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2009 Iowa Farm Custom Rate Survey
(Posted on 7/19/2009)
Do you need to know how much to charge for planting, spraying, and harvesting? Look here for your answers!

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

Bob Wells-Farm & Ag Management Field Specialist
Phone: 641-673-5841
Fax: 641-673-0559
Email: wellsjb@iastate.edu

Mark Carlton-Field Specialist - Crops
Phone: 641-932-5612
Fax: 641-932-5662
Email: mcarltn@iastate.edu

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