I have heard rumors of my retirement for at least three years. And today I can announce that they are now true. My last day of serving as an Iowa State University Extension Field Agronomist will be August 31.
Agriculture and Natural Resources has many resources to help Iowans. Get a list of them all here.
Crops
Local Highlights
NPKnowledge-4" Soil Temperature
Crop Update Newsletter by Joel DeJong
May 23, 2022 "Special Frost Edition"
Previous Crop Update Newsletters
Northwest Iowa On Farm Research Results
- 2016 ISU On-Field Project Results
- 2015 ISU On-Farm Project Results
- 2014 NW Iowa Research Farm Report (includes On Farm Results)
- 2014 West Central Iowa Research Farm Report (includes On Farm Results)
- 2013 ISU on F.A.R.M. Results
- 2012 ISU On F.A.R.M. Results
- 2011 ISU Farmer Assisted Research and Management On Farm Results
Cash Rent Survey
Custom Rate Survey
NPKnowledge-4" Soil Temperature
ISU Entomology
ISU Horticulture
E-Answers- information representing the work of Extension Services at Land Grant universities throughout the United States
Iowa Crop Improvement Association- Crop performance test results
Iowa Land Value Survey-
Statewide Resources
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A multi-tiered effort to study and analyze the impact of agricultural management practices on surface and subsurface drainage, from both a water quality and quantity perspective.
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Your source for integrated crop management resources curated by extension agronomists, entomologist and plant pathologists.
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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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Building a culture of conservation by calling attention to the importance of water and soil quality through farming practices.
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Comprehensive information on manure management, research and application for Iowa.
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Daily 4” soil temperatures for Iowa counties to assist with management decisions and nutrient applications.
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The Iowa Grain Quality Initiative (IGQI) is a cutting edge grain quality research and information program. The interdisciplinary project performs the "rapid response function" at ISU for the grain industry.
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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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Central location for all pesticide safety education resources including Pesticide Applicator Certification information.
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Agricultural economics and business resources for farm business decision makers.
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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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During times of natural disaster, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach offers educational resources to reduce the personal impact of natural disasters, working in partnership with the local, state and federal agencies addressing the disaster.
