Egg prices may rise 41 percent in 2025 says USDA
The Agriculture Department projects egg prices could jump more than 40 percent in 2025 amid record costs as the Trump administration details a new $1 billion biosafety push. Officials note ongoing bird flu risks despite farm measures and wild bird transmission.
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Monarch Research Project cultivates oak ambassadors in Iowa
Marion based Monarch Research Project plans to double its Linn County tree planting goal to 200000 in five years. Co founder Clark McLeod says oaks are keystone ecosystem supports and best for habitat and air quality. The group distributed 20000 native trees in October 2024 and aims to turn acorns into oak trees with a dedicated society.
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UI drops DEI living learning communities at Iowa City campus
The University of Iowa will drop three DEI related living learning communities in residence halls starting 2025 26 amid statewide anti DEI policy changes. The targeted LLCs include All In which centers on LGBTQ culture and identity linking members to campus resources and LGBTQ related experiences.
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Bill would restrict state funds to some libraries
Iowa lawmakers consider Senate File 238 to halt Enrich Iowa funding to public libraries that are dues paying members of nationwide nonprofit groups advocating federal and state legislation. The bill targets libraries tied to organizations seen as pushing policy from outside Iowa.
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