Land auction volumes soar in Iowa

A farm real estate specialist says the farmland market has been picking up steam in Iowa. Jim Rothermich with Iowa Appraisal says auction volume jumped significantly in April. “I keep track of all the land auctions in Iowa and it was the second highest since I started keeping track in 2018.” He tells Brownfield volatility…… Continue Reading

Nebraska lawmakers pass bill creating new water agency

A Nebraska state senator says a bill recently passed by lawmakers could help ag producers better manage water resources. Tom Brandt, a farmer from Plymouth, says the bill will consolidate two state agencies in an effort to improve access and efficiency for services. For example, he says, “If I’m going to be talking to them…… Continue Reading

Many ag groups want 2023 WOTUS rule to reflect Sackett decision

Many agricultural groups are encouraging the US EPA to revise the 2023 Waters of the U.S. rule, not to repeal and replace it. The agency is currently seeking stakeholder feedback as it works on key aspects of the definition of WOTUS. Garrett Hawkins, president of the Missouri Farm Bureau, says the state’s farmers have dealt…… Continue Reading

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