Aflatoxin risk to Iowa farmers highlighted by researchers
University of Iowa scientists warn drought conditions raise aflatoxin exposure for corn workers. They urge farmers to wear proper dust masks when handling grain and storage bins, noting potential liver cancer and immune system damage. Contact Work Safe Iowa for guidance.
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University of Iowa
Iowa
U of I College of Medicine
Jane Gay
U of I
Midwest
Gay
William Popendorf
U of I Institute of Agricultural Medicine and Occupational Health
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FDA relaxes aflatoxin limits on corn for livestock feed
The FDA raises tolerable aflatoxin in livestock corn to 300 ppb from 100 ppb, while poultry and young stock face 20 ppb and breeding cattle 100 ppb. Finishing swine may receive 200 ppb and finishing cattle 300 ppb, easing disposal for farmers with rejected grain.
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Iowa State University Extension
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FDA
Rabies Case Sparks Alert in Linn County
Linn County Health Department monitors a Centre Point rabies case after a woman was bitten by a rabid stray cat near Center Point. The cat's remains tested positive. one dog and seven cats on the rural property were destroyed as precautions. The woman received five vaccine shots and was the sole human exposed. Officials urge avoiding stray or strange animals.
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Linn County Health Department
Center Point
Tom Hart
Linn-Benton County
Hart
Iowa City
Cedar Valley Nature Trail upgrades planned in Hiawatha
The Cedar Valley Nature Trail in Hiawatha will get a new entrance on Kainz Drive and a redesigned trailhead. Plans include expanding parking, trail realignment, landscaping, and a two week construction start. Parking remains available at the trailhead during work.
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Cedar Valley Nature Trail
Hiawatha
Boyson Road
Kainz Drive
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