Business
IA Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship Receives Notice of Bankruptcy
The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship has been notified that Hansen-Mueller Co., of Omaha, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy effective Nov. 17, 2025. Hansen-Mueller Co. holds a gra...
4th St. Diner Thanksgiving Meal Reservations needed
This is a reminder that our annual Thanksgiving Dinner is scheduled for this Friday. If you have not already made your reservation, there is no time like the present to do so. Our menu is: Roast Turk...
Midland Co. Announces Expansion in Shrimp Farms including one in Belle Plaine
Midland Co., an emerging leader in land-based shrimp production technology, today announced two major milestones: the launch of its shrimp products in all Fareway Meat Markets and select Fareway groce... Cedar Valley Bank & Trust Announces Coulter Graduation Promotion to Executive VP
Cedar Valley Bank & Trust is proud to announce that Eric Coulter has graduated from the Graduate School of Banking at Colorado (GSBC) during its 74th annual session. The GSBC program is a rigorous 25-... Growing number of local food businesses close to 1,500 in Iowa, report shows
By Cami KoonsA new report from the Iowa Food System Coalition shows that Iowa has 1,461 local food businesses spread across the state.Coalition staff said the report shows the economic viability of lo... ISU Extension Revises Pesticide Training Materials Ahead of '26 Iowa Rule Change
Updated pesticide applicator certification rules take effect Jan. 1, 2026AMES, Iowa – The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship will implement updated pesticide applicator certificatio... Dairy Goat Management Seminar to Discuss Healthy Herds, Profitable Actions
The Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Dairy Team will host its annual Dairy Goat Management Seminar at two locations in December. The focus of this year’s seminars is healthy he... There’s still time to register!
There’s still time to register! Are you ready to take your herd's performance to the next level? Join us in Ames on November 19–20 for the 3rd Annual Iowa Beef Center Genetic S... Farm Financial Planning Program Offers Personalized Insight for Producers
Financial experts are available to help Iowa producers make important decisionsWith tightening margins and rising debt levels, ag professionals can play a critical role in recognizing producers' needs...
Urban Ag Webinar to Share the Basics of Hydroponics and Controlled Environments
Urban growers interested in indoor farming are invited to attend an upcoming webinar hosted by the Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Urban Agriculture Program. The webinar will take place...