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Cargill joint venture starts production in Eddyville

Qore, a joint venture of Minnesota-based Cargill and Germany-based chemical company Helm, has started production of QIRA, the world’s first large-scale renewable butanediol (BDO) made from locally grown dent corn. QIRA is derived from annually renewable crops and is an alternative to a fossil-derived equivalent used in the manufacture of consumer goods. The $300 million facility, announced in 2021,…

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Nominations open for 2025 Legends in Manufacturing awards

The Iowa Association of Business and Industry has announced it is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Legends in Manufacturing Awards. These awards honor up to four outstanding leaders in Iowa’s manufacturing community who have made a lasting impact on the industry through innovation, leadership and service. They recognize individuals whose dedication strengthens their companies,…

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Tippie appoints new associate dean of graduate and professional programs

The University of Iowa has announced Erin Nelson, associate professor of practice in management and entrepreneurship, has been named the new associate dean of graduate and professional programs for the Tippie College of Business. The appointment will take effect Aug. 1. In her new position, Nelson will oversee the college’s graduate and professional programs that…

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Iowa Leading Indicators Index up slightly in May

The Iowa Department of Revenue has released its Iowa Leading Indicators Index for May. The Iowa Leading Indicators Index increased to 107.1 in May from 106.9 in April. The monthly diffusion index increased to 68.8 in May from 56.3 in April. The Iowa nonfarm employment coincident index recorded a 0.05% decrease in May. The Iowa nonfarm employment…

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Oak Park is branching out with Canopy

By Michael Morain | Editor, dsm magazine Sometimes the acorn doesn’t fall far from the tree. The team behind Oak Park plans to open a spinoff restaurant and market just a block west. The new project is called Canopy, a riff on the oak tree’s branches, and is slated for 4001 Ingersoll Ave. in a…

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DMPS announces new leaders for 2025-26 school year

Des Moines Public Schools has announced eight new leadership appointments for the 2025-2026 school year, filling positions in both central office and school leadership. The new leaders include Josie Lewis as chief of talent and personnel. Lewis most recently served as director of human resources for Polk County and led her own consulting firm. Johanna…

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