USDA’s New Rule Protects Iowans From Salmonella In Chicken
To help keep people safe, the USDA Food Safety Inspection Service has announced they are making efforts to reduce Salmonella illnesses.
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Iowa’s Planting Season Is Still Behind Schedule
In the last week, Iowa saw severe weather with tornadoes, snow, rain, and cold conditions which limited farmers to 2.8 days that were suitable for fieldwork.
It’s Still Early But The Latest Crop Report Shows Progress
This week's Crop Progress Report shows an increase in days suitable for fieldwork even after the snow, rain, and cold.
Second Case Of Bird Flu Detected In Hamilton County
The second flock of birds has been affected by highly pathogenic avian influenza or HPAI in central Iowa.
Iowa Crop Reports Are Back As Farmers Start To Hit The Field
The first crop report for 2022 has been released showing an average of 1.6 workable days in the fields.
In One Week, 6.7 Million Birds Died From Bird Flu In Iowa
The virus seems to be spreading quickly. In the last week (Monday, March 28) there have been seven affected flocks with 6.7 million birds having to be put down.
USDA Grants Funds To Oelwein And Five Other Local Farmers Markets
Northeast Iowa RC&D is receiving a $420,000 three-year grant from the USDA to support markets in Decorah, Cresco, Postville, Oelwein, Guttenberg, and Independence.
Success Of USDA Trade Mission Could Benefit IA Trade
This week, the USDA wrapped up its first trade mission since 2020 to Dubai where leaders discussed achieving climate-smart agriculture practices.
Iowan Earns Key Staff Role in USDA
The USDA announced some key staff appointments on Wednesday, one being someone from Iowa.
Waterloo Is Trying To Scare The Crap Outta Crows
Waterloo city council and the USDA entered into a partnership at the end of last year.