The Iowa State University (ISU) Extension and Outreach Dairy Team will host its annual Dairy Discussions Seminar on Tuesday, Dec. 1, from 10 a.m. to noon. The program is sponsored this year by EcoEngineers, a renewable energy consulting and auditing firm headquartered in Des Moines, and the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA). The program will be virtual this year due to health concerns with the COVID-19 pandemic. 
The annual Pro Ag Outlook and Management meetings will be held virtually this year due to COVID-19 concerns. With a virtual format, participants will be able to hear from five Iowa State University Extension and Outreach economists. There will be one speaker each day from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m., Dec. 7–11. 
Agriculture and Natural Resources has many resources to help Iowans. Get a list of them all here.
Environment
Local Highlights
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Statewide Resources
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Tree identification, care and maintenance, and timber management resources.
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Educating people about Iowa's wildlife resources so that Iowans can make informed decisions that impact wildlife and their habitats.
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Publications and resources covering fish farming to pond management.
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Establishing watershed groups in impaired sub-watersheds throughout Iowa implemented through partnerships of farmers, extension specialists, Iowa State University Extension and agencies at the state and local level.
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Providing Iowans with an independent, authoritative voice on water resource issues affecting Iowa.
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Building institutional partnerships and increasing the capacity of citizens, educators, agencies and community leaders to better address water quality concerns.
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A management approach for environmental enhancement of intensively modified agricultural landscapes.
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Iowa Learning Farms is building a Culture of Conservation, calling attention to the importance of improved water and soil quality through conservation farming practices.
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Research-based information and current Extension and Research projects on tillage and cropping systems, soil carbon sequestration, residue management, and cover crops.
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Developing new ways to farm profitably while conserving natural resources.
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Information on Pesticide Applicator Training, Integrated Pest Management, and related environmental programs.
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Comprehensive information on manure management, research and application for Iowa.
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Providing extension services on topics such as water quality and pollution control, hydrology and drainage, and remote sensing and modeling.
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The Iowa Soil and Land Use site provides data related to the agricultural and non-agricultural uses of Iowa land to help you determine the right use for your soil.
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Find resources on soil nutrients, nutrient management, soil sampling and testing, interpretations and recommendations.
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Specialists have compiled a list of resources to help you prepare for and recover from natural disasters. Remember to take care of yourself and your family first; then deal with the things lost to the disaster.
