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Three award-winning Iowa corn and soy farmers are calling for government regulation of agriculture to protect water quality. These industry insiders prove conservation practices boost profits while saving the environment.
A young Iowa farmer bought the land next door to his childhood home, turning a lifelong dream into reality with help from a state program designed to launch new farming careers. Colton Homan now owns the farm he'll work for the rest of his life.
Iowa researchers discovered farm ponds are filling with sediment 25% faster than expected, but their findings are leading to smarter conservation strategies. The good news? Scientists now know exactly how to make these vital flood-control systems last longer.
Seventeen students pursuing agriculture careers just received scholarships totaling $18,750, proving that investing in the next generation of farmers and scientists is alive and well. The Association of Women in Agriculture celebrated these future leaders at their annual AWA Day program in April.
Senegal's agriculture minister called Morocco a model for the continent after visiting farms and agro-industries that are transforming how African nations think about food security. The partnership could help Senegal cut its $1.6 billion annual food import bill.
A record 350 people packed an Iowa events center to honor local businesses driving regional growth. The surge in attendance signals growing momentum for northwest Iowa's four-county economic revival.
Iowa's annual Pick-Up Iowa program launches April 1st with a mission to beautify waterways, roadways, and neighborhoods across the state. Organizers are calling for volunteers of all ages to join the three-month cleanup effort.
Iowa State senior Owen Sawyer just became the first golfer in 24 years to win back-to-back Iowa Amateur Championships, capping his victory with a flawless final round. The hometown hero's historic performance earned him a shot at the national stage.
Caroline Tilton from Bellville just earned a prestigious Agricultural Leadership scholarship from Oklahoma State University, joining hundreds of students sharing in $1.8 million in awards. Her achievement highlights how dedication to agricultural studies opens doors to transformative educational opportunities.
India's agricultural universities have seen enrollments double in recent years, with women now making up nearly 50% of students. A new generation is transforming farming from a fallback career into a field of innovation and entrepreneurship.
A Milford, Iowa resident is celebrating the volunteer spirit that defines heartland communities. His letter reminds us that when crisis hits, neighbors show up without hesitation.
Egypt and the Netherlands just launched a groundbreaking agricultural partnership that could transform food security across North Africa. The collaboration combines Dutch farming tech with Egypt's vast agricultural potential.
A tiny endangered minnow sparked one of Iowa's most successful conservation projects, bringing back hundreds of lost wetlands and cleaning the state's waterways in the process. Now 57 fish species and 81 bird species call these restored habitats home.
In Bloomfield, Iowa, volunteers transformed an abandoned movie theater into a thriving community hub and continue quietly filling gaps across their town. Their efforts prove that everyday people stepping up can create lasting change.
A fifth-generation Iowa farm is proving that cattle, cover crops, and zero tillage can heal the land while turning a profit. The Smith family just won a national environmental award for their soil-building approach.
Iowa is putting more than $100 million toward clean drinking water over the next decade, with $76 million going to help rural towns upgrade their treatment systems. The investment responds to nitrate pollution affecting at least seven communities and 600,000 residents in the state's largest metro area.
China has caught up to European agricultural innovation after two decades of intense investment, signaling a major shift in global food technology leadership. The Netherlands is responding by calling for strategic funding to maintain its agricultural edge.
In rural Howard County, Iowa, 147 wind turbines generate enough electricity for 50,000 homes while pumping millions into schools, roads, and struggling family farms. This is how one county turned steady prairie winds into a financial lifeline.
A high school in Ghana's South Tongu district just turned its campus into an agricultural training ground where students learn farming skills that could launch careers. The Green Scholars Project offers free land plowing, equipment, and hands-on training to make agriculture cool again for young people.
Winneshiek County is celebrating 66 dedicated volunteers who mentor youth through 4-H programs during National Volunteer Week. These volunteers help thousands of young people across Iowa build leadership skills and strengthen their communities.
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