Agriculture and Natural Resources has many resources to help Iowans. Get a list of them all here.
Crops
Local Highlights
Statewide Resources
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Entryway to crop production, soil and nutrient management, weed management, and ag weather information.
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Information that protects and enhances the economic value of Iowa’s agriculture and horticulture, by educating growers and the general public about plant diseases and science.
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Insecticide evaluation reports and information on specific pests of economic significance to Iowa crop production.
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Your source for comprehensive crop production news and information from Iowa State University specialists and agronomists.
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Grain handling, agricultural machine design, precision farming systems, soil tillage and management, and agricultural drainage.
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Providing direct, unbiased comparisons of corn hybrids and soybean varieties, in a number of different environments.
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The Plant and Insect Diagnostic Clinic provides diagnosis of plant problems (plant diseases, insect damage, and assessment of herbicide damage) and the identification of insects and weeds from the field, garden, and home.
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Comprehensive information on manure management, research and application for Iowa.
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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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Knowledge and information that improves the efficiency of traditional commodity grain markets and assists emerging markets for user-specific grains.
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Daily 4” soil temperatures for Iowa counties to assist with crop management decisions and nutrient applications.
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Educating producers, consumers and policy makers in the research and extension activities in organic agriculture both on-farm and at Iowa State University.
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Information on Pesticide Applicator Training, Integrated Pest Management, and related environmental programs.
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Agricultural economics and business resources to help make sound management decisions for your business or farming operation.
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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.
Floyd County Events
Crop and Pest Management
- Iowa Drainage School 2019
08/20/2019 - Annual Fall Field Day
08/28/2019
Pesticide Applicator Training
- Roadside, Forest, Aquatic Pest Management PSEP
10/16/2019 - Mosquito/Public Health Pest Management PSEP
10/24/2019 - Ornamental & Turfgrass Applicators PSEP
11/13/2019 - Fumigation PSEP
11/19/2019 - Commercial Ag Weed, Insect, Disease PSEP
11/20/2019
All Events for Floyd County
Statewide Calendar
