Agriculture and Natural Resources has many resources to help Iowans. Get a list of them all here.
Crops
Frequently requested Iowa State University Extension publications: (You will need the free Acrobat Reader software to view these publications.)
- Iowa Cash Rental Rate Survey (.pdf)
- Iowa Land Value Survey (.pdf)
- Iowa Farm Lease (.pdf)
- Iowa Farm Lease (editable .pdf file)
- Iowa Farm Lease Supplement for Use in Obtaining Conservation Practices and Controlling Soil Loss (.pdf)
- Iowa Farm Custom Rate Survey (.pdf)
- Iowa Natural Resources Custom Rate Survey (.pdf)
- Iowa Farm Building Rental Rate Survey (.pdf)
- Estimated Costs of Crop Production in Iowa (.pdf)
Additional resources:
- Iowa State University Extension Ag Decision Maker
- Iowa Beginning Farmer Center
- Iowa State University Extension Farm Economics: Current Issues
- Iowa Agricultural Opportunities
- Iowa State University Weed Science
- Organic Agriculture-ISU
Learn more at "Crop News!"
Statewide Resources
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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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Information on Pesticide Applicator Training, Integrated Pest Management, and related environmental programs.
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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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Providing direct, unbiased comparisons of corn hybrids and soybean varieties, in a number of different environments.
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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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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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Entryway to crop production, soil and nutrient management, weed management, and ag weather information.
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Insecticide evaluation reports and information on specific pests of economic significance to Iowa crop production.
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Grain handling, agricultural machine design, precision farming systems, soil tillage and management, and agricultural drainage.
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Comprehensive information on manure management, research and application for Iowa.
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Your source for comprehensive crop production news and information from Iowa State University specialists and agronomists.
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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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Agricultural economics and business resources to help make sound management decisions for your business or farming operation.
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Find resources on soil nutrients, nutrient management, soil sampling and testing, interpretations and recommendations.
