IA Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship Receives Notice of Bankruptcy
The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship has been notified that Hansen-Mueller Co., of Omaha, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy effective Nov.
The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship has been notified that Hansen-Mueller Co., of Omaha, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy effective Nov.
4th St. Diner Thanksgiving Meal Reservations needed
This is a reminder that our annual Thanksgiving Dinner is scheduled for this Friday. If you have not already made your reservation, there is no time like the present to do so.
This is a reminder that our annual Thanksgiving Dinner is scheduled for this Friday. If you have not already made your reservation, there is no time like the present to do so.
Midland Co. Announces Expansion in Shrimp Farms including one in Belle Plaine
Midland Co., an emerging leader in land-based shrimp production technology, today announced two major milestones: the launch of its shrimp products in all Fareway Meat Markets and select Fareway grocery stores, and the expansion of its network of independent farms across Iowa and the Midwest.
Midland Co., an emerging leader in land-based shrimp production technology, today announced two major milestones: the launch of its shrimp products in all Fareway Meat Markets and select Fareway grocery stores, and the expansion of its network of independent farms across Iowa and the Midwest.
Cedar Valley Bank & Trust Announces Coulter Graduation Promotion to Executive VP
Cedar Valley Bank & Trust is proud to announce that Eric Coulter has graduated from the Graduate School of Banking at Colorado (GSBC) during its 74th annual session.
Cedar Valley Bank & Trust is proud to announce that Eric Coulter has graduated from the Graduate School of Banking at Colorado (GSBC) during its 74th annual session.
Growing number of local food businesses close to 1,500 in Iowa, report shows
By Cami KoonsA new report from the Iowa Food System Coalition shows that Iowa has 1,461 local food businesses spread across the state.Coalition staff said the report shows the economic viability of local food businesses across the levels of the food system.
By Cami KoonsA new report from the Iowa Food System Coalition shows that Iowa has 1,461 local food businesses spread across the state.Coalition staff said the report shows the economic viability of local food businesses across the levels of the food system.
ISU Extension Revises Pesticide Training Materials Ahead of '26 Iowa Rule Change
Updated pesticide applicator certification rules take effect Jan. 1, 2026AMES, Iowa — The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship will implement updated pesticide applicator certification and training rules beginning Jan.
Updated pesticide applicator certification rules take effect Jan. 1, 2026AMES, Iowa — The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship will implement updated pesticide applicator certification and training rules beginning Jan.
Dairy Goat Management Seminar to Discuss Healthy Herds, Profitable Actions
The Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Dairy Team will host its annual Dairy Goat Management Seminar at two locations in December. The focus of this year’s seminars is healthy herds and profitable practices for dairy goat producers.
The Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Dairy Team will host its annual Dairy Goat Management Seminar at two locations in December. The focus of this year’s seminars is healthy herds and profitable practices for dairy goat producers.
There's still time to register!
There’s still time to register! Are you ready to take your herd's performance to the next level? Join us in Ames on November 19—20 for the 3rd Annual Iowa Beef Center Genetic Symposium and dive into the latest on beef genetics, technology adoption, and herd improvement! Designed with the progressive cattlemen and women in mind, this program will include a combination of hands-on and classroom-style learning opportunities with the goal of helping producers with the implementation of genetic tools and technologies for improved herd performance.
There’s still time to register! Are you ready to take your herd's performance to the next level? Join us in Ames on November 19—20 for the 3rd Annual Iowa Beef Center Genetic Symposium and dive into the latest on beef genetics, technology adoption, and herd improvement! Designed with the progressive cattlemen and women in mind, this program will include a combination of hands-on and classroom-style learning opportunities with the goal of helping producers with the implementation of genetic tools and technologies for improved herd performance.
Farm Financial Planning Program Offers Personalized Insight for Producers
Financial experts are available to help Iowa producers make important decisionsWith tightening margins and rising debt levels, ag professionals can play a critical role in recognizing producers' needs for financial planning and refinancing decisions.
Financial experts are available to help Iowa producers make important decisionsWith tightening margins and rising debt levels, ag professionals can play a critical role in recognizing producers' needs for financial planning and refinancing decisions.