March 27, 2025

New user guide can help with updated EPA labels

A new user guide is available to help retailers and applicators navigate EPA’s updated pesticide label requirements for the upcoming growing season. “It’s like a checklist to make sure you’re following everything you need to follow.” Richard Gupton with the Ag Retailers Association says the checklist can be used to apply Endangered Species Act-compliant products […] The post New user guide can help with updated EPA labels appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

Iowa paddlers need to stay patient as water temps are still chilly

Forecasters say much of Iowa can expect high temperatures in the 60s, 70s and even near 80 today and tomorrow, which will prompt some Iowans to pull out their kayaks and canoes. Sure, it’s spring, but Iowa DNR conservation officer Nate Carr says if you’re going out on the water, plan ahead to get wet. […] View Full Story

Bill seeks limits on which foods and drinks SNAP benefits can buy

The Iowa House has passed a bill that could lead to new restrictions on what Iowans may buy with federal food assistance. If the USDA grants a waiver from the current list of eligible foods and beverages, Iowans would be limited to using SNAP benefits to buy “healthy foods” including whole grains, proteins, fruits and […] View Full Story

Webster City lineman critically injured during blizzard blackout

A utility worker in north-central was badly injured while trying to make electrical repairs during last week’s blizzard. Webster City lineman Bryan Dayton came in contact with a live wire while working to restore the power. Webster City city manager John Harrenstein says Dayton is still recovering at an Iowa City hospital. “Our hearts and […] View Full Story

Iowa A.G. says sheriff’s post on immigration enforcement violated state law

Attorney General Brenna Bird says a northeast Iowa sheriff violated state law by saying in a Facebook post that his office would not cooperate with detainer requests from federal immigration officials. On February 4, Winneshiek County Sheriff Dan Marx, a Republican, said his office would assist with immigration-related warrants issued by a court, but not […] View Full Story