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February 28, 2020

Farm Bill Workshops - Handouts Available Online

SPIRIT LAKE, Iowa – Iowa State University (ISU) Extension and Outreach is partnering with the USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) to conduct 2018 Farm Bill workshops in Northwest Iowa throughout December. Producers, agri-business personnel, landowners and other interested parties will have an opportunity to learn about the program election and enrollment process regarding the 2018 Farm Bill, as well as discuss farm stress management and financial decision-making. With seven meetings to be hosted in the region, individuals can select the date and location that works best for them.

January 16, 2020

Commercial and Confinement Manure Certification and Reshow Policy

November 1, 2019

Annual Crop Advantage Series returns to Northwest Iowa in January

The 2020 Crop Advantage meetings will give producers a solid foundation of current research-based crop production information to help make smart, informed decisions for their farming operation. The Crop Advantage meetings are an opportunity for farmers and crop advisers to hear current research and crop production information from Iowa State University. Extension specialists will provide updated management options, as well as recommendations on current and future crop production issues.

July 1, 2019

Flood Recovery Resources

Resources for dealing with flooding: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/disasterrecovery/flooding
For specific flood information regarding beef cattle, visit: http://www.iowabeefcenter.org/floodresources.html
For specific flood recovery information for pastures, visit: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/sioux/news/flood-recovery-pastures

April 24, 2019

Flood Recovery for Pastures

Through a series of research-based articles, Beef Specialist Beth Ellen Doran and partners strive to help Northwest Iowa and surrounding livestock producers to recover and renovate flooded pastures. Flood waters are receding, but the challenges in recovery for farmers and livestock producers are just beginning. That's why Beth Doran, Iowa State University Extension beef specialist, said producers should get out in their fields as soon as possible....

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ISU Extension Agricultural and Natural Resources

Agriculture and Natural Resources has many resources to help Iowans. Get a list of them all here.

Statewide Resources

Forestry Extension

Tree identification, care and maintenance, and timber management resources.
Wildlife Extension

Educating people about Iowa's wildlife resources so that Iowans can make informed decisions that impact wildlife and their habitats.
Fisheries and Aquaculture Extension

Publications and resources covering fish farming to pond management.
Leadership and Performance-Based Watershed Management

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.
Iowa Water Center

Providing Iowans with an independent, authoritative voice on water resource issues affecting Iowa.
Heartland Regional Water Coordination Initiative

Building institutional partnerships and increasing the capacity of citizens, educators, agencies and community leaders to better address water quality concerns.
Riparian Management Systems

A management approach for environmental enhancement of intensively modified agricultural landscapes.
Iowa Learning Farms

Iowa Learning Farms is building a Culture of Conservation, calling attention to the importance of improved water and soil quality through conservation farming practices.
Extension Soil Management & Environment

Research-based information and current Extension and Research projects on tillage and cropping systems, soil carbon sequestration, residue management, and cover crops.
Leopold Center for Sustainable Agriculture

Developing new ways to farm profitably while conserving natural resources.
Pest Management and the Environment

Information on Pesticide Applicator Training, Integrated Pest Management, and related environmental programs.
Iowa Manure Management Action Group

Comprehensive information on manure management, research and application for Iowa.
Water and Environmental Stewardship Engineering

Providing extension services on topics such as water quality and pollution control, hydrology and drainage, and remote sensing and modeling.
Soil and Land Use

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.
Soil Fertility

Find resources on soil nutrients, nutrient management, soil sampling and testing, interpretations and recommendations.
Recovering from Disasters

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.