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SUMMARY:PFI: Measuring and Interpreting Soil Health Benefits
DESCRIPTION:Will Cannon and his wife\, Cassie\, farm 1\,000 acres of strip-till corn and no-till soybeans near Prairie City\, Iowa. They use cover crops on a large scale and have reduced their applied commercial fertilizer rates. They also run a custom application and farming business\, along with a trucking company. Recently\, they started applying compost extract to their fields to feed their soil microbiology. Soil health practices have been a part of the Cannon farm for over two decades. \n  \nThey are now working with Top Soil and Agronomy365 to do fertilizer efficiency testing. The information is helping them quantify the benefits of their soil health practices while making data-driven decisions going forward. Join Will and Cassie at this field day for a deep dive into soil health sampling and what results from these tests mean on-farm.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/pfi-measuring-and-interpreting-soil-health-benefits/
LOCATION:Prairie City\, Prairie City\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Cover crops,Field day,No till and strip till
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260725T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260725T235959
DTSTAMP:20260720T144058Z
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SUMMARY:Lobe Rangers at James Hepp's farm
DESCRIPTION:Hear from Iowa farmers about what it takes to clean up Iowa’s water – including a panel Q&A. Registration starts at 9 AM…program begins at 9:30 AM with lunch at 12:00 PM with 2 PM wrap up.\n\nThe agenda includes:\n\nMatt Helmers of Iowa State University talking about the Iowa Nutrient Reduction Strategy\nLive demos of conservation equipment and the rainfall simulator\nQ&A with the Lobe Rangers and Des Moines Water Works\nWater quality panel\n\nLunch is provided. RSVP here. \nEvent Address: 2145 250th St Rockwell City\, Iowa\nQuestions should be directed to theloberangers@gmail.com \n 
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/lobe-rangers/
LOCATION:Rockwell City\, Rockwell City\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Cover crops,Field day,NW Iowa
ORGANIZER;CN="The Lobe Rangers":MAILTO:theloberangers@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260721T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260721T235959
DTSTAMP:20260619T202134Z
CREATED:20260619T202134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T202134Z
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SUMMARY:Organic Kernza\, Sunflowers and Oats: Seeking Financial and Agronomic Sustainability
DESCRIPTION:Central Iowa farmers Caleb Akin and Noah Wendt began farming together through their partnership\, A & W Farms\, in 2006. They began transitioning acres to organic in 2015\, drawn by the higher prices of organic crops. As they have continued to transition more of their acres\, Caleb and Noah have come to appreciate opportunities to grow niche crops and decrease reliance on external inputs. \n  \nAs markets have become available\, Noah and Caleb have been able to grow crops beyond corn and soybeans\, such as oats\, sunflowers and Kernza. They also use cover crops and limit tillage whenever possible. Come to their field day to see their Kernza\, a perennial grain crop\, in its second season of growth. You’ll also see sunflowers growing for oil production and food-grade oats nearing or at harvest stage.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/organic-kernza-sunflowers-and-oats-seeking-financial-and-agronomic-sustainability/
LOCATION:Cambridge\, Cambridge\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Cover crops,Field day
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260720T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260720T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T202807Z
CREATED:20260604T202807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T202807Z
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SUMMARY:PFI: Starting a Cover Crop Business\, Flying Drones and Seeding Covers
DESCRIPTION:Mark and Brenda Kingland farm on 1\,700 acres in Winnebago County\, Iowa. Eight years ago\, they began strip-tilling to change efficiency in their fertilizer program and improve soil health. In 2022\, Mark added a drone on his farm to apply cover crops and do precision spraying. His goal is to have a cover crop mix flown on by early September into standing corn and soybeans. \n  \nMark’s son-in-law\, Stuart McCulloh\, and daughter\, Sara McCulloh\, have found their roles on the farm since moving back to the area in 2024. Stuart completed the Cover Crop Business Accelerator program through PFI last year and has found opportunities to use the drone to add diversity to the farm’s income. At this field day\, you’ll see drone demonstrations for different applications and gain insight to the systems approach of the operation.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/pfi-starting-a-cover-crop-business-flying-drones-and-seeding-covers/
LOCATION:Forest City\, Forest City\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Cover crops,Field day,NE Iowa
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260717T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260717T235959
DTSTAMP:20260619T202017Z
CREATED:20260619T202017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T202017Z
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SUMMARY:PFI: Petite Prairies: Small-Scale Blooms\, Big Benefits for Pollinators
