KOKX-AM (Keokuk, IA)

KOKX (1310 AM) is a radio station that operates in the Keokuk, Iowa region. It mainly features a mix of country music and informative content. The station is owned by Carolyn and Doyle Becker, under the umbrella of Riverfront Broadcasting of Keokuk, Inc.

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AFBF seeks farmer protection from PFAS contaminations

Nov 13, 2024 | radiokeokuk.com | Leah Jones

A leader with the American Farm Bureau Federation says farmers shouldn’t be held liable for any contamination of PFAS chemicals in their fields. Courtney Briggs, senior director of government affairs, says producers currently have some protection from an EPA enforcement action. “But they do not have protection from third party liability. There is a section […]The post AFBF seeks farmer protection from PFAS contaminations appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.
Ag leaders pleased with selection of Thune as Senate Majority Leader

Nov 13, 2024 | radiokeokuk.com | Leah Jones

Agriculture leaders are pleased that the new Senate Majority Leader understands rural issues. South Dakota Republican John Thune was chosen Wednesday morning to succeed Mitch McConnell, and Thune says he’s extremely honored to have earned the support of his colleagues to lead the Senate in the 119th Congress. Thune’s selection is being praised by ag […]The post Ag leaders pleased with selection of Thune as Senate Majority Leader appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.
NASDA discusses ag labor crisis at NAFB

Nov 13, 2024 | radiokeokuk.com | Leah Jones

Pictured: NASDA’s RJ Karney (second from right) discusses the ag labor crisis at the 2024 NAFB Convention in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Brent Barnett/Brownfield) The senior director of public policy for NASDA says he’s hopeful the incoming Trump administration will tackle the ag labor crisis. RJ Karney tells Brownfield the ag industry sees a […]The post NASDA discusses ag labor crisis at NAFB appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.
USMCA review scheduled for 2026

Nov 13, 2024 | radiokeokuk.com | Leah Jones

When the United States-Mexico-Canada agreement is reviewed in July 2026, new faces will be at the table. The CEO of the US Meat Export Federation says the USMCA has been really good for trade between the three nations overall. But, Dal Halstrom says there are some specific areas that will need to be addressed. One […]The post USMCA review scheduled for 2026 appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.
Shop in your local, rural community

Nov 13, 2024 | radiokeokuk.com | Leah Jones

Commentary. Rural, agricultural communities are critically important to the world. They are not only the source of the world’s food supply, but also critical to environmental sustainability, cultural preservation, economic stability, and social cohesion. As we head into the holiday season, please support those who support your community. There are many reasons to shop in […]The post Shop in your local, rural community appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.
AFBF expels Illinois Farm Bureau; lawsuit filed

Nov 13, 2024 | radiokeokuk.com | Leah Jones

The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) board of directors has voted to expel Illinois Farm Bureau (IFB) from its national organization. The vote followed unsuccessful mediation between the two groups after IFB allowed Country Financial to eliminate the Farm Bureau membership requirement for nonfarm insurance policyholders in Illinois earlier this year. AFBF says the move […]The post AFBF expels Illinois Farm Bureau; lawsuit filed appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.
Iowa Farm Bureau president eager to see more aggressive trade agenda under Trump

Nov 13, 2024 | radiokeokuk.com | Leah Jones

The president of Iowa Farm Bureau is hopeful the next administration will be more proactive on trade. Brent Johnson says the Biden-Harris administration took a very passive approach. “Trade has been ignored, it’s been on the sidelines for way too long. And farmers from across the United States are certainly feeling that impact. So the […]The post Iowa Farm Bureau president eager to see more aggressive trade agenda under Trump appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.
Direct cattle bids start to surface

Nov 13, 2024 | radiokeokuk.com | Leah Jones

Chicago Mercantile Exchange live cattle futures were mixed, getting ready for the week’s direct business, and feeders were up on the lower corn. December live was down $.37 at $184.02 and February was $.05 lower at $186.07. January feeders were up $.07 at $243.65 and March was $.47 higher at $242.20. Direct cash cattle markets […]The post Direct cattle bids start to surface appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.
Showers shifting from the eastern Plains to the Corn Belt

Nov 13, 2024 | radiokeokuk.com | Leah Jones

Across the Corn Belt, Wednesday’s Midwestern high temperatures should range from near 45°F in the Great Lakes region to 60°F or higher in the lower Missouri Valley. Producers are attempting to complete any remaining summer crop harvesting. On the Plains, significant snow remains on the ground across portions of the central and southern High Plains. […]The post Showers shifting from the eastern Plains to the Corn Belt appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: November 13, 2024

Nov 13, 2024 | radiokeokuk.com | Leah Jones

Dec. corn closed at $4.26 and 1/2, down 2 centsJan. soybeans closed at $10.07 and 3/4, down 2 and 3/4 centsDec. soybean meal closed at $291.60, down $1.30Dec. soybean oil closed at 45.18, down 105 pointsDec. wheat closed at $5.41, down 11 and 1/4 centsDec. live cattle closed at $184.02, down 37 centsJan. feeder cattle […]The post Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: November 13, 2024 appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.