The World Food Prize Foundation announced the top 10 agritech startups selected for its inaugural Innovate for Impact Challenge, a global competition recognizing scalable, science-based innovations advancing agricultural productivity and sustainability. The semifinalists were selected from nearly 400 submissions spanning 65 countries. The top 10 startups — representing eight countries — bring a diverse range…

The Iowa Bankers Association has launched a new advertising campaign called “Iowa Banks. Your Partner through it all.” The initiative spotlights the importance of a strong, lifelong banking relationship. The campaign’s goal is to show Iowans the value of building lasting relationships with their local banks. “We know that evolving technology is rapidly changing the…

RMH Systems, a provider of turnkey automation, material handling, packaging and industrial scale services, has acquired Complete Solution Robotics, LLC (CSR), a robotics and automation solutions provider based in Loveland, Colo. This acquisition aims to expand RMH’s in-house engineering expertise, strengthen its regional footprint in the Mountain West and advance its position as a full-service…

The U.S. Small Business Administration has announced the availability of new Regional Innovation Cluster (RIC) funding of up to $7.5 million to support domestic manufacturers. “Our new RIC funding and ongoing outreach serves small businesses with practical tools to reshore jobs and critical industries, reducing our reliance on foreign suppliers and protecting American strength and…

RSM US LLP’s Des Moines office partnered with Roosevelt High School and Hubbell Elementary for its annual Volunteer Day, held on Aug. 1. RSM closed down its office for the day to help with a range of projects at the schools, including painting, landscaping, classroom organization and stocking the food pantry. Their efforts translated into…

The fifth annual Iowa Family Business Conference will feature Dave and Ryan Austad, father-and-son leaders of Austad’s Golf, as keynote speakers. As stewards of a third-generation family enterprise, the Austads will share how they’ve weathered conflict and crisis, redefined leadership and expanded their impact, a news release said. “Nothing rewarding comes without significant challenges,” Ryan…