Drone Workshop Offers Farmers Education on Safety, Resources - Test Preparation

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION
April 25, 2025 12:09 pm

The use of drones in agriculture continues to be a popular conversation among farmers across the Midwest, and for good reason. Drone usage can help with capturing arial imagery during planting season, weed and crop scouting, spraying crops, locating cattle, documenting storm damage and much more, making them a reliable tool for identifying problems quickly and efficiently.

Clickstop Named a 2025 Top Workplaces USA Winner

CLICKSTOP
April 24, 2025 5:45 pm

Clickstop is proud to announce it has been named a winner of the 2025 Top Workplaces USA award by Energage, a purpose-driven organization that recognizes companies that prioritize workplace culture and employee engagement.

Michael & Dowd, 89 Year Run Comes to a Close

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
April 24, 2025 11:50 am

In 1936 a young lady took on the challenge of starting a business in downtown Vinton. If not the first, she was among the first women to open and operate a business on her own.

Benton Development Group Announces Frontier Co-op Expansion

BENTON DEVELOPMENT GROUP
April 23, 2025 11:17 pm

Benton Development Group has announced the planned expansion of Frontier Natural Products Co-op’s Belle Plaine facility, creating 16 new jobs and an investment of more than $30 million in Benton County.

I-29 Moo University Forage Webinar Series Begins May 1

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION
April 21, 2025 7:31 pm

The I-29 Moo University and the Northern Plains Forage Association have joined forces to continue the annual Forage Webinar Series from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on May 1.

Registration Open for May 1 Webinar: Business Planning for Urban Farms

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION
April 17, 2025 11:32 am

Business planning starts with an idea, but attaining a healthy, functioning business requires completing tasks that can seem overwhelming. In the newest installment of the Urban Agriculture Webinar Series, Alex Van Alstyne, food business education specialist with Iowa State University, will share knowledge and resources for understanding and developing a business plan.

Secure Sheep and Wool Supply Workshop Helps Protect Flocks from Disease May 9

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY
April 6, 2025 7:32 pm

Sheep producers are invited to attend Iowa State University Extension and Outreach’s Secure Sheep and Wool Supply Plan Workshop on May 9.AMES, Iowa – Sheep producers are invited to attend Iowa State University Extension and Outreach’s Secure Sheep and Wool Supply Plan Workshop on May 9.

GenoSource hosts Iowa Secretary of Ag Mike Naig

IOWA SECRETARY OF AGRICULTURE
April 2, 2025 12:45 pm

 In celebration of Iowa Ag Week and as part of his annual visits to every county, Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig visited Benton County on Wednesday, March 26.

Clickstop recognized as one of Inc.'s Fastest-Growing Companies in the Midwest

CLICKSTOP
April 1, 2025 1:07 pm

Clickstop, an Iowa-based eCommerce powerhouse, has once again been recognized as one of the fastest-growing companies in the Midwest by Inc. Magazine. This marks the 16th time in the company’s 20-year history that it has received regional or national recognition for its sustained growth and success.

Notice of Bankruptcy for Benson Hill Holdings, Inc.

IA DEPT OF AGRICULTURE/LAND STEWARDSHIP
March 26, 2025 4:41 pm

 The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship has been notified that Benson Hill Holdings, Inc., of St. Louis, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy effective March 20, 2025.