DESCRIPTION:Catherine Schut owns and operates Hive and Petal\, a boutique flower farm in Prairie City\, Iowa\, focused on specialty blooms and honeybees. Catherine grows unique seasonal flowers\, from winter tulips and spring peonies to dried florals\, using thoughtful\, organically inspired practices that prioritize soil health and pollinators. \n  \nAt this field day\, Catherine will lead a walking tour of her flower farm. She’ll share how even small pockets of restored prairie can support both wild pollinators and her own beehives\, as well as soil health. We’ll also hear about the programs and partnerships Catherine has worked with over the years to establish prairie habitat\, and future plans for those partnerships as she expands her conservation practices. \n  \nRegistration for this field day is required.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/pfi-petite-prairies-small-scale-blooms-big-benefits-for-pollinators/
LOCATION:Prairie City\, Prairie City\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Field day,Habitat
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260716T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260716T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T202617Z
CREATED:20260604T202617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T202617Z
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SUMMARY:PFI: Trying and Promoting Soil Health and Water Quality Practices in Northern Iowa
DESCRIPTION:Derek Young is a fourth-generation farmer who began farming in 1993 with his father and grandfather\, running a soybean\, corn and cattle operation. He strip-tills over half of his corn acres and no-tills most of his soybean acres while also maintaining conventional fields. He has covers flown on in the fall on over 1\,000 acres\, and drills rye on corn acres that are chopped for silage. \n  \nThis year\, Derek injected hog manure into his rye cover crop that’s going into corn\, and he’s hoping to cut back on nitrogen application in that field. Derek is also part of the Northwest Iowa Ag Stewardship Alliance\, a farmer-led group that promotes soil health and water quality in the region. At this field day\, learn about cover crops and reduced tillage\, hear a panel of farmers discuss their involvement with NIASA and more.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/pfi-trying-and-promoting-soil-health-and-water-quality-practices-in-northern-iowa/
LOCATION:Wallingford\, Wallingford\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Cover crops,Field day,Nutrient management,NW Iowa
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260709T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260709T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T202158Z
CREATED:20260604T202158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T202158Z
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SUMMARY:PFI: Building a Seed Conditioning Business
DESCRIPTION:Ryan Tiefenthaler grew up helping on his family’s row crop and hog farm near Carroll\, Iowa. After college\, he returned to the farm to help his dad and started a custom application business for area farms. When an opportunity to raise fish fell through in 2016\, Ryan quickly pivoted his plans for the large facility he had purchased and started cleaning seed instead. \n  \nOver the past decade\, Ryan has grown his operation to meet the interest and demand of his partners and customers. Now with an array of conditioning equipment for both organic and conventional seed\, he has been able to step away from custom application and focus fully on cleaning seed from his own farm and from others. Come tour Ryan’s facility to get a close look at the steps for processing high-quality seed.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/pfi-building-a-seed-conditioning-business/
LOCATION:Carroll\, Carroll\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Cover crops,Field day
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260630T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260701T235959
DTSTAMP:20260304T214214Z
CREATED:20260304T214214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T214214Z
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SUMMARY:Athene Watershed 26: A convergence of ag and conservation
DESCRIPTION:About the Summit\n\n\nThe Upper Mississippi River Watershed stands at a crossroads. Agricultural runoff\, public health risks\, and recurrent flooding are converging into one of the most pressing environmental and economic challenges of our time. Addressing these issues requires a new model of collaboration between agriculture\, conservation\, public health\, and private sector leaders. Watershed26 is a summit designed to drive change and chart our shared path forward. \n\n  \n\nSummit Details\n\n\nWatershed26 is hosted by the Great Outdoors Foundation and its partners. It will be held at the Iowa Events Center on Tuesday\, June 30 and Wednesday\, July 1\, 2026. \n  \nLocation\nIowa Events Center\n730 3rd Street\nDes Moines\, IA 50309
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/athene-watershed-26-a-convergence-of-ag-and-conservation/
LOCATION:Des Moines\, Iowa\, Des Moines\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260630T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260630T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T202045Z
CREATED:20260604T202045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T202045Z
UID:10000442-1782777600-1782863999@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:PFI: Drainage Water Recycling and Double Cropping
