Local & State News
NCERC expansion seen as investment in the future of ag
The executive director of the Illinois Corn Growers Association says expanding the National Corn to Ethanol Research Center at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is monumental for the industry. Rodney Weinzierl
Diesel prices retreat slightly from September record
A fuel economist says over-the-road diesel prices have slightly backed off from their record high set late last month. Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis for GasBuddy, says diesel
Farmland value expectations reach record high in latest Ag Economy Barometer
An ag economist says farmers expect farmland values to remain strong according to the latest Ag Economy Barometer. Joana Colussi with Purdue’s Center for Commercial Agriculture says the long-term farmland value
Sioux County Data Center Rules Head to Second Hearing Tuesday
The Sioux County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing Tuesday, October 13, as it considers the second reading of proposed zoning changes governing data centers. The hearing is
Michigan State University completes state-of-the-art dairy research center
Michigan State University’s Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center is officially complete and fully operational. Barry Bradford is chair of dairy management in the Department of Animal Science. “The growth in
USDA raises corn yield estimate, pressures grain markets
A market analyst says the USDA surprised grain traders with its corn yield increase in its October supply and demand report. Don Roose says the U.S. corn yield increased 2.7
MOFB welcomes expanded dyed diesel exemption, seeks tax clarity
Missouri is expanding its temporary dyed diesel exemption to all motorists, aligning with President Trump’s executive order on diesel tax relief. Garrett Hawkins, president of Missouri Farm Bureau, says it’s
Proven Weed Control Strategy
Corteva Agriscience U.S. Agronomy Leader for Herbicides and Nitrogen Stabilizers Dr. Eric Scherder says while a program approach to weed control is not a new concept, it is an effective
Three Structures Damaged in Dairy Fire Northwest of Rock Valley
Three structures were damaged Saturday afternoon in a fire at a dairy operation northwest of Rock Valley, where strong winds contributed to the flames spreading. According to the Rock Valley
Iowa City area voters face $100M decision in November on a new jail
Johnson County voters will consider a bond issue next month worth $100-million for a new jail. The current jail faces facility and staffing concerns that may compromise the humane treatment
