Crops Information

News from Iowa State University Extension

New Publication Explains Meaning of Grain Test Weight, Unravels Misconceptions
(Posted on 11/23/2009)
A new ISU Extension publication, “Grain Test Weight Deceptions,” PMR 1005, discusses the purpose for grain test weight, how it can be used to determine grain value and how calculations can be deceptive.
Iowa Organic Conference Dec. 4-5 Marks Ninth Year
(Posted on 11/20/2009)
Iowa's organic conference will feature Jerry DeWitt as keynote speaker. DeWitt's work at ISU helped establish the nation's first organic research program at a land grant university.
Conference Will Focus on Agriculture-based Bioeconomy Solutions
(Posted on 11/16/2009)
Bioeconomy e-conferenceJames E Lovelock, called by some the paramedic to the planet, will offer the benefits of biochar as the first solution to greenhouse gases during his keynote address at the start of the conference.
Late Harvest and Crop Insurance Coverage
(Posted on 11/6/2009)
With harvest moving very slowly producers may need to request additional time to complete harvest from their crop insurance company.

Staff

Joel De Jong-Crops Field Specialist
Phone: (712) 546-7835
Fax: (712) 546-7837
Email: jldejong@iastate.edu

Resources from ISU Extension

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    PO Box 348
  • Rock Rapids, Iowa 51246
  • (712) 472-2576
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