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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260714T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260714T235959
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CREATED:20260604T202317Z
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SUMMARY:PFI: Oats and Drones
DESCRIPTION:Joe Rowe returned to farming in 2008 after growing up on a row crop farm but stepping away for a decade of schooling and other pursuits. Since then\, he has farmed with a dedication to being curious and continually improving. He started strip-tilling and cover cropping in 2015 and has since adapted his fertilizer program to include variable-rate and drone applications\, biologicals in the furrow and Y-drop application to balance nitrogen needs. \n  \nAs an investor in Green Acres Milling\, Joe has added oats into his rotation with corn and soybeans. An active participant in PFI’s Cooperators’ Program\, he is trialing two clover mixes interseeded with his oats. Joe is excited to show how he uses a drone for topdressing\, fungicide and herbicide applications and share how extended rotation is building resiliency on his farm.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/pfi-oats-and-drones/
LOCATION:Osage\, Osage\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Cover crops,Field day,NE Iowa
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260715T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260715T235959
DTSTAMP:20260618T221937
CREATED:20260604T202450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T202450Z
UID:10000445-1784073600-1784159999@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:PFI: Expanding Cover Crop Impact: Seed Production and Reduced Inputs
DESCRIPTION:Chad and Wendy Petersen raise corn\, soybeans and cattle near Bennett\, Iowa. They practice minimum tillage and use cover crops on their own farm\, and they appreciate seeing more farmers integrating soil health practices. Chad and Wendy are passionate about expanding cover crops on the landscape: In addition to using cover crops on their own farm\, they also run a cover crop seeding business\, Venture Ag. \n  \nRecently\, the Petersens began looking at their fertilizer use. This focus has enabled them to reduce their applied phosphorus and nitrogen by 25%. Chad is eager to share how these strategies are helping the couple achieve their stewardship goals while maintaining yields and economic resilience. At this field day\, we’ll also see a field of rye going to seed for the farm’s cover crop use come fall.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/pfi-expanding-cover-crop-impact-seed-production-and-reduced-inputs/
CATEGORIES:Cover crops,SE Iowa
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260715T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260715T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T221937
CREATED:20250829T180616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T180616Z
UID:10000046-1784116800-1784120400@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:Iowa Learning Farms Webinar
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-webinar/2026-07-15/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-webinar/2026-07-15/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260716T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260716T235959
DTSTAMP:20260618T221937
CREATED:20260604T202617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T202617Z
UID:10000446-1784160000-1784246399@www.iaagwater.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260720T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260720T235959
DTSTAMP:20260618T221937
CREATED:20260604T202807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T202807Z
UID:10000447-1784505600-1784591999@www.iaagwater.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260721T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260721T235959
DTSTAMP:20260618T221937
CREATED:20260605T002544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T002704Z
UID:10000471-1784592000-1784678399@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:ISA Shop Talk: Homestead
DESCRIPTION:Join the Iowa Soybean Association Research Center for Farming Innovation\, Ross McCaw and Amana Farms for a conversation on making cover crops work in your operation. \nDiscussion topics will include seeding methods\, stand establishment\, equipment considerations\, livestock grazing\, in-season management and termination approaches. Hear practical experiences from the field\, connect with fellow farmers and pick up strategies to support your cover crop goals. \nCoffee and refreshments provided.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/isa-shop-talk-homestead/
LOCATION:Homestead\, Homestead\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Cover crops,Meeting or session,SE Iowa
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260722T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260722T235959
DTSTAMP:20260618T221937
CREATED:20260604T203006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T203018Z
UID:10000448-1784678400-1784764799@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:PFI: Conservation in Action on a Multigenerational Family Farm
DESCRIPTION:Ken Fawcett has been part of Fawcett Family Farms for decades. The operation\, in Cedar County\, Iowa\, is now run by Ken’s son\, Thomas\, and nephew\, Kent Stuart. But though retired\, Ken is still passionate about the legacy and stewardship of the family ground. Over the last 50 years\, Ken and his family have adopted a range of conservation practices\, such as no-till\, riparian buffers\, prairie restoration and cover crops. \n  \nEncouraged by soil health benefits and decreased soil erosion\, they strive to improve their land and stay profitable while preserving the environment for generations to come. Join Ken and his family at this field day to see their conservation efforts in action. They’ll share how they implement and manage practices\, and how they strive to work with the Iowa landscape to maintain a successful operation.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/conservation-in-action-on-a-multigenerational-family-farm/
LOCATION:West Branch\, West Branch\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Cover crops,Field day,Habitat,No till and strip till,SE Iowa
