Calendar Archives
| 01 Mar 2006 | Continuation of Soybean Management Short Course 8:00 AM - Continuation of Soybean Management Short Course |
| 10 Mar 2006 | Extension Panel Meeting 9:00 AM - Extension Panel Meeting |
| 14 Mar 2006 | In-Service Training for Field Crops Specialists 8:30 am--Begin ASA Meeting in Johnston Evening--Field specialists meet at motel for dinner and discussion |
| 15 Mar 2006 | In-Service Training for Field Crops Specialists 7:40 am---Attend ASA Meeting 1:00-5:00 pm---Afternoon In-service sessions at Johnston (Carver Center /Pioneer) |
| 16 Mar 2006 | In-Service Training for Field Crops Specialists 8:00 am - 4:00 pm---Room 106 Seed Science Center (north of Agronomy Hall, ISU) |
| 20 Mar 2006 | CRP meeting Read More. |
| 22 Mar 2006 | -Advanced RUSLE2 Workshop |
| 06 Jun 2006 | RUSLE2 and Iowa Phosphorus Index Workshop Read More. |
| 07 Jun 2006 | Departmental Coffee Departmental Coffee Agronomy Commons |
| 15 Jun 2006 | CRP Contract Considerations Read More. |
| 20 Jun 2006 | Soybean Rust First Detector Training Read More. |
| 21 Jun 2006 | Departmental Coffee 10:00 AM - Departmental Coffee Agronomy Commons |
| 22 Jun 2006 | ISU Weed Science Field Day The ISU Weed Science Field Day has been announced and is scheduled for June 22nd 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. |
| 27 Jun 2006 | Conservation Structures and Water Quality field day 5:30 PM - Conservation Structures and Water Quality field day This field day will focus on the implementation and use of conservation structures to improve water quality. Read More. |
| 28 Jun 2006 | Departmental Coffee 10:00 AM - Departmental Coffee Agronomy Commons |
| 29 Jun 2006 | Early-Season Soybean Management Clinic Read More. |
| 10 Jul 2006 | 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. The 9-topic rotatio more stuff? |
| 11 Jul 2006 | Crop Diagnostic Clinic-continuation 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. The 9-topic rotatio |
| 12 Jul 2006 | Departmental Coffee 10:00 AM - Departmental Coffee Agronomy Commons |
| 17 Jul 2006 | 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. The 9-topic rotatio |
| 18 Jul 2006 | Crop Diagnostic Clinic - continuation 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. The 9-topic rotatio For more information, please visit the nasa website www.nasa.gov |
| 19 Jul 2006 | Departmental Coffee 10:00 AM - Departmental Coffee Agronomy Commons |
| 19 Jul 2006 | 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. The 9-topic rotatio |
| 20 Jul 2006 | Crop Diagnostic Clinic - continuation 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. The 9-topic rotatio |
| 26 Jul 2006 | Departmental Coffee 10:00 AM - Departmental Coffee Agronomy Commons |
| 26 Jul 2006 | 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. A review of resources available to agricultural professionals about SCN will con |
| 22 Aug 2006 | Manure Management Clinic Read More. |
| 23 Aug 2006 | Manure Management Clinic - Continuation Read More. |
| 24 Aug 2006 | Warm Season CRP Establishment field day 5:30 PM - Warm Season CRP Establishment field day. This field day will focus on warm season CRP establishment and other CRP issues. Read More. |
| 25 Aug 2006 | Conservation Practices Tour 1:00 PM - Conservation Practices Tour This tour will start at the ISU Neely Kinyon research and demonstration. Stops on the tour will focus on conservation practices that are suited for the area and are commonly used to improve water quality. Read More. |
| 06 Sep 2006 | Evaluating No-tillage by Looking in a Soil Pit. This field day will focus on evaluating the performance of no-tillage based on visible signs in a soil pit such as root growth, water uptake, soil tilth, and water infiltration. The same material will be presented at 10:00 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. There will be a meal served following the 10:00 a.m. session. Read More. |
| 06 Sep 2006 | Alfalfa Production Clinic Alfalfa Production Clinic Profitable forage production depends on high yields. Land, machinery, and most other operating costs stay the same whether harvesting 3 tons per acre or 6 tons per acre. Top yields in the northern United States have approached 10 tons per acre while average yields are around 3 tons per acre. This clinic will examine what it takes to reach top levels of forage production in Iowa. Class is limited to 40 participants. The following CCA credits have been applied for: 4.0 crop management, 2.0 pest management, 0. Read More. |
