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Thursday, September 12, 2019 - 16:22Save a Life: Use a Tractor with Rollover Protective Structure
Charles Schwab, J. Gordon Arbuckle Jr.
A leading cause of agriculture fatalities is rollovers of tractors without rollover protective structures. Even more heartbreaking is knowing that the majority of these accidents are preventable.
Wednesday, September 11, 2019 - 15:08Yard and Garden: Planting Spring-Flowering Bulbs
Richard Jauron, Willy Klein
October is the best time to plant tulip and other spring-flowering bulbs. Make your selections and purchase bulbs, then follow the planting recommendations of ISU Extension and Outreach horticulturists to color your spring garden with floral beauty.
Wednesday, September 11, 2019 - 14:46Remember to Share Iowa Roads This Fall
Charles Schwab
There is an increase in farm vehicle traffic on Iowa roadways during harvest. So, it is not surprising that this is the time of year when there are also more agricultural collisions on highways and county roads.
Wednesday, September 11, 2019 - 11:46Forestry Field Days Planned across Iowa This Fall
Billy Beck
Iowans interested in the care of trees, forests and natural resources should consider attending a forestry field day this fall, held by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach and various public and private partners. Six field days are planned for October, with the first Oct. 1 at the Shimek State Forest in Lee County.
Tuesday, September 10, 2019 - 13:46Corn Silage Tips
Hugo Ramirez Ramirez, Denise Schwab
With the limited hay crops in some areas this summer, beef producers may want to consider harvesting corn silage to supplement the cow herd this winter. Hugo Ramirez Ramirez, Iowa State University dairy specialist, shares his top five priorities for making quality silage.
Tuesday, September 10, 2019 - 08:47Extra Riders on Tractors Are a High Risk for Fatality
Charles Schwab
During National Farm Safety and Health Week, Sept. 15-21, as well as during fall harvest and the year to come, please persuade others to keep children safe by not allowing extra riders on tractors.
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