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260722T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260722T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T221937
CREATED:20250829T180616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T180616Z
UID:10000047-1784721600-1784725200@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:Iowa Learning Farms Webinar
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-webinar/2026-07-22/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-webinar/2026-07-22/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260728T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260728T235959
DTSTAMP:20260618T221937
CREATED:20260604T203141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T203141Z
UID:10000449-1785196800-1785283199@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:PFI: Considering Cover Crops? Species\, Mixes and Support To Meet Your Farm’s Needs
DESCRIPTION:Eric Fara grew up in Shelby County\, Iowa\, where his family raised crops for seed and his grandpa ran a grain elevator through which he sold the seed. About 25 years ago\, they started raising wagyu cattle and grazing them on cover crops when possible. Eric felt a strong pull back to the farm after completing his education. To find his niche in the family operation\, he started doing custom cover crop application using the cleaned rye and oat seed. \n  \nCome to the Fara family’s field day to see plots of various cover crop species and mixes. You’ll hear about opportunities for cost-share to support adding cover crops. Eric is also excited to share how he has grown his custom seeding business to more than 1\,600 acres of cover crops\, plus some alfalfa and land in the Conservation Reserve Program.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/pfi-considering-cover-crops-species-mixes-and-support-to-meet-your-farms-needs/
LOCATION:Irwin\, Irwin\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Cover crops,Field day,SW Iowa
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260729T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260729T235959
DTSTAMP:20260618T221937
CREATED:20260604T203658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T203658Z
UID:10000450-1785283200-1785369599@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:PFI: Grazing for a Goal
DESCRIPTION:Karl Palmberg’s Larchwood\, Iowa\, farm has been in his family since 1938. But when he left for college\, the operation was mothballed and put into hibernation. After retiring from the military\, Karl returned to the farm and is building it back from scratch. He has been reevaluating the fundamentals and pivoting what he does to settle on what works. The goal is to produce healthy food for healthy people\, which for Karl starts in the soil. Come hear how Karl is grazing his cattle and using unique inputs like biochar to achieve his goals.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/pfi-grazing-for-a-goal/
LOCATION:Larchwood\, Larchwood\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Cover crops,Field day,Livestock,NW Iowa
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260729T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260729T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T221937
CREATED:20250829T180616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T180616Z
UID:10000048-1785326400-1785330000@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:Iowa Learning Farms Webinar
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-webinar/2026-07-29/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-webinar/2026-07-29/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260730T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260730T235959
DTSTAMP:20260618T221937
CREATED:20260604T231508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T231508Z
UID:10000455-1785369600-1785455999@www.iaagwater.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260804T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260804T235959
DTSTAMP:20260618T221937
CREATED:20260604T231114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T231114Z
UID:10000453-1785801600-1785887999@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:PFI: Grazing CRP for Beginning Farmers
DESCRIPTION:The Adam family has farmed their land near Harper\, Iowa\, since 1851. Eric and Madison Adam are trying to manage the ground with the next 175 years in mind. One of the tools they’re using is grazing land set aside in the Conservation Reserve Program. Eric believes that CRP is an investment in soil health as part of a long-term crop rotation. But taking land out of production can be a barrier to adoption. \n  \nOne lesser-known but useful way Eric and Madison are adding value to CRP is by taking advantage of a rule allowing penalty-free grazing by beginning farmers. At this field day\, we’ll learn more about this option and how it fits into the Adams’ operation. Though Eric says his acres and number of goats are on the smaller end\, he knows the ideas are useful for larger operations as well.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/pfi-grazing-crp-for-beginning-farmers/
LOCATION:Harper\, Harper\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Field day,Habitat,Livestock,SE Iowa
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260804T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260804T235959
DTSTAMP:20260618T221937
CREATED:20260604T231303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T231303Z
UID:10000454-1785801600-1785887999@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:PFI: Cleaning Water With Edge-of-Field Practices
DESCRIPTION:Jim O’Connell and his son\, Casey\, specialize in corn and soybeans at O’Connell Farms in Linn County\, Iowa. For the past 17 years\, Jim has planted cover crops green into both corn and beans on all his acres. His farming practices are focused on reducing nitrates from water that leaves his land. He uses a variety of edge-of-field practices\, like bioreactors and saturated buffers. He also has a 1.8-acre wetland. These practices have helped Jim cut nitrogen leaving his land by 70% – and recently earned him a Water Warrior award from the nonprofit Wings2Water. \n  \nJim also works closely with the city of Cedar Rapids to monitor water quality and with Iowa State University to monitor biodiversity on their farm and wetland. Join Jim and Casey as they show how they improve water quality within their watershed.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/pfi-cleaning-water-with-edge-of-field-practices/
