Local, State & Ag News
Iowa cattlemen set up fundraiser for Nebraska ranchers reeling from wildfires
A group of western Iowans are sending help to ranchers in west central Nebraska after recent wildfires burned up nearly 900,000 acres in the Sandhills. Seth Smith, who raises cattle
R-CALF USA urges Congress to take action on M-COOL
The CEO of R-CALF USA says Mandatory Country of Origin Labeling is needed sooner rather than later. Bill Bullard tells Brownfield, “About 80% of beef is produced by the four
Middle East conflict squeezing farmers on multiple fronts
A farm management specialist with the University of Illinois says the conflict in the Middle East is financially impacting farmers that are already facing tight margins or negative returns. Gary
Farm economy struggles persist despite aid, strong livestock prices
An ag economist says U.S. farmers and ranchers are searching for positive news. Ernie Goss with Creighton University says weakness in the farm sector has been increasing. “A positive would
Pleasant Spring weather for most of the Heartland; unsettled to the north, northwest
Across the Corn Belt, mild, dry weather follows a brief cool spell. In fact, Monday’s high temperatures will reach 80°F or higher across much of Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska, and Missouri.
A seasonally active pattern continues for many; somewhat days ahead for the Heartland
Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for the likelihood of near- or below-normal temperatures between the Rockies and the Mississippi River, while warmer-than-normal weather will prevail in the
USDA program cuts cause ripple effects in Iowa, job losses
The USDA eliminated a grant program last week that aimed to help underserved producers grow resources. The now-cancelled Increasing Land, Capital, and Market Access Program began funding 50 projects in
Getting Ahead of Weeds
Corteva Agriscience market development specialist Dennis Holland says preemergent weed control is an important topic for growers. He tells Brownfield that controlling weeds before they emerge is imperative for farmers
From 78 to 3: Rock Valley Facing Tight Housing Supply After Flood
Rock Valley is down to just three available residential lots following last year’s devastating flood, as the city looks ahead to its next phase. Speaking on Daily Grind last week,
Volunteers are still needed for Pick-Up Iowa program
A three-month project to clean up Iowa’s waterways, roadways and neighborhoods will launch this week, and more helpers are needed. Andy Frantz, executive director of Keep Iowa Beautiful, says the
