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Equipment makers facing rising costs amid ongoing uncertainty
A global equipment manufacturer says tariff disputes are continuing to drive up farm equipment costs. Eric Raby, senior vice president for Region Americas with CLAAS says the price of steel
Iowa women are reminded about breast cancer warning signs
Breast cancer is the most frequently diagnosed cancer in Iowa women, but when it’s caught early, the odds for surviving it are exceptional. Jackie Dau, the lead mammography technician at
Profit picture expected to improve for 2026, but challenges remain for 2027
In this episode of Managing for Profit, Barry Ward with Ohio State University says managing working capital will be critical as producers face another year of tight margins. The post
While still mild for some of the Heartland, a more active pattern to return; beneficial moisture for much of the Plains
Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for the likelihood of near- or above-normal temperatures and precipitation across most of the country. Cooler-than-normal conditions will be confined to portions
Orange City Readies for Tulip Planting as Bulb Supply Issues Complicate Preparations
Orange City is preparing for its annual fall tulip planting, but problems affecting some bulbs have organizers searching for replacements and adjusting plans for next spring’s displays. Volunteers are invited
Sioux County Awards $1.44 Million Contract for Two Bridge Replacements
Sioux County has awarded Dixon Construction a $1.44 million contract to replace two bridges over Dry Run Creek, including the closed crossing on Dogwood Avenue. The combined contract covers projects
Man faces attempted murder charges after shootings on I-35 south of DSM
A 27-year-old man faces four charges of attempted murder for allegedly shooting into three vehicles on Interstate-35 about 15 miles south of Des Moines, prompting a stretch of the interstate
Reynolds one of 13 governors to follow Trump’s red-dye diesel action
Governor Reynolds has issued a proclamation that follows President Trump’s executive order to suspend penalties for the use of tax-exempt diesel on public roads. The fuel, which includes a red
First debate between candidates vying to be Iowa’s next governor
The two candidates for governor debated for the first time last (Tuesday) night and while they were asked about property taxes, economic issues, and Iowa’s high cancer rates, they spent
Wisconsin reports new HPAI case in backyard flock
The state of Wisconsin has confirmed a new case of highly pathogenic avian influenza in a backyard flock. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection says the Racine