DESCRIPTION:Mark and Melissa Schleisman and their family raise popcorn\, field corn\, soybeans\, rye\, wheat\, oats\, cattle and hogs at M&M Farms in Calhoun County\, Iowa. Soil and water conservation are a priority for the family. They use cover crops on all their fields\, grazing the covers whenever possible. Over the past five years\, they have worked with local organizations to install two wetlands that filter tile drainage\, which can then be used to irrigate fields. \n  \nThe Schleismans are excited to show their newest wetland project\, which will be used to irrigate popcorn in surrounding fields. To further explore soil-building practices that improve water infiltration\, they also double-crop wheat and soybeans. Come see how they are working toward their goal of using conservation practices while making cash flow.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/pfi-drainage-water-recycling-and-double-cropping/
LOCATION:Lytton\, Lytton\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Edge-of-field,NW Iowa,Relay cropping,Wetland
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260627T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260627T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T201846Z
CREATED:20260604T201846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T201846Z
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SUMMARY:PFI: Managed Grazing 101
DESCRIPTION:Bassett Farms is a three-generation operation near Ames\, Iowa\, raising 1\,500 acres of row crops alongside a 100-head cow-calf herd. Mike manages the grazing side and has spent the past seven years building an adaptive grazing system that increases productivity while fitting within the realities of a working family farm. This pasture walk will be a practical\, step-by-step look at how that system works. \n  \nDuring the walk\, we’ll focus on Mike’s low-cost setup\, how he assesses forage\, his fence deployment and lessons he has learned along the way. Come with questions and see how Mike is increasing diversity\, carrying more cattle capacity per acre and extending the grazing season.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/pfi-managed-grazing-101/
LOCATION:Ames\, Ames\, IA
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Cover crops,Field day,Livestock
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260625T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260625T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T235958Z
CREATED:20260429T164926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T235958Z
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SUMMARY:ISU Research Farm Field Day
DESCRIPTION:8:30 AM Registration and refreshments \n9:00 Opening Remarks and Welcome – Greg Guenther\, President of the North Central Iowa Research Association \n9:15 Current Farm Updates and Projects – Matthew Schnabel and Ben Petersen \n9:30 Load For Plot Tours and Demonstrations: \n• Mid-season oat production practices with Dr. Margaret Smith\, Forage Agronomist with Albert Lea Seed \n• Herbicie Injury Plots with Meaghan Anderson\, Extension Field Agronomist \n• Current Agronomic Issues with Gentry Sorenson and Angie Rieck-Hinz\, Extension Field Agronomists \n12:00 PM Lunch
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/isu-research-farm-field-day-4/
LOCATION:Northern Research Farm\, 310 S. Main St.\, Kanawha\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Cover crops,Field day,NE Iowa,NW Iowa
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260623T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260623T235959
DTSTAMP:20260605T222800Z
CREATED:20260605T173051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T222800Z
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SUMMARY:Heartland Coop: Above the Canopy
DESCRIPTION:  \nSee the event flyer. \n  \nThe Heartland Co-op Conservation Team is partnering with the Beaver Creek Watershed Management Authority for a soil health presentation by Jeremy Gustafson\, Hagie High Clearance Seeder demonstration and saturated buffer demonstration! Lunch will be provided by the Iowa Cattlemen’s Association. Please RSVP for the meal by contacting Nolan Grove at ngrove@heartlandcoop.com or 515-971-8278. \n  \nTime: 10:30 AM-12:30 PM \nDate: Tuseday\, June 23rd \nLocation: The Luellen’s Shed\, 18591 N Ave\, Minburn\, IA \n  \nAgenda topics include: \n\nCover crop benefits\nCost share opportunities\nOn-farm Hagie interseeder demonstration\nBeaver Creek saturated buffer demonstration
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/heartland-coop-above-the-canopy/
LOCATION:Minburn\, Minburn\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Cover crops,Edge-of-field,Field day
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260623T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260623T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T201719Z
CREATED:20260604T201719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T201719Z
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SUMMARY:PFI: Habitat Restoration & Nature Inspired Grazing
DESCRIPTION:Mike DeCook and his sons\, Joshua and Wyatt DeCook\, operate DeCook Ranch in Monroe County\, Iowa. Over the last 30 years\, they have managed 800 acres of pasture\, custom-grazing 600 head of cattle. One of their goals has been to create a welcoming habitat for grassland birds. They use fire to mimic grazing and have restored prairie\, oak savanna\, woodlands and wetlands. Much of that land is protected through a permanent easement with Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation. \n  \nToday\, Mike and his family have protected over 2\,700 acres across three counties\, and their land is home to birds such as sandpipers\, turkeys\, trumpeter swans and songbirds. Join Mike and partners from Audubon Society as they share practical ways to improve habitat for native and migratory grassland birds.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/pfi-habitat-restoration-nature-inspired-grazing/
LOCATION:Lovilia\, Iowa\, Lovilia\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Field day,Habitat,Livestock,SE Iowa
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260622T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260622T235959
