Agriculture

Conservation Station trailers are taking reservations

Published by admin on Wed, 03/12/2025 - 11:03am

FFA Grandparents' Breakfast

Published by admin on Fri, 03/07/2025 - 9:37am

COLUMN: Women in Ag Conference is slated

Published by admin on Fri, 03/07/2025 - 9:36am

   • “Digital Dilemmas: Succeeding in a Digital Ag World” is the theme for the Women in Agriculture Conference, set for March 22 at the Jim and Evelyn Eash Banquet room at the Washington County Fairgrounds in Washington, Iowa.

   The conference aims to equip attendees with the knowledge and confidence to navigate the evolving digital landscape in agriculture, according to a press release from Iowa State University Education and Outreach.

Study looks at diet options for crossbred calves

Published by admin on Fri, 03/07/2025 - 9:35am

   Results from a recent study on how early nutrition can affect finished beef health, performance and carcass quality in beef/dairy crossbred calves provided some clarity and some surprises for Iowa State University researchers.

   Iowa Beef Center research scientist Garland Dahlke shared information from the project with attendees at the 2025 Feedlot Forum in northwest Iowa. He said the study focused on short and longer-term effects of different diets in the first five months of life.

Landowner education program offered

Published by admin on Wed, 02/26/2025 - 9:59am

   Iowa landowners may apply to participate in the 2025 Landowner Education Program offered by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.

   The application window is open until April 4. Program events will take place in June and July.

The program is intended for landowners who are interested in learning about soil health and conservation, and whose land is dedicated primarily to row crops.

Pork in Pantry helps Iowa fight food insecurity

Published by admin on Wed, 02/26/2025 - 9:58am

   Iowa pork producers are stepping up once again this year to fight food insecurity with the return of Pork in the Pantry.

Monticello chapter wins awards, takes on projects

Published by admin on Fri, 02/21/2025 - 9:31am

   Several awards and activities highlighted the past year for the Monticello FFA Chapter.

   It was another successful year for the chapter, with Delainy Fellinger earning her American Degree.

   Earning their Iowa FFA Degrees were Alyssa Wickman, Haili Schlarmann, Kinzi Schlarmann, Leah Koehler, Ava Capron, Reed Brunscheen, Will Wolken, Brennan Bohlken, Benjamin Zirkelbach, Tyler Soppe, Royce Kiburz, Keaton Hermsen, Baylor Holub, Tate Jesenovec, Logan Moestchen and Alex Prull.

Monticello seniors share experiences, plans

Published by admin on Fri, 02/21/2025 - 9:28am

   Seniors in the Monticello FFA Chapter show not only a variety of skills and contributions to the chapter, but also a wide range of hopes and plans for the future.

   Here is a look at this year’s chapter seniors.

 

   Name: Dru Boffeli

   Parents/Guardians: Shawn Boffeli and Keri Honkomp

   SAE project: Working on a farm. Breeding and raising horse.

   FFA activities: Ignite and Amplify.

Midland's FFA year: learning through opportunities

Published by admin on Fri, 02/21/2025 - 9:27am

   Midland FFA has had the opportunity to participate and host a number of activities this past year. Members have learned many new things, met new people, and made unforgettable memories.

   One of our members’ favorite events is State Convention in April. We took five teams to compete this past year. We also supported three of our members as they walked across the stage to receive their State Degrees.

Projects, activities occupy Midland FFA officers

Published by admin on Fri, 02/21/2025 - 9:26am

   This year’s Midland FFA Chapter officers have led and participated in many activities, while thinking about the future and managing a variety of SAE projects.

   Here is a capsule look at the Midland officer team.

 

   Name: Jayson Ruley

   Year in school: Senior

   Office held: President

   Parents/Guardians: Dean and Cheri Ruley

   Hometown: Oxford Junction

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