The Iowa industry that built families and fought racism—then vanished
Iowa’s meatpacking history is an essential part of the state’s overall story. Here’s why.
Feb
2026
6
FARMING
Jan
2026
28
3 takeaways from Trump’s Iowa speech
The president made his first major 2026 pitch in Clive as his administration is roiled by two fatal shootings of US citizens by immigration agents in Minnesota. CLIVE — Amid widespread...
Dec
2025
15
Tapestry Farms Executive Director Ann McGlynn on bringing joy to the Quad Cities’ refugee community
Tapestry Farms provides resources to the Quad Cities’ refugee community. We spoke with executive director Ann McGlynn about how its mission has changed lives for the better.
Oct
2025
29
New report outlines impact of federal policy on rural America, from Iowa to Appalachia
The 2025 Rural Policy Action Report highlights struggles and solutions for small communities in Iowa and nationwide.
Oct
2025
27
Researchers call for stricter health standards for Iowa waterways
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources has just completed taking public input as it considers strengthening Iowa drinking water standards.
Oct
2025
8
Big harvest no comfort to Iowa farmers, who worry about another Farm Crisis
President Donald Trump is expected to announce soon that his administration will send billions of dollars in assistance to farmers.
Oct
2025
6
Report: Nitrate levels toxic to Iowa water
New data from the National Library of Medicine show nitrates in Iowa's waterways reached toxic levels earlier than scientists first thought.
Sep
2025
30
With pen and purpose, Art Cullen confronts Iowa’s agricultural water crisis
Iowa journalist and author Art Cullen penned a book about the state’s issues with water pollution. He’ll be promoting it at the Iowa City Book Festival in October.
Sep
2025
19
Iowa farmers are struggling without a China trade deal
Amie here. Harvest time is upon us, and Iowa farmers are supposed to have the third-largest harvest on record. Yet it all amounts to a hill of beans (literally) if nobody's buying them. Iowa...
Aug
2025
27
5 unsung films that dramatize America’s rich labor history
Hollywood studios and independent producers have long depicted the collective efforts of working people to improve their lives and gain a voice in their workplaces and the larger society.
