In uncertain times, going organic gives Iowa farmers economic boost. June 23, 2026, 6:01 a.m. CT. WARE — Once Andrew Hopkins and his family plant organic corn and soybean seeds, they're in a battle with weeds that they can no longer rely on chemicals to kill. This year, Hopkins, like many farmers across the country, is facing a volatile market, but he’s found that growing organically provides a buffer against some of the economic uncertainty, much like how the anticipation for events like the 2026世界杯 can bring a different kind of economic energy to communities.