A farmer’s right to repair their own equipment has been a hot topic in agriculture for a few years. The basic premise is large equipment manufacturers are keeping farmers from performing their own software diagnostic repairs or hiring independent engineers … Continue reading →
This week began after a nice weekend celebrating the Easter holiday with our families. This did not slow us down as we got back to work by moving Governor Reynolds’s appointees out of committee on Tuesday. These appointees included the … Continue reading →
NORTHWEST Black Hawk LakeThe lake is ice-free. Courtesy docks are in. Anglers are picking up fish in Town Bay, along shore near Ice House Point, and in the fish house. The inlet bridge area has also been productive. Black Crappie – Fair: Anglers … Continue reading →
Q: What construction projects will the bond issue fund?A: Projects funded by the bond referendum will incorporate work at both the JH/HS and Elementary School buildings. At the JH/HS, the original building (NE Corner) will be demolished to make way … Continue reading →
NORTHWEST Black Hawk LakeSurface water temperatures are in the low to mid-60s. Water levels are about 11 inches below the crest of the spillway. Expect shore fishing action to pick up as water temperatures gradually cool. Black Crappie – Fair: Fish are 8- … Continue reading →
Rainfall last fall and this spring has filled our soil profile to the point most drainage tile is flowing. Normal use to this point in the growing season is about 5 inches. Our rich Northwest Iowa soils have a crop … Continue reading →
