Calendar
| 2008 | |
| June 09 | Midwest Composting School The Midwest Composting School 2008 features an intensive three-day program that will train participants in the science of composting, handling multiple feedstocks, enhancing compost quality, compost sampling and analytical processes, environmental regulations, and understanding compost markets. The school focuses on a combination of hands-on training, lecture and discussion, facility operator panel discussions, and problem solving. This three-day school will be held at Field Extension Education Laboratory (FEEL) of Iowa State University in Ames, IA from June 9 through June 11, 2008. Certificates will be provided to the participants upon successful completion of the school. For questions about the school curriculum, please contact Kapil Arora, Extension Field Engineer, Iowa State University Extension, 220 H Avenue, Nevada, Iowa. Phone: (515) 382-6551. Fax: (515) 382-2696. Email: pbtiger@iastate.edu Read More. |
| June 10 | Midwest Composting School - continuation Read More. |
| June 11 | Midwest Composting School - continuation Read More. |
| June 24 | CSI: Crops 4-H Program CSI:Crops is a 4-H program for individuals attending the State 4-H Conference that have selected this track. Students spend 3 days learning about crop production while they solve crop management 'crimes' in the field. Read More. |
| June 25 | CSI:Crops 4-H program - continuation CSI:Crops is a 4-H program for individuals attending the State 4-H Conference that have selected this track. Students spend 3 days learning about crop production while they solve crop management 'crimes' in the field. Read More. |
| June 26 | ISU Weed Science Field Day The ISU Weed Science Field Day has been announced and is scheduled for June 26th at the ISU Curtiss Farm on South State Street in Ames, Iowa. Registration will begin at 8:30AM for the self-guided tour. A $20 registration fee will be charged and refreshments will be available. No pre-registration is required. For further details, contact Mike Owen at mdowen@iastate.edu or 515-294-5936. |
| June 26 | CSI:Crops 4-H program - continuation CSI:Crops is a 4-H program for individuals attending the State 4-H Conference that have selected this track. Students spend 3 days learning about crop production while they solve crop management 'crimes' in the field. Read More. |
| July 14 | Crop Diagnostic Clinic Crop Diagnostic Clinics stress accurate diagnosis of crop management problems. Over 40 acres of demonstrations and in-field exercises are used to reinforce management topics and build diagnostic skills. These intensive two-day clinics focus on hands-on in-field education and interaction with Iowa State University Extension specialists. For 2006, we have completely redesigned the clinics. You can now choose which sessions to attend, building an educational experience that fits your needs. Read More. |
| July 15 | Crop Diagnostic Clinic - continuation Read More. |
| July 21 | Crop Diagnostic Clinic Crop Diagnostic Clinics stress accurate diagnosis of crop management problems. Over 40 acres of demonstrations and in-field exercises are used to reinforce management topics and build diagnostic skills. These intensive two-day clinics focus on hands-on in-field education and interaction with Iowa State University Extension specialists. For 2006, we have completely redesigned the clinics. You can now choose which sessions to attend, building an educational experience that fits your needs. Read More. |
| July 22 | Crop Diagnostic Clinic - continuation Read More. |
| August 05 | Soybean Cyst Nematode Clinic Soybean cyst nematode (SCN) is a widespread and very serious pest of soybean in Iowa. Until 2005, it had been several years since widespread, devastating losses from SCN had occurred in the state. This clinic will consist of discussion of a wide range of topics relating to the biology and management of SCN. There also will be hands-on activities and live specimens of the various nematode life stages and infected soybean plants. Read More. |
| September 03 | Alfalfa Clinic This clinic will examine what it takes to reach top levels of forage production in Iowa. Read More. |
| September 04 | Late-season Disease Clinic The Late-Season Crop Disease Clinic focuses on identification and management of crop diseases in corn and soybean. A fully irrigated field demonstration area and prepared greenhouse samples provide an excellent hands-on experience in disease identification and diagnosis. Read More. |
| September 09 | Iowa Drainage School Purpose of the Drainage School explore sub-surface drainage concepts training on the design and layout of drainage systems, calculating line sizes and spacing using actual field data, making connections and setting up drainage control structures discussion on repairing common drainage system issues review of NRCS and IDDA regulatory considerations for sub-surface drainage. School format: This is a three-day school with each day including a combination of hands-on training, field activities, classroom discussion, and problem solving using examples. By attending this school, participants will be able to plan and layout subsurface drainage systems and complete estimated project costs. Who should attend: drainage contractors professional engineers and consultants NRCS professionals county administrators landowners IDDA officials anyone interested in subsurface drainage design and maintenance Read More. |
| September 10 | Iowa Drainage School - continuation Read More. |
| September 11 | Iowa Drainage School - continuation Read More. |
| September 15 | Soil Management Clinic The objectives of the soil management clinic are to provide information and training related to the effects of soil management practices and equipment effects on the physical, chemical, and biological properties of the soil and soil quality indices. The clinic also will provide training on soil profile descriptions of different soil series. Read More. |
| December 01 | Ag Chemical Dealer Update - Iowa City Ag Chemical Dealer Updates review crop production experiences during the 2008 growing season to prepare for potential problems in 2009. Iowa State University Extension specialists discuss integrated pest management techniques, product performance, and research results from Iowa and surrounding states. Read More. |
| December 02 | Ag Chemical Dealer Update - Waterloo Ag Chemical Dealer Updates review crop production experiences during the 2008 growing season to prepare for potential problems in 2009. Iowa State University Extension specialists discuss integrated pest management techniques, product performance, and research results from Iowa and surrounding states. Read More. |
| December 02 | Ag Chemical Dealer Update - Calmar Ag Chemical Dealer Updates review crop production experiences during the 2008 growing season to prepare for potential problems in 2009. Iowa State University Extension specialists discuss integrated pest management techniques, product performance, and research results from Iowa and surrounding states. Read More. |
| December 03 | Ag Chemical Dealer Update - Mason City Ag Chemical Dealer Updates review crop production experiences during the 2008 growing season to prepare for potential problems in 2009. Iowa State University Extension specialists discuss integrated pest management techniques, product performance, and research results from Iowa and surrounding states. Read More. |
