Iowa's Water: It Doesn't Have to Be This Way
Dr. David Cwiertny will provide an overview of the current state of Iowa's water resources, the need for state-funded IIHR real-time water monitoring, and examples of how other states are doing a better job cleaning up their water.
3 hours ago2 min read
Op-Ed: Save Our Bacon Act Threatens Farmers, Consumers, and Food Safety
The EATS/Save Our Bacon Act would nullify California Proposition 12, passed in 2018 with 63% of California voters. Prop 12 requires pork products sold – in that state only – to be raised in gestation-free crates.
3 days ago3 min read
Tell Senators Ernst and Grassley - No EATS/Save Our Bacon Act Amendment in the Farm Bill!
Tell Senators Grassley and Ernst - No EATS/Save Our Bacon Act in Farm Bill!
Jun 182 min read
They Just Couldn't Do It
What appeared to be a low hanging fruit during this year’s state legislative session – restored funding for the University of Iowa IIHR real-time nitrate water sensor program – became a major battle with Iowans on the losing end. A 2:00 am last-minute budget bill amendment diverted expected IIHR money to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources instead.
May 207 min read
RAPID RESPONSE ACTION ALERT – Take Action on Farm Bill Now!
U.S. Representatives are now poised to vote on the Farm Bill and several amendments are being voted upon now.
Apr 301 min read