor adjustments was the common message from farmers, processors, and government officials in Green Bay on Wednesday. Brian Kuehl with Farmers for Free Trade
Competition intensifies for cropland close to SE Wisconsin dairies
An ag real estate appraiser says farmland values are surging in southeastern Wisconsin. David Kluck with Compeer Financial tells Brownfield the market has risen 25 to 35 percent since December.
National 4-H Council Ignite initiative helping members implement change through real-world experiences
The National 4-H Council’s Ignite initiative is giving members the tools they need to implement change in their communities. Owen Brosanders, this year’s 4-H Youth in Action award winner, developed a
