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National Farm Safety & Health Week

National Farm Safety & Health Week is September 21st through September 25th. An annual observance in farm safety and health…

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Ag Matter: Fuel Prices Likely to Go Up

Diesel fuel is at an all-time high of more than six dollars a gallon as farmers begin a busy harvest…

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Senate Leader Open to Diesel Export Ban

Senate Majority Leader John Thune says he is open to considering a ban on U.S. diesel exports as prices reach…

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House Passes AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act

The House has passed a bill that would require AM radio access in new vehicles, sending the legislation to the…

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Farmer Mental Health IS IMPORTANT

Farmers face significantly higher rates, upwards of 2-5x greater, of stress, anxiety, depression, and suicide compared to the general population…

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Ag Matters: Farm Bill Passes Committee Leaving Prop 12 Fight for Senate

The Senate Agriculture Committee has advanced its version of the Farm Bill on a 12-to-11 party-line vote, but a dispute…

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Can the grid keep up?

More data centers are bringing new challenges for utilities across rural America. Jim Matheson, the CEO of the National Rural…

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U.S. Pork Exports Remain Ahead of Last Year

U.S. pork exports remained ahead of last year’s pace through the first seven months of 2026, despite a slowdown in…

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IRS announces extension of tax relief for farmers and ranchers affected by drought

The Internal Revenue Service on September 15th issued guidance that provides an extension of tax relief for farmers and ranchers…

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Ag Matters: David Cook, President of Iowa State University

David Cook, President of Iowa State University, was present at the Borlaug Learning Center and Northeast Research Farm for their…

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Naig Boasts Iowa’s Cover Crop Enrollment

Iowa Ag Secretary Mike Naig says the state’s farmers are embracing cover crops at a record pace. He comments, “We…

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Tractor Rollover in Butler County

On Monday, emergency response was called to a tractor rollover on County Road C-13 east of Birch Avenue in Butler…

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Fuel Costs Add Pressure Through Transportation Surcharges

High fuel prices are creating another financial headache for farmers through transportation surcharges that can ultimately reduce the price producers…

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Ag Matters: Judge Vaden on Investments in Iowa Research

Nashua had a large crowd on September 10th for the 50th Anniversary of the Northeast Research Facility. It reined in…

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A proclamation to allow farmers to haul heavier loads

Governor Kim Reynolds has signed a proclamation allowing farmers to haul heavier loads of grain, fertilizer, and manure on Iowa…

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Share the roadway this harvest season

Harvest is well underway in many parts of rural America. Dan Neenan, director of the National Education Center for Agricultural…

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American farmers taking a stand on fertilizer prices

On September 11th a hearing gathered over 170 farmers from 13 states representing various commodities to address the unfair fertilizer…

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Ag Matters: Kay Connelly, Vital to Nashua Research Facility

There was a fair amount of learning that took place at the 50th Anniversary of the Borlaug Learning Center and…

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China Steps Up U.S. Soybean Purchases Ahead of Xi Visit

China purchased about 1 million metric tons of U.S. soybeans last week, providing a boost to American growers as harvest…

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New 45Z Guidance Opens Opportunities for Farmers, Biofuel Producers

New federal guidance on the 45Z Clean Fuel Production Tax Credit could give farmers greater opportunities to benefit from crops…

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