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Virus found in Iowa hog population, possibly beyond

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Cases of porcine epidemic diarrhea (PEDV), a virus associated with diarrhea, vomiting and dehydration in hogs, has been found in Iowa and possibly beyond, U.S. government and private industry officials said on Friday. Full story

USDA says has detected virus in Iowa hog population

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - USDA's National Veterinary Services Laboratories has detected porcine epidemic diarrhea (PEDV), a virus associated with outbreaks of diarrhea and vomiting, in the Iowa hog population, a USDA spokesman said on Friday. Full story

Iowa lawmaker adds fuel tax boost to ethanol bill

A proposal to increase the state fuel tax by 10 cents has resurfaced in the Iowa House. Full story

Court sides with Iowa dentists in key billing case

The Iowa Supreme Court says insurers cannot impose price caps on dentists who accept their plans for procedures that aren't reimbursed. Full story

DNR Asking for Input on Proposed Changes

Changes could be coming to Iowa's hunting and trapping seasons, and the Department of Natural Resources is asking for your input. Full story

Iowa lawmakers approve economic development budget

The Iowa Legislature has approved a $41 million compromise economic development budget. Full story

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