Agriculture

Women in Agriculture Conference is slated

Published by admin on Wed, 07/14/2021 - 8:52am

     “Conserving Ag's Future Together” is the theme of the 15th annual Iowa Women in Agriculture Conference at the FFA Enrichment Center in Ankeny on Aug. 5.

     The 2021 conference will explore an array of challenges posed by agriculture's current economic and environmental climate: marketing strategy, climate resilience, global trade agreements, risk management, ag advocacy, cover crops, soil and water quality initiatives, the intersection of animal agriculture and climate, launching an online ag business, and the role of ag women in this dynamic and growing industry.

Webinar: Stream channels and water quality

Published by admin on Wed, 07/14/2021 - 8:52am

     The Iowa Learning Farms conservation webinar taking place July 14 at noon will feature Billy Beck, assistant professor and extension forestry specialist, Iowa State University. Beck’s research focuses on the impacts that trees, forests, and forestry have on water quality and hydrology within agriculturally-dominated Midwestern watersheds.

Stocking farm ponds during summer

Published by admin on Wed, 07/14/2021 - 8:51am

     Due to recent high temperatures and dry conditions, stocking farm ponds can be difficult to do this time of the year. However, several measures can be taken to increase your success.

     Last year was a popular year for the aquaculture industry. While COVID-19 had negative effects on many economies, there was actually an increase in fish sells for ponds during the pandemic. Additionally, due to drought in the fall of 2020, there have been many complete and incomplete fish kills. Therefore, many pond owners are looking to replenish their farm ponds this year.

Suggestions are made for dealing with drought

Published by admin on Wed, 07/14/2021 - 8:50am

     Most of northwest Iowa is under moderate or severe drought that is beginning to take a toll on pasture carrying capacity, according to Beth Doran, beef specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.

     While conditions in Eastern Iowa have become less severe, Doran still offers reminders to area producers that changes in management can help extend pasture forage, and offers several suggestions.

Iowa Pork launches new version of Tenderloin Trail

Published by admin on Wed, 07/07/2021 - 2:09pm

     Iowans’ favorite pork dish is the breaded pork tenderloin.

Field day to cover dairy technology

Published by admin on Wed, 07/07/2021 - 2:08pm

     The Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Dairy Team is hosting a field day focused on dairy technology on the farm July 27.

     The day will feature two farm visits, where attendees can see automated milking system technology in action and learn about cow monitoring systems and other technologies that are becoming more commonly used on dairy farms.

Preview Show award-winner

Published by admin on Wed, 07/07/2021 - 2:07pm

Livestock biosecurity resources offered

Published by admin on Wed, 07/07/2021 - 2:06pm

     Livestock farmers know that reducing the spread of disease and pests among their animals maximizes profitability. Biosecurity includes understanding routes of transmission and taking steps to manage risk at the whole-farm level.

Finding a home: Monticello welcomes Eastern Iowa Horse and Pony Camp

Published by admin on Wed, 06/30/2021 - 12:53pm

     When organizers of the Eastern Iowa Horse and Pony Camp talked about their decision to move from the longtime camp location of Dubuque to the Great Jones County Fairgrounds in Monticello, they weren’t horsing around.

     Camp leaders were full of praise for the Monticello community and facilities during the camp, which was held June 20-26. It drew 129 campers in grades 3-12, many from Iowa but some from as far away as Michigan and Maryland. There were 160 horses on the grounds.

FSA committee nominations are being accepted

Published by admin on Wed, 06/30/2021 - 12:50pm

     The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) began accepting nominations for county committee members on June 15.

     Elections will occur in certain Local Administrative Areas (LAA) for these members who make important decisions about how federal farm programs are administered locally. All nomination forms for the 2021 election must be postmarked or received in the local FSA office by Aug. 2.

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