• Deadline: Tree planting grants

    Power of Trees is a partnership of Black Hills Energy, Trees Forever and your community to fund tree plantings that save energy, beautify your community and enhance the environment. It is offered to Iowa communities served by Black Hills Energy. Trees can be planted on both public and private property, but to qualify, the project…

  • Roles of Rye in Seed Production and Manure Management

    Walcott Walcott, Iowa

    Mike Paustian and his family operate a farrow-to-finish hog farm near Walcott, Iowa. They also grow 1,400 acres of row crops, including corn and soybeans, using 100% no-till and cover crops. Cover crops are drilled in immediately after harvest. This practice allows for good growth prior to applying fall hog manure. Mike plants cash crops…

  • Midwest Rural Agricultural Safety and Health Conference

    Amana Amana, Iowa

    The theme this year recognizes the interdisciplinary nature of the people, animals and plants in agriculture along with their shared environments.  This One Health approach is important to address complex health issues such as zoonotic and emerging infectious diseases. By using this approach, we build better communication and cooperation across many partners, respond more swiftly…

  • 3rd Southwest Iowa Local Foods Summit

    Logan Logan, Iowa

    About: Join us for the third annual Southwest Iowa Local Foods Summit featuring educational sessions from regional speakers, small businesses, locally sourced food, and networking opportunities. This year’s event will be held in Logan. Breakfast and lunch are included with your free registration.   Session topics will include: Farm to school Grants and funds available for…

  • No-Till and Soil Health Field Day

    Badger Badger, Iowa

    Iowa Learning Farms invites farmers and landowners to a No-Till and Soil Health Field Day focused on practical ways to improve soil conservation and productivity. Host Mark Thompson will share his experiences transitioning to full no-till practices on his farm, including tips for managing residue and timing field operations. Additional speakers include ISU Extension Field…