June 10 Deadline Fast Approaching for SBA’s $1 Million Patriot Pitch Competition

U.S. SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
June 4, 2026 11:50 am

Great Plains Region - The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) proudly announces the Freedom 250: Patriot Pitch Competition, a national celebration of 250 years of American free enterprise and the small businesses that drive innovation, create jobs, and generate economic growth.

Secretary Naig Applauds Signing of Bipartisan Iowa Farm Act

IOWA SECRETARY OF AGRICULTURE
June 3, 2026 11:45 am

Following the signing of the bipartisan Iowa Farm Act by Gov. Reynolds, Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig issued the following statement:“The signing of the first-ever Iowa Farm Act is an important step forward for Iowa agriculture.

Crop Diagnostics In-Season Training at Iowa State University SE Research Farm

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION
June 2, 2026 11:45 am

Farmers, crop scouts and agricultural professionals looking to improve their in-season crop diagnostics and scouting skills are encouraged to register for the Crop Diagnostics In-Season Training on June 23 at the Iowa State University Southeast Research and Demonstration Farm near Crawfordsville.

ISUE Launches New Program to Train Future Food System Leaders - Register by 8/1

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION
June 1, 2026 12:04 pm

The Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Food Systems Team, in partnership with Next Step Adventure, is launching a new initiative to help high school educators inspire the next generation of food system leaders.

4th St. Diner Menu for June

4TH ST. DINER
June 1, 2026 12:10 am

Flesh-eating screwworms head for American livestock

IOWA CAPITAL DISPATCH
May 31, 2026 4:05 pm

By Kevin HardySouthern states are bracing for a potential invasion of the New World screwworm that could disrupt livestock markets and raise already high meat prices.

Win Big at Freedom 250: SBA Patriot Pitch Competition Offers $1 Million

U.S. SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
May 31, 2026 4:05 pm

Win Big at Freedom 250:SBA Patriot Pitch Competition Offers $1 Million in Growth Funding by Brad Zaun, SBA Regional Administrator The American story of innovation is rich, complex, and wonderfully diverse.

Gov. Reynolds extends proclamation for ease of access to transportation fuels

IOWA GOVERNOR'S OFFICE
May 28, 2026 9:42 pm

Gov. Kim Reynolds has extended a proclamation to ease restrictions for transportation of and access to motor fuels. The proclamation is effective immediately and continues through 11:59 p.

Webinar to Discuss Pricing, Consumer Value on June 11

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION
May 27, 2026 11:56 am

Food entrepreneurs invited to learn how to improve their product’s value and maintain competitive pricingCottage food producers and food entrepreneurs can better understand what drives customer purchasing decisions at an upcoming webinar, “Make It Worth It: Pricing through Value,” on June 11, from 11 a.

Beef on Dairy Webinar Series Continues on June 16

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION
May 27, 2026 11:50 am

Webinar to discuss calf liver energetics and healthThe June Beef on Dairy Dialogue webinar series will continue at noon CDT on Tuesday, June 16, featuring Kendall Swanson, professor of beef production systems in the Department of Animal Sciences at North Dakota State University.