To examine evolving farmer perspectives on soil compaction, the 2025 Farm Poll survey included questions previously used in the 2013 Farm Poll, allowing researchers to compare responses over time.

The Iran war is causing a spike in fertilizer and fuel prices; timing 'couldn't be worse' as spring planting nears and the ag ...

When he joined the Iowa Soybean Association staff in 1989, Kirk Leeds thought he may only work there a few years. A 1983 Iowa ...

A new report examines whether Iowa farmers, highly exposed to pesticides, are getting cancer more often than others in the ...

Iowa farmer Wade Dooley withdrew his bid for state ag secretary, citing demands of a statewide race and the pending birth of ...

A bill would protect Iowa farmers from criminal and civil liability for greenhouse gas emissions caused by farming operations, such as "cow farts." ...

Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig is inviting every Iowan to celebrate Iowa Ag Week, March 23-30. The weeklong celebration highlights agriculture’s many significant contributions to Iowa’s ...

Kevin Goodman died by suicide after the family farm transition fell apart. His widow and son share what went wrong to help other families avoid tragedy.

Some Iowa farmers question GOP representatives' support of Trump tariffs. Lawmakers say he's opening new markets, reversing years of 'America Last.' ...

New research from Iowa State University shows only 23% of Iowa farmers are using cover crops, despite it being a proven ...

With billions spent, is Iowa's water improving? Farm leaders say yes, but more work is needed. Others want changes — from ...

The Iowa Cancer Registry says its latest report shows that farmers across the state had 13% fewer cancers overall in ...