August 19, 2024

U.S. soy strong on the global stage

A leader with the Iowa Soybean Association says global demand for U.S. soy remains strong. At-Large board member Tim Bardole tells Brownfield farmers need to continue producing high quality soybean meal to remain the preferred source of plant-based protein for animal agriculture. “A couple months ago I was at a conference in Indonesia with about […] The post U.S. soy strong on the global stage appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

Iowa motorists may need a refresher course on passing school buses

Some Iowa schools are already back in session, while most others will be resuming soon, and motorists are being reminded to stay vigilant for young pedestrians, and for those big, yellow school buses. Page County Sheriff Lyle Palmer says if you’re behind the wheel and spot a bus, take the cue to be watchful for […] View Full Story

Vilsack praises Biden for ending bid for a second term

Former Iowa Governor Tom Vilsack is reminiscing about his long time connection to President Joe Biden. “I got started working in politics in 1986 working for then Senator Biden, who was running for president. He said: ‘The penalty for not getting involved is that people less qualified than you end up governing you.’ Oh my […] View Full Story

Iowa Democratic National Convention delegates arrive in Chicago via Amtrak

About half the Iowa delegates at this week’s Democratic National Convention made the trip to Chicago aboard Amtrak. Gregory Christensen, vice chair of the Iowa Democratic Party, was temporarily called “the conductor” by his fellow travelers because it was his idea. “I was trying to think of a fun way for our delegates to get […] View Full Story