Posts by jretzlaff
State program offering farmers insurance savings to plant cover crops
Iowa farmers are eligible for savings on insurance premiums for planting cover crops, which are known to improve water quality. The savings are offered through the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship’s Crop Insurance …
Read MoreIowa Revenue Estimating Conference forecasts 9% drop for FY26
The Iowa Revenue Estimating Conference issued its latest report on Oct. 16, forecasting $813.4 billion in revenue for fiscal year 2026, a 9% drop from the previous year. The three-member panel forecasts Iowa’s state revenue …
Read MoreLocal competitors achieve fundraising record at Wild Prairie Showdown
The Great Outdoors Foundation and ICON Water Trails announced the fifth annual Wild Prairie Showdown raised nearly $190,000 to support conservation and recreation initiatives. Held Oct. 16 at the Val Air Ballroom with more than …
Read MoreCorteva, AgZen partner to explore crop-spraying technology
AgZen, a Massachusetts-based agricultural startup, has signed an agreement with Corteva to explore the commercial potential of AgZen’s crop-spraying technology. The agreement includes evaluation of in-lab and on-field improvements of Corteva commercial products. AgZen develops …
Read MoreDrake University names new deans for journalism school, Bright College
Drake University has announced the appointments of Kelly Bruhn as dean of the School of Journalism and Mass Communication and Megan Brown as dean of the John Dee Bright College. Bruhn, who joined Drake’s faculty …
Read MoreDes Moines Art Center receives Prairie Meadows grant to revitalize Pappajohn Sculpture Park
The Des Moines Art Center has received a $113,000 Legacy Grant from Prairie Meadows that will support a campaign to conserve and protect sculptures in the John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park over the next …
Read MoreIowa corporate income tax rate won’t lower for 2026 tax year
The Iowa Department of Management has determined that the threshold has not been met to lower corporate taxes in the state for fiscal years beginning in 2026. Iowa Code provides for a possible reduction in …
Read MorePolk County to invest in water quality monitoring
Polk County announced it has committed $200,000 to continue water quality monitoring across Iowa. According to a news release, federal and state budget reductions in recent years have brought the future of monitoring and data …
Read MoreRecipients of American Planning Association awards announced
APA Iowa, an association of professional planners, planning educators, planning commissioners and planning students from across the state of Iowa, announced its 2025 chapter award recipients during its annual conference Oct. 8-10 in Ankeny. Each …
Read MoreLandJet names new CEO
LandJet, a franchise specializing in luxury transportation for corporate travelers with a location in Des Moines, announced the appointment of Ryan Landry as its new CEO. Landry brings experience in organic growth, mergers and acquisitions, …
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