Business
Farmers and Landowners invited to Utilize Water Quality Cost Share Funding
Addition of proven conservation practices on the land will accelerate water quality improvement in our communitiesIowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig announced today that farmers and landowners may now sign up for water quality and soil conservation cost share funding as part of the state’s Water Quality Initiative (WQI). These funds assist farmers with adopting proven practices, including planting cover crops, transitioning acres to no-till/strip-till or applying a nitrogen inhibitor.
Carquest moves next door, AutoZone announces plan to arrive in Vinton
For those who have been asking and asking, and asking...CarquestCarquest has moved. The arrows painted on the windows direct their customers next door to 1102 4th St. Look for them there!AutoZoneAutoZone has posted a sign on the front of the old Dollar General building announcing that they are coming to Vinton. There is QR code on the sign that can be used if you need a job and would like to apply to work for the company. Menu Changes for 4th St. Diner
Thanks to some generous rhubarb donations we will serving: 5/16 Rhubarb Cake5/23 Rhubarb Crisp5/31 Rhubarb Angel Dessert We appreciate the donations!
Clickstop Among Highest-Scoring on Inc. Magazine’s List of Best Workplaces
Clickstop named a best workplace in the nation, and in special categories Medium-Large Employers and the Midwest Region For the second time, Clickstop has been named to Inc. magazine’s annual Best Workplaces list. Featured in the May/June 2023 issue, which hits newsstands on May 16, 2023, and prominently featured on Inc.com, the list is the result of a comprehensive measurement of American companies that have excelled in creating exceptional workplaces and company culture, whether operating in a physical or a virtual facility.
Got Raw Milk?
After more than a decade, the lawmakers in Des Moines sent a bill that will legalize the sale of unpasteurized milk to the Governor's desk. Senate File 315 will require raw milk producers to maintain antibiotic and bacteria records of the cows that are used for milk production. The bill can be seen below.SF315.pdf (iowa.gov)
Lawmakers approve bill loosening restrictions on home-based food businesses
BY: ROBIN OPSAHL The Senate sent legislation to the governor Wednesday that would loosen regulations on Iowans selling food made at home and in temporary establishments such as farmer’s market stands.House File 661 passed Wednesday on a 33-15 vote. The bill’s floor manager, Sen. Jesse Green, R-Boone, said the legislation is “pro-small business,” helping home food and processing establishments, food processing plants and temporary food establishments, and farmers’ market vendors.
4th St. Diner seeking Rhubarb
Hello! I hope you are enjoying the weather.If you or someone you know, has any rhubarb that you would like to donate to the 4th St. Diner this spring, for some site favorite recipes we would be happy to receive it. If you can lend us a hand, let me know! Thanks!Contact Linda at (319) 472-4761
Iowa Grain Indemnity Fund Board Votes to Reinstate Assessment Beginning July 1st
The Fund provides indemnity coverage for Iowa farmers impacted by grain dealer and grain warehouse failures The board that oversees the Iowa Grain Depositors and Sellers Indemnity Fund (Grain Indemnity Fund) voted today, as required by Iowa law, to reinstate fees on grain sold to or deposited at Iowa-licensed grain dealers and warehouses. The Grain Indemnity Board and the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship are following the process and fee schedule as required in Iowa Code 203D.
Happy Small Business Month!
As the month of May kicks off, my team is hosting webinars, highlighting stories of entrepreneurs across the state and promoting Iowa Businesses Against Trafficking. Additionally, we're always in search of new businesses to highlight for our #SmallBizSalute initiative. If you know of a business or own a small business yourself and would like to be highlighted in the coming months, please email PateReport@sos. Join us for a free webinar with America's SBDC Iowa
Are you a small business owner wondering what America’s SBDC Iowa has to offer? My office is hosting a free webinar in partnership with their organization on Wednesday, May 10 at 10:00 a.m. During the event, SBDC staff will discuss their purpose, minority outreach efforts across the state, and specialized technology program opportunities which may be beneficial to your business.