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Corteva confirms layoffs in Johnston, Iowa

Corteva Agriscience has confirmed some upcoming layoffs at its Johnston, Iowa location. According to Iowa Workforce Development data, approximately 44 employees will be laid off next month. In a statement to Brownfield, a Corteva spokesperson said the company regularly evaluates the organization and at... Read More.

Potential consequences of USDA funding freeze and layoffs

The president of Iowa Farmers Union is concerned government funding freezes and layoffs will have short and long-term consequences for agriculture. Aaron Lehman says some of the firings at USDA could have lasting impacts. “Research, farmer conservation contracts not being honored, weather services, access... Read More.

Ag Secretary Rollins addresses USDA layoffs, talks strategy moving forward

The Secretary of Agriculture says the USDA is working to reinstate critical department employees following sweeping layoffs. Brooke Rollins tells Brownfield, “There has been some significant reinstatement on both sides.”  “Whether it’s in the avian flu, the scientific research, those who serve the farmers and... Read More.

Kansas Cattlemen CEO not too concerned about USDA layoffs at NBAF

The CEO of the Kansas Cattlemen’s Association says he doesn’t expect recent layoffs within USDA’s National Bio and Agro Defense Facility (NBAF) to disrupt day-to-day operations. Matthew Steele tells Brownfield not much has been released publicly about the layoffs. “My understanding was there were... Read More.

John Deere confirms 119 layoffs in Ankeny, Iowa

John Deere is planning a workforce reduction at its Des Moines Works plant in Ankeny, Iowa. In a statement to Brownfield, Deere says 119 employees are losing their jobs as part of a three-group layoff throughout March and April. The company says the layoffs... Read More.

Many unknowns for ag following USDA layoffs

There are many unknowns for agriculture following sweeping layoffs at USDA. State Senator Aric Putnam chairs the Minnesota Senate Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband, and Rural Development Committee and says he recently hosted a hearing on federal funding and policy with Minnesota Department of Ag Commissioner... Read More.

Hutchinson Regional Medical Center Announces Layoffs

By Lucky Kidd, Ad Astra Radio   HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Hutchinson Regional Medical Center announced Monday it's laying off 85 employees. In a Statement, HRMC officials said the job reduction was a direct result of the healthcare landscape being profoundly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, increasing... Read More.