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United Soybean Board focused on growth, research, and innovation in 2027
The new CEO of the United Soybean Board says the organization is focused on creating new market opportunities for U.S. soy in 2027. Courtney Knupp says growing domestic demand is just
Exports, demand help support pork prices amid profitability concerns
An ag economist says the pork industry has reasons for optimism, but challenges remain. Matt Erickson with Terrain there are a few factors helping support prices. “Exports still remain above
Seasonal warmth to extreme heat covers much of the Plains; showers & storms overspread parts of the Corn Belt
Across the Corn Belt, beneficial rain from the Mississippi Valley westward is helping to stabilize crop conditions that had deteriorated during the recent hot, dry spell. In the western Corn
Iowa community festivals this weekend feature burgers, corn, jazz
The online “Iowa Festivals Guide” indicates hundreds of community celebrations have been scheduled during the summer of 2026, and more than a dozen are this weekend. That includes one organized
Iowa sheriff warns tall corn obstructs views at rural intersections
A northwest Iowa sheriff says deputies have recently responded to collisions at rural intersections where the height of corn is obscuring the view of approaching vehicles. Sioux County Sheriff Nate
Culpepper and Merriweather Circus Coming to Hawarden Saturday
The Culpepper and Merriweather Circus will bring its big top to Hawarden Saturday, August 1, for two family-friendly performances. Two Shows Under the Big Top Shows are scheduled for 2:00
No Injuries After Train Collides with Corn-Laden Semi Near Hartley
(KUOO / KTIV) — No injuries were reported after a train collided with a semi Tuesday afternoon near Hartley, cutting the truck’s corn-filled trailer in half. Authorities say 58-year-old Thomas
Weekly rains needed to finish soybean crop strong
August weather can make or break a soybean crop, and Andre Reis, a soybean specialist at the University of Missouri Extension, says he’s optimistic about how the month is expected
After massive fire, AgriStar plans to rebuild plant in Postville
The company that owns a northeast Iowa meat processing plant plans to rebuild after this week’s massive fire the AgriStar plant in Postville. The fire chief in Postville says the
Valley Pullers Donates $3,000 to NCC After Thunder in the Valley Support
Valley Pullers, Inc. has donated $3,000 to Northwest Iowa Community College in recognition of the volunteer support provided by students in NCC’s Heavy Equipment Operation and Maintenance program. The students