DTSTAMP:20260605T002235Z
CREATED:20260605T002235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T002235Z
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SUMMARY:ISA Summer Soy Series: Pella
DESCRIPTION:Get the inside scoop on global trade\, biofuels\, ag policy and other factors shaping the future of the soybean industry. You’ll find practical\, farmer-driven discussions on how these topics impact your operation. \nThis event includes a tour of Lely North America. \nLely North America is an Iowa-based agricultural technology company specializing in robotic and automated solutions for dairy farms across North America. As part of the global Lely Group\, the company designs and manufactures robotic milking\, feeding and barn management systems. \n  \nThis meeting is valued at $75. Registration is available to soybean farmers at no additional cost courtesy of their soybean checkoff. Registration cost for industry members to attend is $40. After hitting submit\, industry members will be directed to a payment link to finalize registration.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/isa-summer-soy-series-pella/
LOCATION:Pella\, Pella\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Meeting or session
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260618T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260618T235959
DTSTAMP:20260605T172211Z
CREATED:20260605T172211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T172211Z
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SUMMARY:Batch & Build Contractor Workshop - Hiawatha
DESCRIPTION:There are two available dates and locations for this workshop. Both days are identical in content. \n\nThe first workshop will be held at the Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Webster County office in Fort Dodge on June 16.\nThe second workshop will be held at the ISU Extension and Outreach Linn County office in Hiawatha on June 18. \n\nThe full-day event “Installing Drainage Water Quality Practices: An Iowa Batch and Build Contractor Workshop” will offer a detailed overview of bioreactors\, saturated buffers\, oxbows\, wetlands and other water quality improvement practices. Installation best practices and construction requirements will be discussed\, along with how to submit online bids for batch and build projects. \n  \nKapil Arora\, field agricultural engineer with ISU Extension and Outreach\, said the workshops will feature a panel discussion and a farm visit where these practices are installed. \n  \n“Drainage contractors\, watershed coordinators\, technical service providers\, agency staff\, drainage consultants\, producers\, landowners and others interested in the planning and installation of water quality practices for the improvement of farmland drainage will all benefit from attending these workshops\,” said Arora. \n  \nDiscussions during the workshops will be led by Chris Hay with Hay Water Solution LLC\, Jeremy Bril and Tanner Puls with the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship\, Sarah Anderson with the United States Department of Agriculture – Natural Resources Conservation Service\, Keegan Kult with the Agricultural Drainage Management Coalition and Arora. The workshops are sponsored by Agri-Drain\, the Great Outdoors Foundation and the Drain Tile Safety Coalition. \n  \nTo attend\, participants should register for one location only. Pre-registration is required\, and walk-ins will not be accepted. The registration fee is $75 per participant if registered by June 9 and $100 thereafter. Workshop materials\, morning and break refreshments and lunch are included in the registration fee.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/batch-build-contractor-workshop-hiawatha/
LOCATION:Hiawatha\, Hiawatha\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Conference,Edge-of-field,Field day,Meeting or session,Wetland
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260618T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260618T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T201204Z
CREATED:20260604T201204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T201204Z
UID:10000437-1781740800-1781827199@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:PFI: Cutting Nitrogen\, Grazing Cattle\, and Cultivating Flowers
DESCRIPTION:Ben and Hannah Offenburger of Open Gate Acres farm in southern Iowa\, raising corn\, beans\, alfalfa and cattle. They are part of PFI’s nitrogen rate trial and are using that data to lower their nitrogen inputs where they can. They practice intensive rotational grazing on 40 acres of pasture\, where they have used the Environmental Quality Incentives Program to add water and fencing. Ben plants short-season soybeans so he can plant a rye cover crop early for grazing. Always trying new things\, the Offenburgers have started a cut-flower enterprise this year. \n  \nCome to this diverse field day to hear what the Offenburgers have learned from this new endeavor. We’ll also hear how they use data from the nitrogen rate trial to reduce their inputs and see how they practice intensive rotational grazing with their cattle.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/pfi-cutting-nitrogen-grazing-cattle-and-cultivating-flowers/
LOCATION:Chariton\, Iowa\, Chariton
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Field day,Livestock,Nutrient management
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260616T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260616T235959
DTSTAMP:20260605T172115Z
CREATED:20260605T172115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T172115Z
UID:10000472-1781568000-1781654399@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:Batch & Build Contractor Workshop - Fort Dodge
