A seed technology company has developed a line of seeds that can detect pathogens and other stresses and signal these issues to farmers. Test plots will be established in Iowa this growing season. InnerPlant has created plants that emit light that’s detectable as far away as outer space. ...
BOONE — The population of Boone has changed little since 1925, said Mayor Elijah Stines. But Boone — now 12,400 according to the 2023 census, will grow — perhaps significantly — once workers begin construction of a proposed 750,000-square-foot facility to produce cottage cheese and ...
ROCKWELL CITY — Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig celebrated two area fuel retailers recently by awarding them both with 2025 Renewable Fuels Marketing Awards. Sparky’s One Stop, a chain of convenience stores throughout western and northwest Iowa, along with Pro Cooperative, a ...
KANAWHA — Curiosity powers innovation at the Northern Research and Demonstration Farm near Kanawha, which has served farmers for decades through field days and more. The Humboldt County Farm Bureau recently donated $5,000 to support the $850,000 capital campaign to construct a new, ...
AMES — Erin Good has stepped into the role of director of nutrition and health at the Iowa Beef Industry Council (IBIC), with a mission to bridge the gap between the farming community and the consumer, and “share the latest science” about red meat in human diets. Her tenure there ...
Growing fresh, local produce in areas without healthy water sources or fertile soil can seem impossible, until now — with AirFarm. Described as the world’s first inflatable farm, AirFarm was named a CES 2024 Best of Innovation Honoree, the second time it’s earned that honor. It’s a ...
FONDA — Downtown Fonda isn’t usually a busy place on a Tuesday evening in the winter, but things were different on Jan. 28. Representatives from Princess City Solar gathered at a building across from the bank to host an open house. They shared information about this proposed solar ...
DES MOINES — What sets a champion apart from the competition? It’s not talent, titles or honors. It’s a humble spirit combined with a relentless commitment to pursue excellence. “You can always do more,” said Chad Greenway, 42, an Iowa Hawkeye football legend and former ...
CHARLES CITY — Wendy Johnson grew up on a Floyd County farm then moved to southern California when she was 18. She started a large garden at her West Coast home, but felt like she could do more. Just not in California. After her grandmother passed away in 2009, Johnson felt a yearning for ...
ATLANTIC — As a college freshman at Iowa State, 18-year-old Callee Pellett splits her time between campus and corn fields. The former FFA member loves being in Ames, but does go back home to help with peak farming operations during the busier times. Pellett happens to be the first female ...
