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Iowa is in the minority of states that offer no paid parental leave to state employees.
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Republicans in the Iowa Senate advanced a bill Wednesday that would limit lawsuits by Iowans seeking compensation for pesticide-related illnesses. Bayer proposed it to cut down on lawsuits alleging that farmers got cancer from being exposed to Roundup.
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After more than 40 years with NPR as a host and reporter, Renee Montagne is retiring.
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This episode unpacks the findings from the 2024 Iowa Farm and Rural Life Poll and explores mental health struggles among farmers.
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Over 20 years since their meet cute at a Practical Farmers of Iowa conference, a Grinnell couple was honored for their achievements in sustainable agriculture.
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Factors that affect John Deere dealerships also affect manufacturers that provide the parts for tractors. Low crop prices and high borrowing costs contribute to a declining farm economy.
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Bird flu and high supply chain costs contribute to a low egg supply amidst high holiday demand.
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Instead of regulating fertilizer, Iowa backs a voluntary program that has little impact at reducing nitrate runoff.
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Instead of regulating fertilizer, Iowa backs a voluntary program that has little impact.