Grist reports that as family farms decline and climate change impacts agriculture, farmers like John Boyer are grappling with land preservation amid rising pressures.
AMES, Iowa – As part of National Farm Safety and Health Week , Sept. 21–25, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is reminding drivers of all-terrain vehicles to operate with safety in …
(SBA) - Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig today invited Iowans to hit the road and explore local farms and small businesses during the second annual Choose Iowa Fall Crawl on Friday and …
(SBA) - As October arrives, fields around Sergeant Bluff and across Woodbury County come alive with combines, grain carts, and tractors. Harvest season means months of planning and waiting come to …
Sentient Media reports Iowa has the most factory farms, producing 170 billion pounds of manure annually, leading to severe water pollution and health risks, including cancer.
(SBA) - Farmers and landowners are increasingly being approached about leasing land for solar, wind, and battery storage projects. According to the Center for Rural Affairs, these agreements can …
(SBA) SALIX — Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig visited Port Neal Welding Company in Salix on Monday, Aug. 24, as part of his annual tour of Iowa’s 99 counties. During the …
Woodbury County Supervisor Mark Nelson and his family were honored at the Iowa State Fair after their family farm was recognized as an Iowa Century Farm. The designation recognizes farms that have …
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach specialists offer tomato care guidance following reports from Iowa gardeners amid variable weather (SBA) AMES, Iowa – Home gardeners across Iowa …
(SBA) - Young people from Sergeant Bluff, Salix and Sloan collected championships, State Fair selections, merit awards and top finishes across dozens of competitions during the 2026 Woodbury County …
Teaming groups of private landowners with federal efforts yielded measurable success, at least in terms of defending cornfields.
US sewage treatment plants likely don’t get rid of all the disease-causing protozoa, and monitoring discharged wastewater for it is difficult.
(SBA) - About half of farmers and ranchers regularly use artificial intelligence tools, like Chat GPT or Gemini, to support their operations, according to a report from the agricultural marketing …
Only about 1 in 5 of the Americans surveyed shop at farmers markets because they care a lot about food and enjoy buying, preparing and eating fresh food.
Reasons to be Cheerful reports on Local Ocean in Newport, Oregon, which sources seafood locally, reducing carbon footprints and supporting local fishermen.
Stinger Attachments reports on the lifespan of high-quality skid steer attachments, emphasizing maintenance and material quality for extended durability in various industries.
Sentient reports nearly 20% of Americans are drinking nitrate-contaminated water, which poses serious health risks linked to industrial agriculture.
(SBA) - Spring doesn’t arrive quietly in Northwest Iowa. It comes with the low rumble of diesel engines, the sight of wide planters stretching across freshly turned ground, and the steady movement …
(SBA) AMES, Iowa – Drones are beginning to play a role in Iowa agriculture, particularly for crop monitoring and pesticide application, but most farmers remain uncertain about the technology’s …
(SBA) AMES, Iowa – Iowans face a wide range of disasters each year, and preparation is one of the most effective ways to reduce risk. To support communities statewide, Iowa State University …