A southeast Iowa pig farmer says economic conditions have gradually improved for pork producers the last few years. Matt Gent has a farrow-to-finish operation near Wellman in Washington County, and serves as president of the Iowa Pork Producers Association. “2023 was a very rough year for producers. The inputs were very high,” he said. “2024…… Continue Reading
A late-January thaw ahead for parts of the Heartland; welcome moisture for the Southwest
Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for the likelihood of near- or above-normal temperatures across the eastern half of the nation, while colder-than-normal conditions will prevail from the Pacific Coast to the High Plains. Meanwhile, near- or above-normal precipitation in much of the southern and eastern U.S. should contrast with drier-than-normal weather in…… Continue Reading
Ella Langley, ‘Weren’t for the Wind’ Lyrics Build Off Green Hit
It’s still early in the Alabama native’s career, but she’s creating a free spirit brand of country music that challenges the status quo. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
I Found the Best Way to See Alan Jackson’s Last Call Tour
That’s one way to do it! Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Renewable diesel boom leveling out
The director of economics for Clean Fuels Alliance America says the renewable diesel boom is projected to level out this year. Jonathan Martin tells Brownfield production and use of renewable diesel has skyrocketed since 2020. “There’s a lot of reasons for that, but mostly oil refiners are moving their processing capabilities over to renewable diesel…… Continue Reading
Foreign worker visa denials adding to farm labor shortage
Finding good employees is hard, and keeping them is harder, especially if the farm is relying on foreign labor using visa programs. Lately, farming operations have been experiencing many more problems with the TN visa program for professionals with education and training such as veterinarians. Karen Gefvert with the Dairy Business Association and Edge Dairy…… Continue Reading
Tennessee Volunteers Fans Are Pretty Mad at Jelly Roll
His recent appearance at a college basketball game has fans wondering which side he’s really on. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
‘Fed-Up’ Woman Gives Boyfriend of Seven Years Deadline to Propose
“Nothing makes for a healthy marriage like feeling forced into it,” one reader noted. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
The Fascinating (And Country-as-Heck!) History of Ranch Dressing
Discover the surprising story of how one plumber’s creation became a beloved American staple. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Did a Rival Store Just Throw Shade at Walmart Over its New Logo?
Walmart has a new logo and at least one of its competitors has taken to social media to call out the chain. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
