July 8, 2024

Economists concerned about the state of the ag economy

July 8, 2024

A senior economist at The Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City says the ag economy is softening. Cortney Cowley says it all starts with farmer concern over low grain market prices. “We’re coming off of very high levels, very strong income and so that can affect the outlook both for farm operations, agricultural lenders and then […] The post Economists concerned about the state of the ag economy appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

All things in moderation, including Iowans’ decaf coffee

July 8, 2024

Several health advocacy groups are raising concerns about cancer risks linked to a chemical that’s used to decaffeinate coffee, but a local expert says you can still likely trust that morning cup of joe. Michaela Eckstein, a registered dietician with Gundersen Health System, says a solvent is commonly used on coffee beans to wick out […] View Full Story

Expert says Iowa to see 10-15% increase in precipitation over next decade

July 8, 2024

State Climatologist Justin Glisan says most infrastructure like levies and storm sewers is not built for the type of torrential rain and flooding that’s occurring. “You look at 2019 with the ‘bomb cyclone’ and then the epic flooding along the Missouri River basin, all the Corps levies south of Council Bluffs were damaged or destroyed. […] View Full Story

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