The race for agriculture secretary will determine the future of conservation funding and water quality policy.
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Should the state impose regulations on farming to improve local water quality?
September 22, 2026
Court Advanced Seed Worker Labor Lawsuit in IowaAgricultural operators must review compliance with federal wage and housing laws after the court's ruling.
September 22, 2026
Iowa Farmers Use Crops as Winter Snow FencesAgricultural landholders can earn payments by leaving standing corn or round bales to block snow drifts.
September 21, 2026
Iowa Expanded Nitrogen Soil Sampling ProjectFarmers in 26 Iowa counties can access free nitrogen soil testing as state officials double program capacity.
September 20, 2026
Iowa Farmers Raised Fertilizer Cost ConcernsAgricultural operators pushed federal officials to address industry competition after a sharp rise in ammonia costs.
September 18, 2026
High Input Costs Stifled Iowa Cattle ProfitsRising production expenses have squeezed margins for Iowa cattle producers despite steady market demand.