| 07 Sep 2006 | Conservation Effects and Profitability Field Day Conservations Effects and Profitability Field day will be on Thursday, September 7, 2006 from Noon to 3:30. There will be free lunch and discussion of different aspects of conservation. Some of these topics include, Profitability & Tillage Costs, Stripping & Ripping, Conservations Systems & Water Quality and more. For more information click the link below or call the Hardin County Extension Office at 641-648-4850. Read More. |
| 07 Sep 2006 | Late-Season Crop Disease Clinic Read More. |
| 14 Sep 2006 | Soils Clinic Read More. |
| 21 Nov 2006 | Ag Chemical Dealer Update - Iowa City Ag Chemical Dealer Updates review crop production experiences during the 2006 growing season to prepare for potential problems in 2007. Iowa State University Extension specialists discuss integrated pest management techniques, product performance, and research results from Iowa and surrounding states. Read More. |
| 29 Nov 2006 | Integrated Crop Management Conference 9:00 AM - Integrated Crop Management Conference Read More. |
| 30 Nov 2006 | Continuation Integrated Crop Management Conference 8:00 AM - Continuation Integrated Crop Management Conference Read More. |
| 04 Dec 2006 | Ag Chemical Dealer Update - Waterloo Ag Chemical Dealer Updates review crop production experiences during the 2006 growing season to prepare for potential problems in 2007. Iowa State University Extension specialists discuss integrated pest management techniques, product performance, and research results from Iowa and surrounding states. Read More. |
| 04 Dec 2006 | Ag Chemical Dealer Update - Calmar Ag Chemical Dealer Updates review crop production experiences during the 2006 growing season to prepare for potential problems in 2007. Iowa State University Extension specialists discuss integrated pest management techniques, product performance, and research results from Iowa and surrounding states. Read More. |
| 06 Dec 2006 | RUSLE2 and Iowa P Index Workshop The next RUSLE2 and Iowa P Index workshop will be held on December 6, 2006 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Montgomery Hall at the Johnson County Fairgrounds in Iowa City, IA. Workshop details and on-line registration for this workshop is available at: http://www.ucs.iastate.edu/mnet/rusle2/home.html Registration is limited to 30 people. For more information call Angie Rieck-Hinz at 515-294-9590 or Kapil Arora at 515-382-6551. Read More. |
| 06 Dec 2006 | Ag Chemical Dealer Update - Ames Ag Chemical Dealer Updates review crop production experiences during the 2006 growing season to prepare for potential problems in 2007. Iowa State University Extension specialists discuss integrated pest management techniques, product performance, and research results from Iowa and surrounding states. Read More. |
| 07 Dec 2006 | Ag Chemical Dealer Update - Mason City Ag Chemical Dealer Updates review crop production experiences during the 2006 growing season to prepare for potential problems in 2007. Iowa State University Extension specialists discuss integrated pest management techniques, product performance, and research results from Iowa and surrounding states. Read More. |
| 08 Dec 2006 | Ag Chemical Dealer Update - Spencer Ag Chemical Dealer Updates review crop production experiences during the 2006 growing season to prepare for potential problems in 2007. Iowa State University Extension specialists discuss integrated pest management techniques, product performance, and research results from Iowa and surrounding states. Read More. |
| 18 Dec 2006 | Ag Chemical Dealer Update - Lewis Ag Chemical Dealer Updates review crop production experiences during the 2006 growing season to prepare for potential problems in 2007. Iowa State University Extension specialists discuss integrated pest management techniques, product performance, and research results from Iowa and surrounding states. Read More. |
| 18 Dec 2006 | Ag Chemical Dealer Update - Denison Ag Chemical Dealer Updates review crop production experiences during the 2006 growing season to prepare for potential problems in 2007. Iowa State University Extension specialists discuss integrated pest management techniques, product performance, and research results from Iowa and surrounding states. Read More. |
| 19 Dec 2006 | Ag Chemical Dealer Update - Osceola Ag Chemical Dealer Updates review crop production experiences during the 2006 growing season to prepare for potential problems in 2007. Iowa State University Extension specialists discuss integrated pest management techniques, product performance, and research results from Iowa and surrounding states. Read More. |