| December 10 | Integrated Crop Management Conference The ICM Conference features over 30 different workshops on nutrient management, soil and water management, crop management, and pest management. Speakers from ISU and around the midwest present results from latest research in crop production and protection. Read More. |
| December 11 | Integrated Crop Management Conference - continuation Read More. |
| December 15 | Ag Chemical Dealer Update - Lewis Ag Chemical Dealer Updates review crop production experiences during the 2008 growing season to prepare for potential problems in 2009. Iowa State University Extension specialists discuss integrated pest management techniques, product performance, and research results from Iowa and surrounding states. Read More. |
| December 16 | Ag Chemical Dealer Update - Storm Lake Ag Chemical Dealer Updates review crop production experiences during the 2008 growing season to prepare for potential problems in 2009. Iowa State University Extension specialists discuss integrated pest management techniques, product performance, and research results from Iowa and surrounding states. Read More. |
| December 17 | Ag Chemical Dealer Update - Ames Ag Chemical Dealer Updates review crop production experiences during the 2008 growing season to prepare for potential problems in 2009. Iowa State University Extension specialists discuss integrated pest management techniques, product performance, and research results from Iowa and surrounding states. Read More. |
| December 18 | Ag Chemical Dealer Update - Osceola Ag Chemical Dealer Updates review crop production experiences during the 2008 growing season to prepare for potential problems in 2009. Iowa State University Extension specialists discuss integrated pest management techniques, product performance, and research results from Iowa and surrounding states. Read More. |
| January 05 | Crop Advantage Series - Sheldon These conferences are designed for producers and agribusiness professionals. They offer research-based information which helps producers make management decisions for their 2009 crop season. Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Credts will be available for most conferences. Read More. |
| January 06 | Crop Advantage Series - Mason City These conferences are designed for producers and agribusiness professionals. They offer research-based information which helps producers make management decisions for their 2009 crop season. Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Credts will be available for most conferences. Read More. |
| January 07 | Crop Advantage Series - Cedar Rapids These conferences are designed for producers and agribusiness professionals. They offer research-based information which helps producers make management decisions for their 2009 crop season. Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Credts will be available for most conferences. Read More. |
| January 08 | Crop Advantage Series - Ames These conferences are designed for producers and agribusiness professionals. They offer research-based information which helps producers make management decisions for their 2009 crop season. Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Credts will be available for most conferences. Read More. |
| January 09 | Crop Advantage Series - Burlington These conferences are designed for producers and agribusiness professionals. They offer research-based information which helps producers make management decisions for their 2009 crop season. Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Credts will be available for most conferences. Read More. |
| January 12 | CCA Exam Review Class The Iowa State University Extension Agribusiness Education Program is offering a 2- day Certified Crop Adviser Exam Review Session in preparation for the February 2009 CCA exam. Read More. |
| January 13 | CCA Exam Review Class - continuation Read More. |
| January 14 | Crop Advantage Series - Spirit Lake These conferences are designed for producers and agribusiness professionals. They offer research-based information which helps producers make management decisions for their 2009 crop season. Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Credts will be available for most conferences. Read More. |
| January 15 | Crop Advantage Series - Osceola These conferences are designed for producers and agribusiness professionals. They offer research-based information which helps producers make management decisions for their 2009 crop season. Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Credts will be available for most conferences. Read More. |
| January 20 | Crop Advantage Series - Cherokee These conferences are designed for producers and agribusiness professionals. They offer research-based information which helps producers make management decisions for their 2009 crop season. Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Credts will be available for most conferences. Read More. |
| January 21 | Crop Advantage Series - Ottumwa These conferences are designed for producers and agribusiness professionals. They offer research-based information which helps producers make management decisions for their 2009 crop season. Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Credts will be available for most conferences. Read More. |
| January 22 | Crop Advantage Series - Ft. Dodge These conferences are designed for producers and agribusiness professionals. They offer research-based information which helps producers make management decisions for their 2009 crop season. Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Credts will be available for most conferences. Read More. |
| January 27 | Crop Advantage Series - Carroll These conferences are designed for producers and agribusiness professionals. They offer research-based information which helps producers make management decisions for their 2009 crop season. Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Credts will be available for most conferences. Read More. |
| January 28 | Crop Advantage Series - Waterloo These conferences are designed for producers and agribusiness professionals. They offer research-based information which helps producers make management decisions for their 2009 crop season. Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Credts will be available for most conferences. Read More. |
| January 29 | Crop Advantage Series - Atlantic These conferences are designed for producers and agribusiness professionals. They offer research-based information which helps producers make management decisions for their 2009 crop season. Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Credts will be available for most conferences. Read More. |
| March 07 | Crop Scout School Crop Scout School is designed for those who have little or no previous scouting experience and plan to work as crop scouts. The school provides field crop scouts with an overview of the basic diagnostic skills required for recognizing and documenting field crop problems. No CCA credits are given for this school. Read More. |
| December 02 | Integrated Crop Management Conference The 2-day ICM Conference features over 30 different workshops on nutrient management, soil and water management, crop management, and pest management. Speakers from ISU and around the midwest present results from latest research in crop production and protection. Read More. |
| December 03 | Integrated Crop Management Conference - continuation Read More. |

