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Ag Industry Mourns Death of Bill Northey
Ag Industry Mourns Death of Bill Northey

On Monday, February 5 the news of Bill Northey’s passing quickly spread through the agriculture industry, of which he dedicated his professional life to serving.

Iowa Foundation Heifer Award to Khloee Cannon
Iowa Foundation Heifer Award to Khloee Cannon

Khloee Cannon, Hawkeye, Iowa, was announced as the 2024 recipient of the Iowa Foundation Heifer Award, given each year by Iowa Beef Breeds Council and Iowa Cattlemen’s Foundation.

Bryan Whaley Named Iowa Cattlemen’s Association CEO
Bryan Whaley Named Iowa Cattlemen’s Association CEO

Bryan Whaley will begin his new duties at the Iowa Cattlemen's Association on December 4.

Father, Son Die in Northwest Iowa Farm Shooting
Father, Son Die in Northwest Iowa Farm Shooting

Authorities first became aware of the incident when a man called 911 reporting his son was shooting at him. Dispatchers also received a call that livestock were running loose and there was a fire on the property.

41st Iowa Governor's Charity Steer Show Raises $501,000
41st Iowa Governor's Charity Steer Show Raises $501,000

The popular show has now raised almost $5.5 million for the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Iowa since the event’s inception in 1983.

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340 Stakeholders Plead for Ag Research Infrastructure Funding in the Farm Bill

Congress's ag committees on Monday received a letter, urging them to prioritize ag research infrastructure in the farm bill. According to a report, universities need a $50 billion ag research infrastructure overhaul.

Robbins Named ICA Outstanding Commercial Producer
Robbins Named ICA Outstanding Commercial Producer

Robbins Land and Cattle Company, Scranton, Iowa, were recognized as the Outstanding Commercial Producer by the Iowa Cattlemen's Association.

$9-Million Loss In 45 Packing Plant Thefts Uncovered, Three Suspects Arrested
$9-Million Loss In 45 Packing Plant Thefts Uncovered, Three Suspects Arrested

Three Florida men have been arrested for stealing semi-loads of frozen beef and pork from packing plants across the Midwest since June 2021.

$80M in Funding Awarded to Roeslein Alternative Energy Partnership for Climate-Smart Project
$80M in Funding Awarded to Roeslein Alternative Energy Partnership for Climate-Smart Project

Roeslein Alternative Energy (RAE) and partners will use funding in a five-year pilot project to demonstrate a climate-smart future for corn, soybean, livestock and renewable natural gas production.

National Beef Halts Construction On Iowa Premium Expansion
National Beef Halts Construction On Iowa Premium Expansion

Rising costs have forced stoppage of construction on the expansion of Iowa Premium's beef slaughter facility in Tama, Iowa, the company confirmed Thursday.

“Targeted” Law in Iowa Ruled Unconstitutional by Federal Judge
“Targeted” Law in Iowa Ruled Unconstitutional by Federal Judge

Iowa’s second ‘ag-gag’ law, creating criminal charges for those who gain access to an agricultural facility using deception to cause physical or economic harm, has been ruled unconstitutional by a federal judge.

Seaboard Triumph Foods Faces Over $331,000 in Employee Back Wages
Seaboard Triumph Foods Faces Over $331,000 in Employee Back Wages

Over 400 employees of Seaboard Triumph Foods will receive $331,807 in back wages due to violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

New Iowa Beef Plant To Seek Federal Funds Through Biden Plan
New Iowa Beef Plant To Seek Federal Funds Through Biden Plan

The developer of a new beef processing plant targeted for western Iowa says the project expects to receive funding from the Biden Administration’s recently announced Meat and Poultry Supply Chain Action Plan.

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ICA Stresses Need for Custom Cattle Feeder Assistance

The Iowa Cattlemen’s Association has asked Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack to include custom cattle feeders as part of any upcoming assistance plans due to th eCOVID--19 pandemic.

New 1,500-Head Iowa Beef Packer To Open In 2023
New 1,500-Head Iowa Beef Packer To Open In 2023

Cattlemen’s Heritage Beef Company announced plans Friday to construct a 1,500-head per day beef processing facility in Mills County, Iowa, south of the Omaha/Council Bluffs area. The plant will employ 750 workers.

National Beef Will Expand Iowa Processing
National Beef Will Expand Iowa Processing

National Beef Packing Company, LLC, announced plans to increase processing capacity and production at its Iowa Premium facility located in Tama, Iowa. Capacity is expected to be increased to 2,500 head per day.

The steer raised by Rylie Timm and shown by Tate Schafer and Boone Myers was chosen as People’s Choice.
Iowa Governor's Charity Steer Show Results

The annual Governor's Charity Steer Show was held Saturday on the campus of Iowa State University. This year's fundraising total was over $254,000 for the Ronald McDonald's House Charities of Iowa.

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Iowa Directory Connects Beef Producers With Consumers

The Iowa Local Beef Directory will connect producers with local buyers and provide resources in helping shoppers navigate the buying process and connecting potential buyers to sellers.

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Thomson In New Role As Iowa State Animal Science Chair

Dan Thomson, host of DocTalk TV, is settling in to his new role as chair of the Department of Animal Science at Iowa State University.

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What Makes A Bull Worth $ Millions?

An Angus bull sold for a record $1.51 million earlier this year. His new owners might be giddy if his ROI matches that of recently deceased Hoover Dam, a bull that has sold 233,000 units of semen.

National Beef, the fourth largest beef packer in the U.S., has announced that the company's purchase of Iowa Premium has been finalized.
Purchase of Iowa Premium by National Beef Completed

National Beef, the fourth largest beef packer in the U.S., has announced that the company's purchase of Iowa Premium has been finalized.

4th Largest U.S. Beef Packer, National Beef, Acquires Iowa Premium

The move by National Beef – the fourth largest beef packer in the U.S. – to purchase Iowa Premium adds additional 1,100 head per day of packing capacity to the company.

4th Largest U.S. Beef Packer, National Beef, Acquires Iowa Premium
4th Largest U.S. Beef Packer, National Beef, Acquires Iowa Premium

The move by National Beef – the fourth largest beef packer in the U.S. – to purchase Iowa Premium adds additional 1,100 head per day of packing capacity to the company.

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Iowa Man Accused of Letting Cattle Die of Starvation

South-central Iowa authorities are investigating after dozens of head of cattle were found starved to death on property near Osceola.

Partially Delivered Calf Found Frozen on Iowa Farm; Owner Charged

Authorities say a south-central Iowa man was charged with livestock neglect after failing to euthanize a cow whose partially delivered calf was frozen.

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Partially Delivered Calf Found Frozen on Iowa Farm; Owner Charged

Authorities say a south-central Iowa man was charged with livestock neglect after failing to euthanize a cow whose partially delivered calf was frozen.

Keeping Grazing Herds Healthy is Focus of New Publication
Keeping Grazing Herds Healthy is Focus of New Publication

A new Iowa State University Extension and Outreach publication provides information on understanding and controlling parasites in grazing cattle.

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Deer Hunters in SE Indiana Face Bovine TB Testing on Deer

The fear of bovine tuberculosis spreading has deer hunters dealing with strict inspections in Indiana.

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Calf Thriving on Indiana Farm After Hot Tub Swim

A central Indiana farmer says the shivering calf he saved by taking it for a dip in his hot tub is now thriving with its herd.

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Indiana Farmer Saves Freezing Baby Calf With Hot Tub Swim

A central Indiana farmer jumped into a hot tub with a shivering baby calf to save the calf's life.