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How Delayed Harvest Might Affect Ear Rots and Mycotoxin Contamination
(Posted on 10/30/2009)
The corn harvest is later than it has been any time in recent memory, and the prolonged moist conditions are conducive for molds to develop on grain in the field. The entire article by Alison Robertson and Gary Munkvold, Dept. of Plant Pathology has the latest up to date information regarding harvest.

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Quick and Dirty on: Drying Soybeans and Multicolored Asian Lady Beetles
(Posted on 10/29/2009)
Drying Soybeans: The short answer is this: Harvest works best (least damage) with beans 13 - 15% moisture. Lady Beetles: You can't help but overhear a conversation about the masses of beetles on buildings. Click on the entire article for more complete information.

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Harvest, Dry, and Store Frost-Damaged Crops
(Posted on 10/21/2009)
Options for harvesting, drying, and storing frost-damaged corn and soybeans depend on the plant's developmental stage when frost occured. Crop notes by George Cummins are also attached.

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Iowa/Minn. Drainage Forum and ICM Conference
(Posted on 10/19/2009)
New information on the Iowa/Minnesota Drainage Forum and registration on the ICM Conference.

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Grain Storage Tips
(Posted on 10/19/2009)
Factors and Formulas for Crop Drying, Storage and Handling.

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Crop Notes by George Cummins
(Posted on 10/15/2009)
A Periodic Newsletter for Ag Professionals and Extension Staff. Ag Chemical Dealer updates and Crop Clinics are included in the newsletter.

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Private Pesticide Training Schedule 2009-2010
(Posted on 9/1/2009)
Private pesticide applicators must be certified to buy and apply "Restricted-Use" pesticides on their own farms. This year there will be a $20 registration fee per participant charged at the door. The 2 hour program will begin promptly at the times listed.

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Commercial Pesticide Applicators Fall Courses
(Posted on 8/24/2009)
View Fall 2009 Courses for Certified Commercial pesticide Applicators.

News from Iowa State University Extension

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.

Events


Crop and Pest Management
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Pesticide Applicator Training
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Nutrient/Manure Management
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Staff

George Cummins-Crop Field Specialist
Phone: 641-228-1453
Fax: 641-257-1194
Email: gcumns@iastate.edu

Neil Wubben-Floyd County Extension Education Emeritus
Phone: 641--228-1453
Fax: 641-257-1194
Email: nwubben@iastate.edu

Resources from ISU Extension