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Round up at your local Fareway to support Variety – the Children’s Charity

 Fareway Stores, Inc. is partnering with Variety - the Children’s Charity to conduct the ninth annual Round Up at the register from June 30 – July 19 at all 143 store locations. Customers will have the opportunity to round up to the next dollar or provide an additional donation on their grocery bill to help fund Variety’s mission. Dollars raised through the Round Up will provide mobility equipment to children living with special needs, as well as fund and deliver effective programs and grants to care for children who are underprivileged, at-risk, critically ill, or living with special needs.

Beef Cattle Disease Confirmed in Iowa for the First Time

Experts advise checking herds for ticks, parasitesThe Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship has confirmed a case of Theileriosis, caused by Theileria orientalis Ikeda, in a herd of cattle in southeast Iowa for the first time.Theileria is a protozoan parasite that infects red and white blood cells, leading to anemia and, in some cases, death.
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Forage Field Day to Focus on Summer Annuals

Cows grazing on sudangrass Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, in partnership with I-29 Moo University and the Northern Plains Forage Association, invites producers, agronomists and forage enthusiasts to attend the 2025 Forage Field Day on July 31 at the Western Research and Demonstration Farm near Castana.This all-day event will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and feature field demonstrations, expert talks and hands-on learning opportunities.

2025 Iowa Women in Agriculture Conference July 31

 "Sowing Our Stories . . . Beyond the Farm Gate" is the theme of the annual Iowa Women in Agriculture Conference at the FFA Enrichment Center in Ankeny on July 31. The conference will explore the challenges of agriculture's evolving financial and trade climate, including: * Commodity market scenarios and advice* Soil and water quality initiatives* Lender's outlook for 2025-26* Prospects for a new farm bill, tariffs, and taxes* Latest on land values and transition planning* Ag community building/storytelling* Role of women in a dynamic ag industryThe Conference kicks off at 8:15 a.

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Clickstop Earns Spot on Inc. Magazine’s 2025 Best Workplaces List

For the fourth time, Clickstop has been recognized as one of Inc. magazine’s Best Workplaces, solidifying its reputation as a standout employer in the nation. The honor celebrates companies that have built exceptional workplaces and vibrant cultures that support their teams and drive business success.The award process involved a detailed employee survey conducted by Quantum Workplace, covering critical elements such as management effectiveness, professional development, and overall company culture.

ISU Extension and Outreach to Host Strip-Till Field Day July 30

Farmers will have an opportunity to see various strip-till bars in action during the Strip-Till Field Day near Crawfordsville on July 30.Iowa continues to see an increasing number of acres of strip-tillage each year. “The goal of this field day is to increase awareness of strip-tillage as a conservation practice to help reduce erosion, improve soil health, protect water quality and complement cover-cropping systems,” said Rebecca Vittetoe, extension field agronomist with Iowa State University.

Naig Announces Grants for 90 Projects to Improve Consumer Access to E15 in Iowa

Iowa fuel stations in 48 counties to receive cost-share grants totaling more than $1.23 million through the Renewable Fuels Infrastructure ProgramIowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig announced that the Iowa Renewable Fuels Infrastructure Program (RFIP) Board recently approved an additional 90 applications from Iowa fuel retailers to support new and expanded ethanol infrastructure projects.
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Weed Science Field Day Is July 2 at Curtiss Farm

The science of weed control will be the main topic at the July 2 Weed Science Field Day at Iowa State University’s Curtiss Farm.The Weed Science Field Day is organized by the ISU Extension and Outreach Weed Science program. The event will feature field plot tours, presentations and demonstrations on weed management practices and herbicide programs.

Haying Equipment Demonstration Planned at NICC Dairy Center June 23

June 23 event will feature equipment options for area hay producersIowa State University Extension and Outreach, in partnership with Northeast Iowa Community College, is hosting an equipment demonstration field day June 23, focusing on hay equipment.The event will be held at the NICC Dairy Center, 1527 Highway 150, Calmar, and will feature different haying equipment throughout the day.
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