DESCRIPTION:There are two available dates and locations for this workshop. Both days are identical in content. \n\nThe first workshop will be held at the Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Webster County office in Fort Dodge on June 16.\nThe second workshop will be held at the ISU Extension and Outreach Linn County office in Hiawatha on June 18. \n\nThe full-day event “Installing Drainage Water Quality Practices: An Iowa Batch and Build Contractor Workshop” will offer a detailed overview of bioreactors\, saturated buffers\, oxbows\, wetlands and other water quality improvement practices. Installation best practices and construction requirements will be discussed\, along with how to submit online bids for batch and build projects. \n  \nKapil Arora\, field agricultural engineer with ISU Extension and Outreach\, said the workshops will feature a panel discussion and a farm visit where these practices are installed. \n  \n“Drainage contractors\, watershed coordinators\, technical service providers\, agency staff\, drainage consultants\, producers\, landowners and others interested in the planning and installation of water quality practices for the improvement of farmland drainage will all benefit from attending these workshops\,” said Arora. \n  \nDiscussions during the workshops will be led by Chris Hay with Hay Water Solution LLC\, Jeremy Bril and Tanner Puls with the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship\, Sarah Anderson with the United States Department of Agriculture – Natural Resources Conservation Service\, Keegan Kult with the Agricultural Drainage Management Coalition and Arora. The workshops are sponsored by Agri-Drain\, the Great Outdoors Foundation and the Drain Tile Safety Coalition. \n  \nTo attend\, participants should register for one location only. Pre-registration is required\, and walk-ins will not be accepted. The registration fee is $75 per participant if registered by June 9 and $100 thereafter. Workshop materials\, morning and break refreshments and lunch are included in the registration fee.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/batch-build-contractor-workshop-fort-dodge/
LOCATION:Fort Dodge\, Fort Dodge\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Conference,Edge-of-field,Field day,Meeting or session,Wetland
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260615T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260615T235959
DTSTAMP:20260605T172447Z
CREATED:20260605T172447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T172447Z
UID:10000474-1781481600-1781567999@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:Iowa Cattlemen's Next Gen Day
DESCRIPTION:This fun event is for 6th through 12th-grade ICA Next Gen and Youth Beef Team members. Get registered today! \nThe day will be full of hands-on experiences to help participants deepen their understanding of the role of ICA\, meet peers with similar interests\, and build industry knowledge. If you are looking for a meaningful summer activity to keep learning going\, join us for the Next Gen Day! \n  \n\n\nThis event is reserved and free for ICA Next Gen and Youth Beef Team members. If you would like to participate and are not a Next Gen or Youth Beef Team member\, get your Next Gen membership here. The day will include snacks\, lunch\, and transportation to and from the local industry tour. \nWe encourage parents and leaders to enjoy the day exploring Ames or the local area while we keep your kids entertained and learning! \n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda:\n*This agenda is tentative – final details will be emailed to registered participants prior to the event.  \n9:00 a.m.          Welcome \n9:45 a.m.          Who Makes the Rules for Agriculture? \n11:00 a.m.        A Talk with Iowa’s Policy Makers \n12:10 p.m.       Exploring Careers – Lunch \n1:00 p.m.         Understanding the Beef Checkoff \n1:45 p.m.         Local Industry Tour \n2:45 p.m.         Growing as a Leader \n3:40 p.m.         Family Feud – ICA Style \n4:30 p.m.         Dismiss \nThis won’t be your typical classroom learning. We’ll incorporate engaging\, interactive elements throughout the agenda. Our goal is to provide a fun and impactful experience for these future leaders of Iowa’s beef cattle industry.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/iowa-cattlemens-next-gen-day/
LOCATION:Ames\, Ames\, IA
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Conference,Field day,For students,Livestock
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260615T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260615T235959
DTSTAMP:20260605T001301Z
CREATED:20260605T001301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T001301Z
UID:10000464-1781481600-1781567999@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:ISA Summer Soy Series: Boone
DESCRIPTION:Get the inside scoop on global trade\, biofuels\, ag policy and other factors shaping the future of the soybean industry. You’ll find practical\, farmer-driven discussions on how these topics impact your operation. \n  \nThis event includes a tour of AgCertain. AgCertain is an Iowa-based food and agriculture company specializing in identity-preserved\, traceable bio-based products and ingredient processing. The company produces specialty oils and refined glycerin for food\, personal care and industrial markets. \n  \nThis meeting is valued at $75. Registration is available to soybean farmers at no additional cost courtesy of their soybean checkoff. Registration cost for industry members to attend is $40. After hitting submit\, industry members will be directed to a payment link to finalize registration. \nFor additional information or assistance\, contact Kennady Henry at 515-491-3539 or khenry@iasoybeans.com.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/isa-summer-soy-series-boone/
