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Frosty sunflower. (Journal photo by Jennifer Theurer.)

Perplexity instead of certainty 

  • December 8, 2023
  • By Dave Bergmeier
(Left) Harold Stones is pictured with Franki Roberts and U.S. Sen. Pat Roberts in 2013. (Journal photo by Dave Bergmeier.)

Remembering a behind the scenes giant

  • December 4, 2023
  • By Dave Bergmeier
Frost collects on an empty feedbunk. (Journal photo by Jennifer Theurer.)

Net farm income expected to drop in 2023

  • December 4, 2023
  • By Dave Bergmeier
Feedyard cattle need acess to fresh, clean water during their stay in the yard. In times of extreme heat, high humidity or no wind, water becomes even more critical. (Journal photo by Kylene Scott.)

WASDE livestock report showed lower production in 2023 

  • December 1, 2023
  • By Dave Bergmeier
(Journal photo by Kylene Scott.)

Farm and ranchland remains a valuable asset 

  • November 17, 2023
  • By Dave Bergmeier
Photo by Dave Bergmeier

Veterans deserve our thanks

  • November 11, 2023
  • By Dave Bergmeier
Dr. Jesse M. Ehrenfeld. (Courtesy photo.)

Health care providers understand challenge 

  • November 10, 2023
  • By Dave Bergmeier
Dave Nichols (Courtesy photo.)

Legendary Iowa cattleman saluted for his legacy

  • November 9, 2023
  • By Dave Bergmeier
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