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Cattle Producers Invited to USDA Listening Sessions on Cattle Contracts Library Program
The Cattle Contracts Library is a pilot program designed to increase market transparency for cattle producers, according to Beth Doran, beef specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. Organizers are looking for feedback during listening sessions. [node:read-more:link]
Livestock Producers Will Need Veterinary Approval for Antibiotics Beginning June 11
A veterinarian with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach explains the upcoming changes livestock producers will face when purchasing medically important antibiotics. [node:read-more:link]
New Food Business Center to Support Food Systems in Five-State Region
The Small Farms team with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is working with the Heartland Regional Food Business Center to connect local food entrepreneurs, food purchasers and anyone with a connection to regional and local food systems. [node:read-more:link]
Northeast Research Farm Field Day Is June 21
The annual spring field day at the Northeast Research and Demonstration Farm is June 21. Join Iowa State University Extension and Outreach experts for a discussion on ag markets, weed management and pollinator habitat. [node:read-more:link]
New Podcast Sheds Light on Iowa Weather
New podcast with the state climatologist and Iowa State University Extension and Outreach provides insight into weather patterns and their impact on specialty crop growers in Iowa. [node:read-more:link]
Vigilance is Key to Preventing Tick Bites
As summer approaches, an entomologist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach reminds those spending time outdoors to be on the lookout for ticks. [node:read-more:link]
Appanoose County Pasture Walk to Feature Cattle Grazing Topics
Join Iowa State University Extension and Outreach for a pasture walk in Appanoose County on June 13. Topics will include pasture management and cattle grazing. [node:read-more:link]
Cover Crop Field Day to be Held Near Coon Rapids June 13
Cover crop field day with Iowa Learning Farms and Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will be held June 13 near Coon Rapids. [node:read-more:link]
Cash Rents Reach New High in Iowa, Survey Shows
Cash rent survey for Iowa shows an increase of 9% in 2023, for a state average of $279 per acre. An economist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach says the new record is 3.3% higher than the previous record set in 2013, when rent was $270 per acre. [node:read-more:link]
Strategic Considerations for Choosing a Corn Silage Hybrid
Join the Iowa State University Extension and Outreach dairy team for a June 21 webinar to discuss corn silage hybrids. [node:read-more:link]
Learn How to Help Bobwhites Thrive in Iowa
To help Iowans better understand bobwhite quail and the environment they need to thrive, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach has published a nine-page guide, “Northern Bobwhites in Iowa.” [node:read-more:link]
O'Brien and Monona County Pasture Walks to Focus on Forage Recovery
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will co-host the educational hands-on pasture walks in O’Brien County on June 22 and Monona county on June 26. [node:read-more:link]
Northern Research Farm to Hold June Field Day
The Northern Research and Demonstration Farm will hold a summer field day June 22 at the northern farm. Join agronomists with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach for a day of education and networking. [node:read-more:link]
Iowa Swine Day Set for June 29 in Ames
The 12th annual Iowa Swine Day will be held June 29 in Ames. Join industry professionals and swine experts with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach for a day of education and networking. [node:read-more:link]
Southeast Research Farm Field Day to Cover Current Issues in Agriculture
Southeast Research and Demonstration Farm to hold annual field day with experts from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. [node:read-more:link]
Dubuque County Receives Master Gardener Search for Excellence Award
The Dubuque County Master Gardeners have received Iowa State University Extension and Outreach's Search for Excellence Award for 2023. [node:read-more:link]
Free, Online Course Discusses Risk Management for Agritourism, On-Farm Visitors
A free, online course from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach’s Farm, Food and Enterprise Development team is available to help those with on-farm visitors regarding risk management and liability concerns. [node:read-more:link]
Celebrate Dairy Month at Open House Events Across Iowa
Three dairy open houses are planned, beginning with the Iowa State University Dairy Open House, June 2 at the university farm south of Ames. [node:read-more:link]
Speakers Announced for Community Food Systems and Farm to School and Early Care Conference
Collaborative, three-day conference will bring togther those involved with community food systems and Iowa Farm to School for education and networking. [node:read-more:link]
Yard and Garden: Selecting and Planting Perennials in Spring
Learn how to select and maintain quality perennials using advice from horticulturists with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. [node:read-more:link]