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SUMMARY:PFI: Oxbows to Improve Water Quality
DESCRIPTION:In 2018\, Selden Spencer purchased farmland along White Fox Creek in Hamilton County\, Iowa. The 100-acre property\, previously owned by Ray Fry\, is a mixture of cropland\, woodland\, ravines and riparian corridors. Ray still manages the property today. Before he sold the land\, Ray worked diligently alongside The Nature Conservancy to restore an oxbow along the creek. These U-shaped former stream bends remain one of the most effective ways to improve water quality on agricultural land. \n  \nSelden and Ray recognize the importance of oxbows and work together to maintain it. They also have plans for future conservation projects. At this field day\, be prepared to walk on uneven ground as Selden shares how oxbows help Iowa’s water quality and habitat. Bring a lawn chair for opening introductions as seating will be limited.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/pfi-oxbows-to-improve-water-quality/
LOCATION:Webster City\, Webster City\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Edge-of-field,Field day,Habitat,Wetland
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260818T000000
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SUMMARY:NREC Batch & Build Workshop: Site Vetting and Surveying
DESCRIPTION:This is the second of a series of workshops to help equip ag retail professionals and others to address Iowa’s nitrogen challenge by scaling edge-of-field practices through batch and build delivery models. In coordination with INREC\, the workshop is being hosted by Heartland Co-op and the Agricultural Drainage Management Coalition. There is no registration cost and attendees do not need to have attended Part 1\, all are welcome! \n  \nPlease RSVP here. \nTime: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM \nLocation: LICA Farm: 1723 290th Street\, Melbourne\, IA 50162
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/nrec-batch-build-workshop-site-vetting-and-surveying/
LOCATION:Melbourne\, Melbourne
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Edge-of-field,Field day
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260825T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260826T235959
DTSTAMP:20260417T163543Z
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SUMMARY:CDI Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Based on feedback from our membership\, we have pushed back the dates by one day. \nOur conference will be Tuesday and Wednesday\, August 25 & 26. Look for details and registration information this spring.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/cdi-annual-conference/
LOCATION:Ames\, Ames\, IA
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Conference
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260827T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T231908Z
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SUMMARY:PFI: Boosting a Farm’s Resiliency Through Cover Crops and Crop Rotations
DESCRIPTION:Ross McCaw began planting cover crops in 2019 to try to reduce his nitrogen inputs. He’s taking part in a nitrogen reduction trial through PFI’s on-farm research program to document the results. In 2023\, Ross started planting a three-crop rotation to raise more rye for seed and get all of the benefits of cover crops. He added plant growth regulators to achieve a healthier rye stand for harvesting. After the rye comes out\, he drills in a diverse cover crop mix. Ross is partnering with his landlord to graze his 25 cattle in the fall and has added a grazing mix to the rotation in one of his fields. \n  \nAt this field day\, you’ll see the diverse cover crop mix growing after the rye has been harvested\, and before the cattle graze it. We’ll also see a field planted in cover crops going into corn the following year.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/pfi-boosting-a-farms-resiliency-through-cover-crops-and-crop-rotations/
LOCATION:Marengo\, Marengo\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Cover crops,Field day,SE Iowa
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260901T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260901T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T232330Z
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SUMMARY:PFI: Establishing Native Historical Prairie Through Targeted Seed Selection
DESCRIPTION:Jon Judson and his wife\, Kay Neumann\, own and operate Diversity Farms\, a sprawling 300-acre property comprising woodlands\, wetlands\, prairie and a small pasture for grass-fed beef as well as a small orchard. Over time\, Jon has reestablished prairie from remnant prairie\, emphasizing strong genetics for robust reconstructions. His passion has led to him to start his own business in prairie restoration. \n  \nFor this field day\, wear sturdy shoes and be prepared for uneven ground. Jon will show how it’s possible to create resilient prairie through targeted seed selection. He’ll also discuss opportunities for setting aside land into permanent easements and turning former cropland back into the habitat that existed historically.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/pfi-establishing-native-historical-prairie-through-targeted-seed-selection/
LOCATION:Coon Rapids\, Coon Rapids\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Field day,Habitat
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261103T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261103T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T232858Z
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SUMMARY:PFI: Cover Crops and Conservation Across All Acres
DESCRIPTION:Jackson and Amanda Drost are part of Drost Farms\, a multigenerational family farm in Mahaska County\, Iowa\, raising corn\, soybeans and cattle. Around 2010\, the Drosts flew on their first acres of rye cover crop to graze with their cow-calf herd. Those initial acres have increased in recent years. While using primarily rye and oats\, they have begun adding other species like turnips and camelina. They also use buffer strips\, sediment basins\, terraces\, waterways and saturated buffers. \n  \n\nJackson’s passion for farming started at a young age. He’s now passing that love to sons Richard and Andy\, who have started their own popcorn business. The Drosts are excited to share how and why they use cover crops on 100% of their acres\, and how they steward the land and water for future generations.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/pfi-cover-crops-and-conservation-across-all-acres/
LOCATION:Oskaloosa\, Oskaloosa\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Cover crops,Edge-of-field,Field day,Habitat,Livestock,SE Iowa
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