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November 13, 2019

Women landowners, farmers and ag retailers will have the opportunity to meet again this fall and winter to learn more about agronomy and related agricultural topics through distance-learning session of Agronomy in the Field. No cost to participate - but must pre-register by calling 641-228-1453.

October 30, 2019

2020 Farm Bill Decisions Meeting

Upcoming Iowa State University Extension and Outreach meetings will provide guidance for Iowa farmland owners and operators reviewing options under the 2018 Farm Bill. The meeting in Floyd County will be November 21 at 9:00 am at the Fairgrounds.

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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

Agronomy Extension

Entryway to crop production, soil and nutrient management, weed management, and ag weather information.
Plant Pathology Extension

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.
Entomology Extension

Insecticide evaluation reports and information on specific pests of economic significance to Iowa crop production.
Integrated Crop Management News

Your source for comprehensive crop production news and information from Iowa State University specialists and agronomists.
Ag & Biosystems Engineering

Grain handling, agricultural machine design, precision farming systems, soil tillage and management, and agricultural drainage.
Iowa Crop Performance Tests

Providing direct, unbiased comparisons of corn hybrids and soybean varieties, in a number of different environments.
Plant and Insect Diagnostic Clinic

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.
Iowa Manure Management Action Group

Comprehensive information on manure management, research and application for Iowa.
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.
Iowa Grain Quality Initiative

Knowledge and information that improves the efficiency of traditional commodity grain markets and assists emerging markets for user-specific grains.
Daily soil temperatures by county

Daily 4” soil temperatures for Iowa counties to assist with crop management decisions and nutrient applications.
Organic Agriculture

Educating producers, consumers and policy makers in the research and extension activities in organic agriculture both on-farm and at Iowa State University.
Pest Management and the Environment

Information on Pesticide Applicator Training, Integrated Pest Management, and related environmental programs.
Ag Decision Maker (AgDM)

Agricultural economics and business resources to help make sound management decisions for your business or farming operation.
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.