Local, State & Ag News
Three Arrested After Search Warrant in Sioux Center Drug Investigation
Three people are facing multiple charges following a drug investigation that led to the execution of a search warrant at a Sioux Center residence late last month. According to court
Steen says consolidation needed in Iowa GOP race for governor
At one time there were five candidates campaigning for the Iowa Democratic Party’s U.S. Senate nomination, but two dropped out and endorsed someone else. With a month to go unti
Grain markets eye U.S.–China meeting for potential soybean
An ag economist with University of Missouri Extension says agriculture is still expected to play a role in discussions between the U.S. and China when the countries meet this month.
No immediate trade fallout after pseudorabies detections in Iowa and Texas
The CEO of the Iowa Pork Producers Association says U.S. pork export customers have yet to respond to detections of pseudorabies in Iowa and Texas swine herds. Pat McGonegle tells
Organic dairy producers challenge Federal Milk Marketing Order rules in court
Four separate lawsuits have been filed, claiming the federal milk marketing orders unfairly harm organic dairy producers. Organic farmers and cooperatives want an exemption from the federal milk marketing order
Fast planting season highlights ongoing soil moisture challenges
Dry conditions last month fueled a fast corn planting pace along with drought concerns in southwest Minnesota. Bob Worth of Lake Benton says there’s been a lack of soil moisture
Central Iowa tech manufacturer hosts one of the SBA’s top officials
As part of this National Small Business Week, the number-two administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration is in Iowa today to meet with a host of small business owners
Investing in Future Ag Leaders Through FFA
The Missouri Soybean Merchandising Council is investing in the next generation of Missouri agriculture, sponsoring proficiency awards at the Missouri State FFA Convention. Missouri Soybean’s Director of Communications Samantha Turner
Tank Mix Compatibility
Corteva Agriscience Market Development Specialist, Scott Pringnitz, says farmers have access to 1,700 qualified tank-mix partners to use with Enlist One herbicide to get maximum results for their unique needs.
Hull Man Arrested on 15 Counts of Possession of Child Exploitation Material; Previously Charged in Burglary Case
A Hull man already facing multiple charges in a burglary case is now charged with 15 felony counts related to child exploitation material following a separate investigation. The Sioux County