LOCATION:Boone\, Boone\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Field day,Meeting or session
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260610T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260610T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T200915Z
CREATED:20260604T200915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T200915Z
UID:10000436-1781049600-1781135999@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:PFI Field Day: Prairie for People & Wildlife
DESCRIPTION:Host Tim and Mandy Youngquist\, will help you explore ways to turn cropland into spaces into thriving habitat that supports critical insect populations. Tim will share practical steps for preparing low-diversity land for this transition. He’ll also share ways to build diverse and resilient native plant communities. On this walking tour\, learn how prairie supports pollinators and wildlife\, improves water quality and creates strong ties between healthy farms and vibrant rural communities.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/pfi-field-day-prairie-for-people-wildlife/
LOCATION:Zearing\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Field day,Habitat
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260602T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260602T150000
DTSTAMP:20260429T172411Z
CREATED:20260429T172411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T172411Z
UID:10000432-1780389000-1780412400@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:2nd Annual Spray Drone Essentials
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our second annual Spray Drone Essentials Workshop. Designed for a wide range of attendees\, from curious farmers to licensed spray drone applicators and agtech startups.  This full-day workshop will provide both foundational knowledge and advanced insights into the world of agricultural drone spraying\, including compliance and regulatory for personal versus custom applicators\, general operations\, and set up and safety. Workshop includes hands on demonstrations from multiple spray drone providers.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/2nd-annual-spray-drone-essentials/
LOCATION:Alliant Energy Agriculture Innovation Lab\, 3800 University Blvd\, Ames\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260527T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260528T235959
DTSTAMP:20260429T171633Z
CREATED:20260429T171633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T171633Z
UID:10000431-1779840000-1780012799@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:Preparing for the FAA Part 107 Test
DESCRIPTION:Research to Rows is a series of workshops offered jointly by ISU Extension and Outreach and the ISU Digital Ag Innovation Lab. This intensive two-day workshop is designed for individuals looking to become FAA Part 107 Remote Pilots\, enabling them to fly drones commercially and safely in the US National Airspace System.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/preparing-for-the-faa-part-107-test/
LOCATION:Alliant Energy Agriculture Innovation Lab\, 3800 University Blvd\, Ames\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Field day
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260326T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260326T235959
DTSTAMP:20260304T212006Z
CREATED:20260304T212006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T212006Z
UID:10000416-1774483200-1774569599@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:From Seed to Strategy: Intentional Cover Crop Management
DESCRIPTION:Barry Fisher: Barry is a farmer\, retired Indiana NRCS Soil Health Specialist and founder of Fisher Soil Health LLC\, will share on intentional cover crop management. He is known for his soil health expertise by farmers\, crop specialists and agencies throughout the US Corn Belt and Northern Plains. \n  \nMeaghan Anderson: Meaghan is an ISU Extension & Outreach Agronomist and is well known in our area. Her focus will be on row\ncrop seedling health and vigor following cover crops. \nLearn about cost-share sources and stacking from our panel of industry and agency experts. Morning refreshments will be available at 8:30 a.m. A complimentary lunch will be provided. \n  \nAn RSVP is REQUIRED for this free event. To RSVP\, call 641-484-2702\, ext. 305 or email melody.bro@ia.nacdnet.net by Wednesday\, March 18. \nPersons with disabilities who require accommodation to participate in this event should contact Stacie Buhr at 641-484-2702\, ext. 3 or dial 7-1-1 to access telecommunication relay services at least 48 hours prior to the event. \n  \nSponsored by Tama Soil & Water Conservation District. Tama Soil & Water Conservation District operates in cooperation with the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service and the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship. All programs and services are offered on a nondiscriminatory basis without regard to race\, color\, national origin\, religion\, sex\, age\, marital status\, or handicap. USDA is an equal opportunity employer\, provider\, and lender. USDA programs are available to all without regard to race\, color\, national origin\, religion\, sex\, or disability
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/from-seed-to-strategy-intentional-cover-crop-management/
LOCATION:Toledo\, Toledo\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Cover crops,Meeting or session
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260325T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260325T235959
DTSTAMP:20260304T213436Z
CREATED:20260304T213436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T213436Z
UID:10000417-1774396800-1774483199@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:ISU Research: Annual Meeting and Educational Forum March 25
