Debbie Nistler began her Iowa State University appointment as the 4-H youth development state program leader on Aug. 15. After a month on the job, Nistler responds to questions that introduce her vision for the Iowa 4-H program. Read more about Nistler Brings 4-H Experience and Passion to Iowa Leadership Position
A leading cause of agriculture fatalities is rollovers of tractors without rollover protective structures. Even more heartbreaking is knowing that the majority of these accidents are preventable. Read more about Save a Life: Use a Tractor with Rollover Protective Structure
October is the best time to plant tulip and other spring-flowering bulbs. Make your selections and purchase bulbs, then follow the planting recommendations of ISU Extension and Outreach horticulturists to color your spring garden with floral beauty. Read more about Yard and Garden: Planting Spring-Flowering Bulbs
There is an increase in farm vehicle traffic on Iowa roadways during harvest. So, it is not surprising that this is the time of year when there are also more agricultural collisions on highways and county roads. Read more about Remember to Share Iowa Roads This Fall
Iowans interested in the care of trees, forests and natural resources should consider attending a forestry field day this fall, held by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach and various public and private partners. Six field days are planned for October, with the first Oct. 1 at the Shimek State Forest in Lee County. Read more about Forestry Field Days Planned across Iowa This Fall
With the limited hay crops in some areas this summer, beef producers may want to consider harvesting corn silage to supplement the cow herd this winter. Hugo Ramirez Ramirez, Iowa State University dairy specialist, shares his top five priorities for making quality silage. Read more about Corn Silage Tips
During National Farm Safety and Health Week, Sept. 15-21, as well as during fall harvest and the year to come, please persuade others to keep children safe by not allowing extra riders on tractors. Read more about Extra Riders on Tractors Are a High Risk for Fatality
How people respond to stress can affect their behavior. Stress also can affect their relationships, says Joy Rouse, a human sciences specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. Read more about Recognize How Stress Affects Behavior and Relationships
The Iowa Farm Safety and Health Week will be held Sept. 15-21 in conjunction with the National Farm Safety and Health Week. This year’s national theme is “Shift Farm Safety Into High Gear.” Read more about Iowans to Observe Farm Safety Week Sept. 15-21
Iowa and Nebraska youth were first, second and third place winners in this year’s Regional Youth Crop Scouting Competition. Clayton County Team A (Iowa) received first place. Read more about Iowa and Nebraska Teams Top Placers in Youth Crop Scouting Competition
The O’Brien County Senior Team earned first place in the 2019 Iowa 4-H meat judging contest and will represent the state at nationals in October.
Read more about O’Brien County Meat Judging Team Advances to Nationals
September is National Preparedness Month according to Ready.gov. The site encourages citizens to stay informed about different types of emergencies and how to respond. Financial preparedness is also necessary before an emergency strikes, says Sandra McKinnon, with ISU Extension and Outreach. Read more about National Preparedness Month Includes Being Financially Prepared
Fall is the best time to apply broadleaf herbicides for weed control in Iowa lawns, but take care to do it properly and effectively. Horticulturists with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach explain timing, applying and getting good results with broadleaf herbicides. Read more about Yard and Garden: Applying Broadleaf Herbicide to Lawn
A new Iowa Beef Center publication, "Iowa’s Pastureland and Grazing 2013-2018," gives a snapshot of how Iowa’s cow-calf industry has changed in terms of pasture utilization. The publication is based on evaluation surveys distributed to more than 1,000 IBC programs participants. Read more about Pastureland Grazing Publication Describes Iowa Grazing Practices
Iowa Learning Farms will host a webinar Sept. 18 at 12 p.m. about the benefits of integrating perennial vegetation into underperforming parts of crop fields. Read more about Webinar Looks at Integrating Perennials in Marginal Areas of Crop Fields
Twelve species of oak trees are native to Iowa. Frequently found in landscapes and timbers across the state, they provide shelter, food and nesting cover for a variety of Iowa wildlife. Several symptoms that may be observed in oak trees are explained by Iowa State horticulturists. Read more about Yard and Garden: Oak Tree Abnormalities
The purpose of the Sept. 11 Crawford County pasture walk is to increase awareness of the CRP Routine Grazing program and the benefits it can have for cattle, the land and wildlife. Read more about Benefits of Adding CRP Acres to Grazing Rotation is Pasture Walk Focus
The Sept. 19 field day will cover the installation of a saturated buffer, results of water quality monitoring from the buffer area, use of drone technology on the family farm and other conservation practices. Read more about Paustian Family Farm to Host Sept. 19 Field Day Near Walcott
In the event of foreign animal disease outbreak in the United States, state and federal regulatory officials will restrict animal movement to slow or stop the spread. Iowa Pork Industry Center and extension swine specialists are available to help producers understand state and federal responses, and learn how to use Secure Pork Supply resources to prepare for an outbreak. Read more about Workshops Explain Foreign Animal Disease Plan Using Secure Pork Supply
Iowa Pork Industry Center has scheduled an additional Pork Quality Assurance Plus 4.0 advisor certification training for Sept. 20 in Ames to help meet industry demand. Read more about Additional Session of PQA Plus 4.0 Advisor Certification Scheduled for Sept. 20
Now in its 21st year, the Iowa manure applicator certification program, a partnership between ISU Extension and Outreach and Iowa Department of Natural Resources, continues to train and certify the state’s manure applicators on the best ways of handling, hauling and applying livestock manure. Read more about Iowa Manure Applicator Certification Program Continues to Train Applicators, Protect Resources
Youth visiting the 4-H Exhibition Hall at the Iowa State Fair had the opportunity to participate in hands-on activities during this year’s STEM event hosted by Bayer. Events such as this keep youth interested in STEM activities and stimulate a yearning to learn why things work and to ask questions about the improbable. Read more about Youth Explore STEM Activities at State Fair 4-H Event
The International Harvester Collector’s Club Award Program recognized Iowa 4-H members for their state fair project achievements on Aug. 9. Youth whose projects advance to the Iowa State Fair have the opportunity to apply for the award program. Read more about Rosener Named Overall Winner of International Harvester Award
Young people enrolled in the Iowa 4-H Youth Development Program explore a wide variety of topics that interest them. Project area “hot sheets” are a great first step for parents, club leaders or 4-H members to learn more about any topic of interest. Read more about Iowa 4-H Resources Encourage Young People to Explore Career Paths, College
While the Chinese demand for pork may seem promising, the United States is actually only supplying about 8% of Chinese pork imports, according to the August edition of Ag Decision Maker, a monthly newsletter by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. Read more about Chinese Demand for Pork Rises with African Swine Fever, but U.S. Not a Major Supplier
