Paige Douglas+FollowIowa startups get a big boost for innovationSix Iowa startups just landed major support from the state, fueling breakthroughs in everything from smarter crops to AI-powered business tools. Imagine stronger soybeans, safer hospital gowns, and even a way to recycle rare earth metals without harsh chemicals—all happening right here in Ames, Ankeny, Boone, and Des Moines. These investments mean more local jobs, faster tech development, and new solutions for farmers, hospitals, and even home design lovers. Which of these innovations do you think will have the biggest impact on our community? Let’s talk about the future being built in our own backyard! #Business #IowaInnovation #Startups00Share
Jennifer Reyes+FollowIowa’s new biomanufacturing hub shakes things upA $40 million biomanufacturing facility is coming to Ames, and it’s set to change the game for local farmers and innovators. BioMADE’s new site will let startups and researchers turn Iowa-grown crops into everything from eco-friendly plastics to advanced materials for the military—all right here at home, instead of overseas. This means more opportunities for farmers, new jobs, and a boost for Iowa’s economy. Plus, it strengthens our supply chains and puts Iowa at the center of the bioindustrial revolution. What kinds of products or ideas would you love to see come out of this new facility? #Business #Industry #IowaInnovation00Share
