Statewide Iowa — The USDA is rolling out a new insurance option designed for producers with small farms who sell locally. Read more
Iowa State University researchers joining $10 million #DiverseCornBelt project
IARN — Two Iowa State University researchers will join a five-year $10 million project funded by the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture that seeks to make Midwestern agriculture more resilient by moving away from the dominant corn-soybean rotation. Read more
Midwest Dairy finding new ways to reach students with dairy
IARN — Milk is a part of the school meal program, but not always the first choice for children at the lunch table. So, Midwest Dairy is looking for ways to weave dairy into other parts of the meal. Read more
Commodities Group Leader Says Focus Is On Iowa’s Infrastructure
Statewide Iowa — The new president of the Iowa Soybean Association says improving Iowa’s infrastructure is one of his top priorities.
Iowa soybean harvest 56% done, corn 30%
IARN — The soybean harvest in Iowa is now past the halfway point while corn isn’t too far behind. Read more
National Pork Board working hard to dispel industry myths
IARN — Misinformation is easy to find on the internet and across social media. Read more