DESCRIPTION:AMES\, Iowa – Members\, farmers and ag business professionals are invited to attend the North Central Iowa Research Association annual meeting on Wednesday\, March 25\, at the Northern Research Farm\, located at 310 South Main Street\, Kanawha. \nThe association\, in partnership with Iowa State University\, oversees the Northern Research Farm and works with ISU Extension and Outreach to provide agronomic research\, demonstrations and educational events. \nThe annual meeting will feature the following topics: \n\nAg market outlook with Chad Hart\, professor of economics and extension grain markets specialist at ISU\nThe use of the N-FACT tool to determine nitrogen fertilization rates for corn with Sotirios Archontoulis\, professor of integrated cropping systems at ISU\, and Melissa Miller\, project director at the Iowa Nitrogen Initiative\nIn-depth look at cover crops and edge of field practices with Sean McCoy\, environmental specialist with the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship\nMental health resources for rural Iowans with David Brown\, behavioral health state specialist at ISU Extension and Outreach\n\nAdditionally\, Matt Schnabel\, research farm superintendent\, and Tim Goode\, director of ISU Research and Demonstration Farms\, will share a review of the farm activities and an overview of ISU’s outlying research farms. Greg Guenther\, president of the North Central Iowa Research Association\, will provide an update on the capital campaign\, the new facility and conduct the annual meeting.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/isu-research-annual-meeting-and-educational-forum-march-25/
LOCATION:Kanawha\, Kanawha\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Meeting or session,Nutrient management
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260324T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260324T235959
DTSTAMP:20260304T200931Z
CREATED:20260304T200931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T200931Z
UID:10000411-1774310400-1774396799@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:Cover Crop and Plant Disease Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Location\nAlliant Energy Ag Innovation Lab\n3800 University Blvd\nAmes\, IA 50010\nRSVP by March 17: 515-294-8912 or ilf@iastate.edu \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nIowa Learning Farms will host a cover crop and plant disease workshop as part of their Beyond the Basics: Advanced Cover Crop Series in Ames on Tuesday\, Mar. 24\, from 12:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Alliant Energy Agriculture Innovation Lab. The event is open to farmers and landowners at no cost and includes a complimentary meal. \n  \n “Cover crops play a critical role in keeping Iowa’s soil and water resources healthy. Though cover crops have many benefits\, challenges like plant pathogens and disease can negatively impact the following cash crop\,” said Mitch Harting\, Water Outreach Specialist with Iowa Learning Farms. “This workshop will help farmers understand pathogen movement between cereal rye and corn\, and the best management practices to reduce yield declines.” Attendees will also get insight into how they can implement alternative cover crops on their operation. \n  \n The workshop will feature Alison Roberston\, Extension Field Crop Pathologist at Iowa State University\, sharing about the disease interaction between cereal rye cover crops and the corn that follows. Robertson will also offer a hands-on demonstration allowing attendees to see seedling disease first-hand among different cover crop treatments. The agenda will also include Mark Kenney\, a local farmer who will offer insight into managing an oat cover crop as an alternative to rye. Additionally\, Ethan Thies\, Conservation Field Specialist with Iowa State University\, will discuss other alternatives to cereal rye ahead of corn and best management practices to avoid disease when using cover crops. \n  \n The field day will be held at the Alliant Energy Agriculture Innovation Lab\, 3800 University Blvd\, Ames\, IA 50010. The event and open to farmers and landowners\, though reservations are required to ensure adequate space and food. For reasonable accommodations and to RSVP\, please contact Mitch Harting at 515-294-8912 or ilf@iastate.edu by Mar. 17. Attendees will be entered in a drawing for ISU Prairie Strips honey.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/cover-crop-and-plant-disease-workshop/
LOCATION:Ames\, Ames\, IA
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Cover crops,Field day,Meeting or session
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260319T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260319T235959
DTSTAMP:20260304T200749Z
CREATED:20260304T200749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T200749Z
UID:10000410-1773878400-1773964799@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:Conservation On Tap
DESCRIPTION:Location\nBrightside Aleworks\n480 Center Place\nAltoona\, IA 50009\nRSVP: 515-294-5429 or ilf@iastate.edu \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nIowa Learning Farms will host a “Conservation On Tap” event on Thursday\, Mar. 19\, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Brightside Aleworks in Altoona. The event\, which is available at no cost\, will provide local farmers\, landowners and urban residents with a chance to discuss and ask questions. There will be an opportunity for networking following the event. \n  \n “Our intent with this event is to help build community through encouraging farmers\, landowners and urban residents to talk about topics important within the community — what keeps them up at night\, what challenges they see with conservation practices and what they want to learn more about\,” said Liz Ripley\, Iowa Learning Farms conservation and cover crop outreach specialist. “There will be no formal presentations or agenda\, just a chance to talk\, ask questions\, listen and learn while enjoying a beverage and provided food. We are looking forward to learning alongside everyone else who attends.” \n  \n Event hosts include Ripley\, as well as Matt Helmers\, Iowa Nutrient Research Center Director\, and Mark Licht\, associate professor and cropping systems specialist with ISU Extension and Outreach. Andrew Frana\, founder and co-owner of Brightside Aleworks\, will begin the discussion by highlighting the importance of water quality in the brewing process.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/conservation-on-tap/