LOCATION:Cedar Rapids\, Cedar Rapids\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Cover crops,Edge-of-field,Field day,Habitat,NE Iowa
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260805T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260805T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T221937
CREATED:20250829T180616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T180616Z
UID:10000049-1785931200-1785934800@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:Iowa Learning Farms Webinar
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-webinar/2026-08-05/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-webinar/2026-08-05/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260812T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260812T235959
DTSTAMP:20260618T221937
CREATED:20260604T230757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T230757Z
UID:10000452-1786492800-1786579199@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:PFI: Virtual Cover Crop Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This virtual cover crop workshop offers an afternoon of sessions for farmers who are currently using cover crops in their farm practices\, as well as those considering it. All are welcome to attend! You’ll hear about grazing cover crops and seasonal cover crop management. We’ll also share the basics of how to get started with cover crops and bringing livestock back to the land.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/pfi-virtual-cover-crop-workshop/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Cover crops,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260812T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260812T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T221937
CREATED:20250829T180616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T180616Z
UID:10000050-1786536000-1786539600@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:Iowa Learning Farms Webinar
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-webinar/2026-08-12/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-webinar/2026-08-12/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260815T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260815T235959
DTSTAMP:20260618T221937
CREATED:20260604T230458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T230458Z
UID:10000451-1786752000-1786838399@www.iaagwater.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260819T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260819T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T221937
CREATED:20250829T180616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T180616Z
UID:10000051-1787140800-1787144400@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:Iowa Learning Farms Webinar
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-webinar/2026-08-19/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-webinar/2026-08-19/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260822T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260822T235959
DTSTAMP:20260618T221937
CREATED:20260604T231714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T231714Z
UID:10000456-1787356800-1787443199@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:PFI: Sustaining a Legacy of Stewardship
DESCRIPTION:Rosmann Family Farms is a 700-acre certified organic farm that supports three generations of the Rosmann family with a mixture of corn\, soybeans\, popcorn\, small grains\, forages and pasture as well as cattle\, hogs and chickens. Across decades\, the Rosmanns have established a patchwork of 47 different fields throughout their whole farm. They are strong proponents of contour farming\, ridge-till and producing compost to fertilize their fields. \n  \nThe Rosmanns care deeply about continuing their legacy of stewardship\, advocating for practices and policies that support healthy farms and landscapes. Ron Rosmann will share a few words about his new book “A Practical Farmer’s Journey: A History of Community\, Stewardship and Resilience” before the family leads a tour of the farm and practices that inspired the publication.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/pfi-sustaining-a-legacy-of-stewardship/
LOCATION:Harlan\, Harlan\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Field day,SW Iowa
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260825T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260826T235959
DTSTAMP:20260618T221937
CREATED:20260127T203510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T203510Z
UID:10000407-1787616000-1787788799@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:Conservation Districts of Iowa Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Annual meeting for conservation districts around Iowa; topics will include conservation planning\, practices\, and partnership strategies.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/conservation-districts-of-iowa-annual-conference/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260825T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260826T235959
DTSTAMP:20260618T221937
CREATED:20260417T163543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T163543Z
UID:10000419-1787616000-1787788799@www.iaagwater.org
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260826T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260826T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T221937
CREATED:20250829T180616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T180616Z
UID:10000052-1787745600-1787749200@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:Iowa Learning Farms Webinar
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-webinar/2026-08-26/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-webinar/2026-08-26/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260827T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260827T170000
DTSTAMP:20260618T221937
CREATED:20260604T231908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T231908Z
