Fertilizing forages, pastures improves growth
If hay is harvested year after year and not fertilized, production will decrease substantially.
Understanding the mystery of bird songs
As spring migrants return slowly in early spring, maybe two or three species per week, it's a great time to learn new bird songs.
We owe a debt to dogged journalists
Editor Susan Crowell salutes the gutsy reporters who earned the 2017 Pulitzer Prize, particularly Art Cullen of The Storm Lake Times, for his editorials that criticized agricultural leaders in Iowa.
Markets still stuck on USDA report
The grain markets are still focused on the Prospective Plantings Report, and some "new" news is needed.
Plant a Victory Garden
Planting modern victory gardens reduces food insecurity by improving access to healthy, nutritious food.
Do you think you know how Cooper’s mystery tool was used?
Do you think you know how Cooper's mystery tool was used? Give us your best guess and see if you are right!
Cost share assistance now available for organic farmers
Organic producers will be able to visit FSA offices to apply for federal reimbursement to assist with the cost of organic or transitional certification.
Balancing income, expenses challenges dairymen
Controlling expenses will continue to be an important factor in both short and long-term profitability of dairy farms.
Memories of the auctioneer’s song
In the end, no amount of “stuff” could ever equal Alan Guebert's father's good health, abiding friends, deep faith and 89 years to enjoy it all.
Always trust a dog’s instincts
“If your dog doesn’t like someone, you probably shouldn’t either.” So true!
