Local, State & Ag News
National Pork Board: disease pressure remains top concern for producers
The chief veterinarian of the National Pork Board says it’s been a difficult year as pork producers battle swine diseases. Dr. Dusty Odekoven says Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Disease (PRRS)
GT Thompson: NWS detection in Texas not what cattle producers wanted
House Ag Committee Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson says Wednesday’s detection of New World screwworm in southern Texas is not what the cattle industry hoped to see. “But we are prepared
Illinois hay crop off to good start
Several Illinois cattle producers say it’s been a good year for hay so far. McDonough County farmer Shannon Welsh, president of the Illinois Beef Association, says first cutting in his
Hail, high winds, heavy rain possible in SW and central Iowa
There’s an elevated risk for severe weather over much of Iowa this afternoon and tonight, according to meteorologist Andrew Ansorge at the National Weather Service office in metro Des Moines.
Producers advocate for policy changes impacting ranch operations
Cattle producers bring their policy concerns to Capitol Hill. Attendees of this year’s event are meeting with their state’s Congressional representatives and staffs throughout the day to share priorities impacting
Reductions in equipment tariffs won’t likely translate to farmer cost savings
An ag economist says tariff reductions on ag equipment aren’t expected to provide significant price relief for U.S. farmers. David Widmar with Agricultural Economic Insights tells Brownfield,” We haven’t seen in the
NCC Powerline Program Receives $15,000 Boost from North West REC, Basin Electric
Northwest Iowa Community College’s nationally recognized Powerline program is receiving another boost through a $15,000 donation from North West Rural Electric Cooperative and Basin Electric Power Cooperative. The contribution was
Campaign warns Iowa parents about the severe risks of e-bikes, scooters
AAA is launching a campaign in Iowa called “E-Ride Ready” which aims to help parents better understand the risks of letting their kids use electric scooters and e-bikes without proper
Sioux Center Police Department to Conduct Underage Alcohol Compliance Checks with State Partnership
The Sioux Center Police Department is partnering with the Iowa Department of Revenue’s Alcohol and Tax Compliance Division to conduct underage alcohol compliance checks in the community. According to the
Sioux Center Senator Jeff Taylor says Library Decisions Should Remain Local as State Review Continues
State Senator Jeff Taylor of Sioux Center says decisions surrounding public library access policies should remain at the local level as the Iowa Commission of Libraries continues reviewing questions tied
