Whether you are a landowner interested in using fire as a land management tool or just wanting to learn more about prescribed fire, this workshop is for you! We will cover the history of fire in Iowa, ecological benefits, management goals, burn plans, fire weather, essential tools and equipment, safety and more!
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…
Details to be added later at https://www.iowalearningfarms.org/events/drost-field-day.
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…
Every Wednesday, Iowa Learning Farms hosts a webinar at 12 pm. Find more information about this week’s topic at iowalearningfarms.org.
Details to be added at https://www.iowalearningfarms.org/events/serf-field-day
Every Wednesday, Iowa Learning Farms hosts a webinar at 12 pm. Find more information about this week’s topic at iowalearningfarms.org.
Details to be added at https://www.iowalearningfarms.org/events/amundson-field-day.
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…
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…