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In early June, guidance goes into effect for the livestock industry, moving previously over-the-counter antibiotics to prescription status. What does this mean for your livestock operation?

Use perennials to help keep a garden interesting all season.

A new webpage on the Iowa State University Natural Resources Extension and Outreach website focuses on lawn alternatives. This webpage has a list of species to consider, an overview for each of the suggested species, and some direction on where you can purchase seeds or plants.

Iowa State University specialists detail spring tree planting tips for success.

Upcoming sessions of the Prival Well Stewardship Program will highlight private well testing programs and the importance of doing so.

Small Farm Sustainability

The Small Farms Team provides outreach to rural Iowans to connect them with relevant agricultural resources and programs from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. Outreach channels include a bi-monthly newsletter, monthly podcast, social media, annual conference, and workshops.

 

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