Crops

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help wanted Linn County Extension Director
May 22, 2013

If you are a dynamic leader and team player that would be interested in working to carry out the objectives and directives of the Extension Council, including development and nurturance of community relationships; supervision and coordination of county staff; preparation and interpretation of reports; organization and allocation of resources; interpretation and communication of policy; and development, training, evaluation and reporting on program areas than this is the position for you!  Applications are due July 1, 2013 or until position is filled.

June 27 field day crawfordsville iowa
June 13, 2013

This field day tour will feature a presentation on Crop Weather Outlook & How New Weather Stations Will Benefit Iowa Farmers.  Certified Crop Advisor continuing education credits will be available for attending the event for a fee. Please register by June 25th.

Hay prices
April 9, 2013

These are hay prices paid at auction in the recent past weeks. Most price information is obtained from USDA Hay Market News.

how to evaluate forage stands for winter injury
April 9, 2013

This winter, the crown temperatures have likely not been cold enough for direct cold injury to perennial forage plants, even without snow cover. While day temperatures have been warmer than normal for short periods through February and early March, night temperatures have, hopefully, been cold enough to prevent the plants from breaking dormancy. A significant concern are the localized, frozen, ponded areas. How well did they handle this winter? It is time to go find out.

seeding bare spot in pasture
February 18, 2013

Dry conditions during much of 2012 and overgrazing late into the fall have damaged many Iowa pastures. This is one method used to maintain existing pastures by doing some form of partial reseeding.

Weekly Crop Conditions report
Integrated Crop Management:
 the source for Iowa Crop Production News  
Iowa Crop Performance Tests
(ICPT)
 help farmers select the best hybrids & varieties for production conditions.
 
 
Private Pesticide Applicator Recertification
 

Soybean Extension & Research
- the latest research-based information and recommendations on soybean production in Iowa
Crop Soil Test
ing
form
Multiflora Rose Control

Cost Decision Tools
help you to determine pasture cost improvement, hay storage cost comparison, crop production costs and much more!

Agriculture and Natural Resources has to many resources to help Iowans. Get a list of them all here.

Statewide Resources

  • Entryway to crop production, soil and nutrient management, weed management, and ag weather information.

  • Insecticide evaluation reports and information on specific pests of economic significance to Iowa crop production.

  • Information that protects and enhances the economic value of Iowa’s agriculture and horticulture, by educating growers and the general public about plant diseases and science.

  • Grain handling, agricultural machine design, precision farming systems, soil tillage and management, and agricultural drainage.

  • Your source for comprehensive crop production news and information from Iowa State University specialists and agronomists.

  • The Plant and Insect Diagnostic Clinic provides diagnosis of plant problems (plant diseases, insect damage, and assessment of herbicide damage) and the identification of insects and weeds from the field, garden, and home.

  • Providing direct, unbiased comparisons of corn hybrids and soybean varieties, in a number of different environments.

  • Iowa Learning Farms is building a Culture of Conservation, calling attention to the importance of improved water and soil quality through conservation farming practices.

  • Comprehensive information on manure management, research and application for Iowa.

  • Daily 4” soil temperatures for Iowa counties to assist with crop management decisions and nutrient applications.

  • Knowledge and information that improves the efficiency of traditional commodity grain markets and assists emerging markets for user-specific grains.

  • Educating producers, consumers and policy makers in the research and extension activities in organic agriculture both on-farm and at Iowa State University.

  • Information on Pesticide Applicator Training, Integrated Pest Management, and related environmental programs.

  • Agricultural economics and business resources to help make sound management decisions for your business or farming operation.

  • 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.

  • Find resources on soil nutrients, nutrient management, soil sampling and testing, interpretations and recommendations.

  • Specialists have compiled a list of resources to help you prepare for and recover from natural disasters. Remember to take care of yourself and your family first; then deal with the things lost to the disaster.

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