Experience Iowa's diverse natural resources-the prairies and grassland, woodland, wetland and waterways, and abundant wildlife.Agriculture and Natural Resources has to many resources to help Iowans. Get a list of them all here.
Environment
Local Highlights
Statewide Resources
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Publications and resources covering fish farming to pond management.
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Providing Iowans with an independent, authoritative voice on water resource issues affecting Iowa.
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A management approach for environmental enhancement of intensively modified agricultural landscapes.
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Research-based information and current Extension and Research projects on tillage and cropping systems, soil carbon sequestration, residue management, and cover crops.
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Information on Pesticide Applicator Training, Integrated Pest Management, and related environmental programs.
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The Iowa Soil and Land Use site provides data related to the agricultural and non-agricultural uses of Iowa land to help you determine the right use for your soil.
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Providing extension services on topics such as water quality and pollution control, hydrology and drainage, and remote sensing and modeling.
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Tree identification, care and maintenance, and timber management resources.
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Educating people about Iowa's wildlife resources so that Iowans can make informed decisions that impact wildlife and their habitats.
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Establishing watershed groups in impaired sub-watersheds throughout Iowa implemented through partnerships of farmers, extension specialists, Iowa State University Extension and agencies at the state and local level.
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Building institutional partnerships and increasing the capacity of citizens, educators, agencies and community leaders to better address water quality concerns.
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Iowa Learning Farms is building a Culture of Conservation, calling attention to the importance of improved water and soil quality through conservation farming practices.
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Developing new ways to farm profitably while conserving natural resources.
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Comprehensive information on manure management, research and application for Iowa.
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Find resources on soil nutrients, nutrient management, soil sampling and testing, interpretations and recommendations.