LOCATION:Altoona\, Altoona\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Meeting or session
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260314T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260314T235959
DTSTAMP:20260304T211443Z
CREATED:20260304T211443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T211443Z
UID:10000415-1773446400-1773532799@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:Backyard Conservation
DESCRIPTION:Speakers:\nDarcy Maulsby\, Darcy Maulsby & Co. “Iowa’s Amazing Garden Stories: How Iowa Gardeners Changed the Course of History” \nJeremy Viles\, Calhoun County Natural Resources Conservation Service. “Pocket Prairie Wildflowers” \nMykayla Hagaman\, Iowa Monarch Conservation Consortium. “Gardening for Butterflies and Mowing for Monarchs” \nTehya Mitchell\, Calhoun County Conservation. Hands-On Activity: Teacup Bird Feeder \n  \nSponsors:\nCalhoun County Soil and Water Conservation District \nIowa State Extension Service \nCalhoun County Conservation \n  \nCost:\nFee is $10.00 payable at the door. \nThe fees for service will be used to offset direct expenses and to support the Agriculture\nand Natural Resources County Extension Program. This institution is an equal\nopportunity provider. For the full non-discrimination statement or accommodation\ninquiries\, go to www.extension.iastate.edu/legal.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/backyard-conservation/
LOCATION:Rockwell City\, Rockwell City\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Field day,Habitat,NW Iowa
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260226T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260226T235959
DTSTAMP:20250925T141625Z
CREATED:20250925T141613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T141625Z
UID:10000353-1772064000-1772150399@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:IPPA 2025 Regional Conferences - Algona
DESCRIPTION:This is an Iowa Pork Producers Event for owners/operators\, contract growers\, production employees\, veterinarians\, and swine industry stakeholders. Topics and speakers include: \n\nBrian Blumhagen discusses what to inspect in hog barns\, when to consider major repoairs\, and what related costs could be\nDr. Chris Rademacher explains effective mortality management.\nGracie Greiner Marlo covers the National Pork Board’s Impact Reports for conservation efforts\nISU Extension will focus on practical ways to improve barn ventilation
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/ippa-2025-regional-conferences-algona/
LOCATION:Algona\, Algona\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Conference,Livestock,NW Iowa
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260219T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260219T235959
DTSTAMP:20251208T174551Z
CREATED:20251208T174551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T174551Z
UID:10000395-1771459200-1771545599@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:2026 ISA Innovation to Profit - Templeton
DESCRIPTION:Join the Iowa Soybean Association on February 19 in Templeton to learn how research meets your bottom line. \nWe’ll pour fresh insights on the agronomic practices and programs that turn good ideas into profit. \n\nSoybean Trials That Work: Results from sulfur\, fungicide and insecticide to maximize ROI\nCover Crops That Pay: Cost-share programs and strategies to boost profitability\nConservation Without the Hassle: Edge-of-field practices that protect water and habitat\n\nBONUS: Raise a glass to ROI with a post-event tasting at the Templeton Whiskey Distillery.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/2026-isa-innovation-to-profit-templeton/
LOCATION:Templeton\, Templeton\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Conference,Cover crops,Edge-of-field,Habitat,SW Iowa
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260204T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260204T235959
DTSTAMP:20260113T215234Z
CREATED:20260113T215234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T215234Z
UID:10000399-1770163200-1770249599@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:Farm Forward: Challenge Assumptions & Grow Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:The Iowa Soybean Association invites farmers and industry alike to look at the beliefs\, systems and habits that have guided American agriculture for decades. From trade and transportation to innovation\, we’ll explore how asking better questions can lead to better outcomes for farmers\, rural communities and consumers alike. \n2026 Farm Forward will feature keynote speaker\, Ray Starling\, and expert panels that push boundaries and reimagine what’s possible for U.S. agriculture in an interconnected world.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/farm-forward-challenge-assumptions-grow-opportunities/
LOCATION:Des Moines\, Iowa\, Des Moines\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Conference
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