Cold and wet weather have added to the calving challenges of Iowa cow-calf producers. Iowa State University Extension and Outreach beef specialist Beth Doran said both are ideal conditions for contributing to calf scours. Read more about Management to Prevent Calf Scours
A backyard project doesn’t have to be all-encompassing and grand to have a large impact on wildlife. That is the message Adam Janke works to convey in his “Woodworking for Wildlife” publication series. Read more about Provide a Home for Birds with Woodworking for Wildlife Publications
Iowa Learning Farms and ISU Extension and Outreach will host a cover crop and no-till field day on Wednesday, April 10 from 12-2 p.m. at Steier Ag Aviation near Whittemore. Read more about Whittemore Cover Crops and No-till Workshop April 10
Even if your home was not damaged by flooding, your private well may need attention. Wells that have been submerged beneath floodwater or high groundwater tables should be disinfected and tested for safety before using water from them for drinking or food preparation. Read more about Check Private Wells for Contamination after Flooding
Rapid snowmelt this spring has caused instances of stored grain being covered with floodwater. According to current Food and Drug Administration policy, grain inundated by uncontrolled river or stream water is considered adulterated and must be destroyed. Read more about Management Guidance for Flooded Grain
The three types of strawberries grown in Iowa home gardens differ in growth, flowering and fruiting characteristics. The best time to plant all three types is early spring. Read more about Yard and Garden: Planting Strawberries
The Rob Stout farm near Washington is the location of a cover crops and water quality field day Tuesday evening, April 9. Stout has more than 10 years of experience using cover crops. Read more about Washington County Cover Crops, Water Quality Field Day April 9
Which bag of carrots is the better buy: baby carrots or full size, a one-pound bag or two? "Spend Smart. Eat Smart." from ISU Extension and Outreach has a free app to help you calculate the unit price and get the best deal for your family. Read more about Understand Unit Price with Spend Smart. Eat Smart. Video and App
Farmers market vendors have the option to view the Farmers Market Nutrition Program 2019 training webinar at numerous ISU Extension and Outreach county offices. Ten offices are hosting the March 28 webinar and 22 extension offices are hosting the April 11 webinar. Read more about County Extension Offices Hosting Farmers Market Nutrition Program Vendor Webinars
According to Iowa Learning Farms 15-year evaluation data, Iowa cover crop acres grew last year by approximately 16 percent, resulting in approximately 880,000 total acres. This represents a 6 percent decline in new cover crop acres compared to last year’s estimate and a 19 percent cumulative decline since 2015. Read more about Cover Crop Acres Increase but Rate of Growth Declines in 2018
One hundred youth from Storm Lake, Storm Lake St. Mary’s and Fort Dodge school districts spent a day Getting Real Together through leadership activities, college exploration and cultural awareness. They were taking part in this year’s GRiT Conference, March 8 at Buena Vista University. Read more about Youth Explore Leadership, College and Culture at GRiT Conference
Celebrating its 40th year in Iowa, the Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Master Gardener program will hold its core training sessions this fall for individuals interested in becoming Master Gardener volunteers. Read more about Registration Open for Fall Master Gardener Training
Prices for performing custom work are expected to jump in 2019, according to data gathered by ISU Extension and Outreach economists. The 2019 Iowa Farm Custom Rate Survey showed a 7 percent price increase across all surveyed categories. Read more about Custom Rates Expected to Jump 7 Percent in 2019
Just in time for spring, the Siouxland Garden Show comes to the Sioux City Delta Hotels Center April 5 and 6 with educational sessions, a winter farmers market, garden vendors, family-friendly fun and all things garden related. Read more about Shop, Learn and Grow at the Siouxland Garden Show
While modern roses are attractive additions to the home landscape, they do require good care -- from winter protection to proper planting and pruning. Read more about Yard and Garden: Spring Care of Roses
The fourth annual Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Community Food Systems Program event will be held in Des Moines on March 29, providing an opportunity for anyone engaged in local food systems development to network and learn from national voices. Read more about Fourth Annual Community Food Systems Event Is March 29 in Des Moines
Iowa Learning Farms is a hands-on education and outreach program for Iowa landowners and agricultural producers. Based at Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, ILF supports education initiatives focusing on conservation and water quality topics from a science- and research-based foundation. Read more about Iowa Learning Farms Celebrates 15 Years of Conservation and Water Quality Outreach
2019 National Ag Day celebrates farmers' contributions to agriculture in our everyday lives. ISU Extension and Outreach is committed to helping farmers grow more sustainable and profitable enterprises through objective, scientific solutions to the issues and opportunities unique to Iowa agriculture. Read more about ISU Extension and Outreach Celebrates National Ag Day
A statewide Guide Training workshop will be held April 11 at the Central Iowa Expo administration building near Boone. The new ISU Extension and Outreach program is the first of its kind in Iowa, designed specifically for staff and volunteers who lead guided programs at Iowa’s community tourism attractions. Read more about New Guide Training and Certification for Tourism Staff and Volunteers
Iowa Learning Farms and Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will host a cover crop and no-till workshop on Thursday, March 28 from 12-2 p.m. at Titan Machinery near Williams. The event is free, open to the whole family and includes a complimentary meal. Read more about Hamilton County Cover Crops, No-Till Workshop Is March 28
A workshop for morel mushroom certification will be offered March 30 and April 6 on the Iowa State campus, Ames. To legally sell morel mushrooms in Iowa, sellers must complete a certification workshop that covers identifying morels and false morels. Registration is $50 per person. Read more about Register Now for Morel Mushroom Certification Workshop
Livestock and row crop producers are invited to learn about Iowa State research findings, Iowa Learning Farm projects and personal experiences from local farmers at the McNay Research Farm workshop March 27. Read more about Cover Crops, Grazing Topics of McNay Research Farm Workshop
Iowa Learning Farms and Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will host a cover crop and no-till field day on Tuesday, March 26 from 12-2 p.m. at the Greene County Extension Office. The event is free, open to the whole family and includes a complimentary meal. Read more about Cover Crops and No-Till Workshop Is March 26 in Jefferson
The I-29 Moo University collaborative will host a webinar titled “Renovating Dairy Barns: Giving Them a Second Career” for dairy owners considering alternatives for their dairy facilities after selling their cows. The webinar will be held at noon on Friday, March 22. Read more about Dairy Webinar Focuses on Options for Empty Dairy Facilities
A training session for livestock judging coaches will be held on April 20 at the Hansen Agriculture Learning Center in Ames. The session is designed for adults who are interested in learning how to coach a youth livestock judging team or want to improve their livestock coaching skills. Read more about Training for Livestock Judging Coaches Is April 20