UID:10000457-1787817600-1787850000@www.iaagwater.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260831T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260831T235959
DTSTAMP:20260618T221937
CREATED:20260604T232150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T232150Z
UID:10000458-1788134400-1788220799@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:PFI: Using Data for Informed Decision-Making in Northwest Iowa
DESCRIPTION:Will Jones farms just under 3\,000 acres of row crops outside of Sioux Rapids\, Iowa. Data is central to how he makes management decisions for those acres. Will is in his third year of planting corn after corn on 90% of his acres based on the carbon scores in his soil. To sample soil\, he pulls cores from zones in his fields. He also does tissue sampling to get a snapshot of what’s going on in his fields\, adjusting his management plan accordingly. Will has planted triticale\, rye\, turnips and radishes for cover crops and now only plants winter camelina. \n  \nAt this field day\, we’ll see how this data fits together. We’ll visit fields that are a result of these practices and look at the equipment Will uses for strip-tilling. We’ll also view data from the soil and tissue sampling and discuss how it has informed Will’s decisions.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/pfi-using-data-for-informed-decision-making-in-northwest-iowa/
LOCATION:Sioux Rapids\, Sioux Rapids\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Field day,No till and strip till,Nutrient management,NW Iowa
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260901T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260901T235959
DTSTAMP:20260618T221937
CREATED:20260604T232330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T232330Z
UID:10000459-1788220800-1788307199@www.iaagwater.org
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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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260902T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T221937
CREATED:20250829T180616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T180616Z
UID:10000053-1788350400-1788354000@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:Iowa Learning Farms Webinar
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-webinar/2026-09-02/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-webinar/2026-09-02/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260909T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260909T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T221937
CREATED:20250829T180616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T180616Z
UID:10000054-1788955200-1788958800@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:Iowa Learning Farms Webinar
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-webinar/2026-09-09/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-webinar/2026-09-09/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260912T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260912T235959
DTSTAMP:20260618T221937
CREATED:20260604T232600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T232600Z
UID:10000460-1789171200-1789257599@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:PFI: No-till\, Covers\, & Livestock
DESCRIPTION:Justin Wehling began farming in 2023 with a conventional approach. He is now making small changes and trialing different practices to improve the soil health on his land. Justin moved to no-till and is experimenting with roller-crimping. He is part of PFI’s N Rate Risk Protection Program to try to reduce his inputs. He is also getting livestock on his land by working with a neighbor who has cattle\, who’s now grazing Justin’s cover crops. \n  \nCome to this field day to experience a farm at the beginning of its cover crop and soil health regeneration journey. We’ll see cattle grazing a diverse cover crop mix and a trial for relay cropping. Justin will talk about what he’s learned from different practices he has tried and uses today. He’ll also discuss reducing inputs and costs\, and his plans for the future of his farm.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/pfi-no-till-covers-livestock/
LOCATION:Waverly\, Waverly\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Cover crops,Field day,Livestock,NE Iowa,No till and strip till
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260916T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260917T235959
DTSTAMP:20260618T221937
CREATED:20260127T203145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T203145Z
UID:10000405-1789516800-1789689599@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:Iowa Water Conference
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate 20 Years of Impact\nMark your calendars for the 20th annual Iowa Water Conference\, taking place September 16–17\, 2026. For the first time\, we gather at Historic Arnolds Park along beautiful Lake Okoboji—a unique and relevant setting for connection and learning at the heart of Iowa’s treasured lakes region. The 2026 event celebrates two decades of advancing water solutions and the people who make it possible\, honoring our legacy and inspiring our next chapter.​ \nHonoring a Legacy\, Looking Forward\nThis year’s 20th anniversary theme will spotlight Iowa’s water milestones\, while challenging our community to set bold new goals. Join the network of professionals\, researchers\, and advocates shaping the future of water in Iowa and the Midwest.​ \nSave the Dates\, Submit Your Ideas\nJoin us September 16–17\, 2026\, at Historic Arnolds Park\, Lake Okoboji. Be a part of this milestone event—whether presenting at a session\, engaging with exhibitors\, or joining our celebration on the lakeshore. Please see the Call for Presentations tab on this website for detailed information. In addition\, you are invited to submit your ideas for a pre-conference\, or conference tour activity. To submit your idea\, please complete this form. \nAll submissions will be reviewed and tour activities chosen by April 1\, 2026. \nFor more details and updates\, check back on our website or contact the conference team.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/iowa-water-conference/
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