The Iowa Suicide Prevention Coalition Summit Aug. 14 will focus on “Life after a Suicide Loss: A Community Response.” The event is sponsored by the Iowa Suicide Prevention Planning Committee, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, and the North Central Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Center.
Youth from northeast Iowa gathered for the 2025 Iowa 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl Contest. Thirty-four 4-H members from Delaware, Dubuque, Fayette and Winneshiek counties showcased their dairy knowledge.
Since 2020, the Rural Housing Readiness Assessment program has helped more than 60 Iowa communities assess their housing needs and take action, generating more than $132 million in investment, with another $104 million in development. This Iowa State University Extension and Outreach program has received a national excellence in community development award.
The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship has confirmed a case of Theileriosis, caused by Theileria orientalis Ikeda, in a herd of cattle in southeast Iowa for the first time.
Southwest Iowa area producers are invited to an evening pasture walk on July 1 at the Fremont County Fairgrounds in Sidney.
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is hosting a haying equipment demonstration field day on July 8 at the McNay Memorial Research and Demonstration Farm in Chariton.
The Iowa’s Living Roadways Community Visioning Program is currently accepting applications for the 2026 program year. Eligible communities are those with populations of fewer than 10,000 residents, existing transportation-related issues, and a committee of volunteers willing to dedicate their time and talent to the visioning process.
Farmers will have an opportunity to see various strip-till bars in action during the Strip-Till Field Day near Crawfordsville on July 30.
A study conducted by researchers at Iowa State University investigates the psychological and social impacts of potentially traumatic experiences on Iowa farmers.
As wind, solar and battery storage projects expand across Iowa, communities are facing complex questions about land use, infrastructure and local values. In response, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is launching a new workshop to support local officials navigating utility-scale renewable energy development in their areas.
Grape growers, winemakers, and extension and other related industry personnel are invited to a field day focusing on microbial resistance in vineyards and wineries.
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach offers pasture walks that provide opportunities to explore real-world examples of pasture management in action. Northwest Iowa cow-calf and stocker operators are invited to a pasture walk on July 10 near Hospers.
The Feedlot Short Course, hosted by the Iowa Beef Center, is set for July 29-31. This three-day conference offers beef producers technical and practical information for their feedlot operations.
Fourteen student finalists and seven observers represented Iowa at the 75th Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair, held May 11–16 in Columbus, Ohio. ISEF is the world’s largest international STEM competition for high school students.
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will cover the planning, design and installation of drainage water quality improvement practices at the Conservation Drainage School, Aug. 26–28 at ISU’s Northeast Research and Demonstration Farm.
Urban farmers have many competing needs, often working full-time, off-farm jobs in addition to farming in or near a city. That’s why Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is working with farmers in four major metropolitan areas.
For 50 years the Earned Income Tax Credit has been providing a financial boost for U.S. taxpayers with low to moderate income, says Jeannette Mukayisire with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is hosting a hands-on Crop Walk series, providing mid-summer, late-season and pre-harvest tips for crop producers.
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will host an evening crop walk from 6 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, June 17, near Thor, Iowa.
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, in partnership with Northeast Iowa Community College, is hosting an equipment demonstration field day June 23, focusing on hay equipment.
The science of weed control will be the main topic at the July 2 Weed Science Field Day at Iowa State University’s Curtiss Farm.
I-29 Moo University and the Northern Plains Forage Association’s Forage Webinar Series continues June 18. This month’s webinar will feature a variety of forage topics, including a spring forage outlook, a forage market outlook and a discussion on safety when using round bales.
Twenty-four natural resource professionals from across Iowa were part of the Land Stewardship Leadership Academy graduation ceremony held May 22 at the Iowa State University Alumni Center.
CropsTV, powered by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, recently wrapped up its fifth season. This online, self-paced educational program delivers crop production information directly to farmers and agricultural service providers at home, in the office or anywhere with an internet connection.
Over 165 youth from across Iowa gathered at Iowa State University to participate in the second annual Iowa 4-H Livestock Triathlon. The event combined three core competitions — livestock judging, skillathon and quiz bowl — offering 4-H members in grades 4-12 a comprehensive platform to demonstrate their expertise in animal science and livestock management.
