Farm Management

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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.

Spring Field Day Tour at ISU SE Iowa Research Farm on June 27

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.

March 2013 Hay Price Update

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.

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.

Consider Frostseeding Pastures in February and Early March

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.

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AgMRC - a virtual library of specific agricultural commodity, business development and consulting resources for producers involved in value-added agriculture.

Iowa Farm Custom Rates

Iowa Cash Rental Rates

Iowa Land Value Survey

Farmers Tax Guide

Iowa Cash Rent Farm Lease short form Microsoft Word file or Adobe PDF
Iowa Farm Lease long form

Farm Lease Contract - lease termination and other legal considerations

Animal Diseases and Extreme Weather Resources

Cattle Heat Stress Forecast - allows you to prepare and plan to protect your cattle from the dangers of heat stress

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

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ISU Extension Agricultural and Natural Resources

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

Statewide Resources

Ag Decision Maker (AgDM)

Agricultural economics and business resources to help make sound management decisions for your business or farming operation.
Agricultural Management E-School (A.M.E.S.)

In-depth self-study courses and resource centers that provide management education to agricultural producers, educators and service providers.
Beginning Farmer Center

Coordinating education programs and service for beginning farmer efforts statewide and assessing the needs of beginning and retiring farmers. Providing support in financial management and planning, legal issues, tax laws, and many more services.
Center for Agricultural Law and Taxation

Providing timely, critically objective information to producers, professionals and agribusinesses concerning the application of important developments in agricultural law and taxation and a primary source of professional educational training in agricultural law and taxation.
Iowa Land Value Survey

The only statewide survey that collects information on land values in each of Iowa’s 99 counties. Current and historical data available.
Farm Financial Planning Program

One-on-one financial counseling, computerized analysis of the farm business, and referral to other extension programs or outside services that may be useful in farm financial planning.
Ag Marketing Resource Center (AgMRC)

The Agricultural Marketing Resource Center is an electronic, national resource for producers interested in value-added agriculture. Browse commodities and products, investigate market and industry trends, study business creation and operation, read research results and locate value-added resources.
Value-Added Agriculture Program

The Value Added Agriculture Program (VAAP) provides unbiased, science-based information to help establish or expand agricultural-related businesses in Iowa.
Farm Energy Initiative

Helping to make agriculture more energy efficient. Tips and pointers on equipment maintenance and operation, farmstead electric use, and fuel efficiency.
Annie's Project

An educational program dedicated to strengthening women's roles in the modern farm enterprise.
Iowa Pork Industry Center

Works to promote efficient pork production technologies in Iowa, maintain Iowa's pork industry leadership and strengthen rural development efforts.
Iowa Beef Center

Working to develop and deliver the latest in research-based information to improve the profitability and vitality of Iowa’s beef industry.