News Iowa's derecho by the numbers The derecho that brought high winds to Iowa damaged power lines, crops, and grain storage. By Successful Farming Staff Successful Farming Staff The content on Agriculture.com is by created by trained journalists who have become subject-matter experts in their fields. You may see some content using the byline "Successful Farming Staff." The content is primarily from information or a press release provided by other entities – such as the USDA, a university, or agricultural company. The press release has been vetted and reviewed by a staff editor. The content is edited and changed to reflect the voice and style of Successful Farming. Successful Farming's Editorial Guidelines Published on August 13, 2020 The derecho that brought high winds to Iowa damaged power lines, crops, and grain storage. Here's a look at the statistics we know so far. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit