Northwest Iowa Continues to Lead State in Farmland Values
Northwest Iowa once again stands at the top of the state for farmland values, with Sioux and Lyon counties ranking among Iowa’s most valuable farmland markets, according to the 2025 […]
Tractor Destroyed in Fire West of Sioux Center
A tractor was destroyed in a fire on Wednesday afternoon (January 14) near Sioux Center. According to Sioux Center Fire Department Chief David Van Holland, crews were called around 4:10 […]
Hazmat Crews Respond to Chemical Explosion at Dairy Near Rock Valley
Emergency responders from across Northwest Iowa were called to a hazardous materials incident at a dairy farm west of Rock Valley late Tuesday morning. According to Sioux County Emergency Management […]
Old Parlor Meat Company Announces Expansion to Hull
A family-run meat business rooted in agriculture is preparing to expand its footprint in Northwest Iowa. Old Parlor Meat Company is owned and operated by Curt and Emily Van Grouw, […]
EPA Cites Orange City Feedlot for Wastewater Violations
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has reached a $20,000 settlement with Wynja Feedlot in Orange City over unpermitted wastewater discharges into a tributary of the West Branch Floyd River. EPA […]
ISU Extension and Outreach to Host Workforce Opportunity Conference
The conference brings together employers, community leaders, economic development professionals, and others who work to source, train, and retain workforce in rural communities. Fred Hall, Northwest Iowa Extension Dairy Specialist […]
Demco Announces New Brand Direction Focused on “Built to Move”
Demco is rolling out a refreshed brand purpose built around the theme “Built to Move,” a message company leaders say reflects both its heritage and its future. For more than […]
Sioux Center Fire Engulfs Barn and Hay
A barn north of Sioux Center was destroyed Friday afternoon after a fire that drew crews from four fire departments. The Sioux County Sheriff’s Office says the report came in […]
Webinar to Focus on Training Heifers for Robotic Milking Success
The I-29 Moo University Dairy Webinar Series continues Tuesday, October 21, from noon to 1 p.m. CDT. The session will feature University of Minnesota Dairy Extension Educator Jim Salfer, who […]
Elevated Fire Weather Danger Saturday
Sioux County Emergency Management is warning residents about high fire danger this weekend. Strong southerly winds, with gusts between 35 and 45 miles per hour, combined with dry conditions, are […]