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Recent rains are quenching one of Iowa’s longest droughts
Over the past few months, the weather has largely been characterized by warmer-than-normal temperatures. Since the ground didn’t freeze as hard, that means the recent storms have been able to get moisture deeper into the soil. Iowa State Climatologist Dr. Justin Glisan said this is especially important considering the fact that we are now in our 199th consecutive week of drought in Iowa. Fortunately, we are trending in the right direction, as Glisan said that some areas of the state are now...
Tight beef supplies expanding opportunities for underutilized cuts
While lower U.S. beef production and tight beef supplies represent a challenge for U.S. exporters, U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) President and CEO Dan Halstrom says the upside of this situation is that more opportunities are emerging in international markets for...
Highlighting native wildlife habitats on Earth Day
With today being Earth Day, it’s important to be mindful of your impact on the environment. Taking care of your local environment and promoting strong habitat growth can circle back and provide many benefits for your farm. Practical Farmers of Iowa offers a habitat...
Iowa food banks rescue more than 27 million pounds of food annually
Iowa’s food banks make every day Earth Day in their efforts to divert perfectly good food from landfills and instead get it onto dinner tables for Iowans facing food insecurity. This Earth Day, the Iowa Food Bank Association announces 27.1 million pounds of food was...
Secretary Naig comments on latest E15 announcement
Two years ago, Governor Reynolds and the governors of other midwestern states chose to use a clause in the Clean Air Act to allow them to have E15 available for sale all year-round. Once approved, this circumvented the EPA’s lack of movement on having the fuel...
Landus Innovation Connector continues to promote modern ag technology
Ever since its construction, the Landus Innovation Connector has turned Des Moines into even more of a hub for cutting-edge agriculture. The events held there promote conversation and the development of the newest ag innovations. Brooke Blessington, Innovation Hub...
Utilizing microbes to fight stresses throughout the growing season
Indigo Ag has developed an innovative process to allow plants to help protect themselves against environmental stresses throughout the growing season with its line of beneficial microbes. Indigo Ag began as a biological seed company in 2017, with a focus on wheat and...
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Modern ag on the mall is coming to D.C.
With ag policies still in limbo and a growing disconnect between consumers and their food, it is always good to take the time to help tell the story of American agriculture and give our audience a first-hand experience in what we do. That is why events like Ag on the...
Upgrading technology and saving money with precision spraying
As precision ag technology continues to evolve one of the challenges is making new technology readily available for farmers at an affordable price. One of the ways that is being employed is by offering new technology options for farmers in the form of precision...
Tight beef supplies expanding opportunities for underutilized cuts
While lower U.S. beef production and tight beef supplies represent a challenge for U.S. exporters, U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) President and CEO Dan Halstrom says the upside of this situation is that more opportunities are emerging in international markets for...
Highlighting native wildlife habitats on Earth Day
With today being Earth Day, it’s important to be mindful of your impact on the environment. Taking care of your local environment and promoting strong habitat growth can circle back and provide many benefits for your farm. Practical Farmers of Iowa offers a habitat...
Iowa food banks rescue more than 27 million pounds of food annually
Iowa’s food banks make every day Earth Day in their efforts to divert perfectly good food from landfills and instead get it onto dinner tables for Iowans facing food insecurity. This Earth Day, the Iowa Food Bank Association announces 27.1 million pounds of food was...