| 04 Jan 2007 | 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 2007 crop season. Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Credts will be available for most conferences. Read More. |
| 05 Jan 2007 | Commercial Manure Applicator Satellite Uplink Read More. |
| 05 Jan 2007 | 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 2007 crop season. Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Credts will be available for most conferences. Read More. |
| 08 Jan 2007 | 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 2007 crop season. Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Credts will be available for most conferences. Read More. |
| 09 Jan 2007 | 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 2007 crop season. Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Credts will be available for most conferences. Read More. |
| 10 Jan 2007 | 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 2007 crop season. Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Credts will be available for most conferences. Read More. |
| 11 Jan 2007 | 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 2007 crop season. Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Credts will be available for most conferences. Read More. |
| 17 Jan 2007 | 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 2007 crop season. Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Credts will be available for most conferences. Read More. |
| 18 Jan 2007 | 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 2007 crop season. Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Credts will be available for most conferences. Read More. |
| 22 Jan 2007 | CCA Exam Review Course The Iowa State University Extension Agribusiness Education Program is offering a Certified Crop Adviser Exam Review Session in preparation for the February 2007 CCA exam. The two-day review session will be held on January 22 from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm and January 23 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm in the Gallery, 3rd floor Memorial Union, on the Iowa State University campus. Read More. |
| 23 Jan 2007 | 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 2007 crop season. Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Credts will be available for most conferences. Read More. |
| 23 Jan 2007 | CCA Exam Review Course The Iowa State University Extension Agribusiness Education Program is offering a Certified Crop Adviser Exam Review Session in preparation for the February 2007 CCA exam. The two-day review session will be held on January 22 from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm and January 23 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm in the Gallery, 3rd floor Memorial Union, on the Iowa State University campus. Read More. |
| 24 Jan 2007 | 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 2007 crop season. Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Credts will be available for most conferences. Read More. |
| 25 Jan 2007 | 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 2007 crop season. Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Credts will be available for most conferences. Read More. |
| 31 Jan 2007 | 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 2007 crop season. Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Credts will be available for most conferences. Read More. |
| 06 Feb 2007 | Soil Fertility & Nutrient Management Short Course Principles of soils, soil fertility, and nutrient management are reviewed in this 2-day course. In addition to classroom work, students will have the opportunity to tour the ISU Soil and Plant Analysis Laboratory Read More. |
| 12 Feb 2007 | Forages for Pasture and Grazing Millions of Iowa's non-crop acres are managed as pasture. This course addresses the characteristics of many of the forage species adapted for grazing in Iowa, grazing management practices and grazing systems. Read More. |
| 20 Feb 2007 | Fine-Tuning Continuous Corn Iowa is poised to plant more corn following corn than any other time in recent history. However, this isn't a new cropping system and has been studied extensively in the past and present. Specialists will discuss a wide range of topics from in-field management decisions to economic implications. Read More. |
| 22 Feb 2007 | Herbicide Physiology Understanding how a herbicide works is critical for gaining the most return from a weed management system. Learn how herbicides move in plants, what plant systems are affected, and how the weed is controlled. Also gain an understanding of herbicide selectivity and resistance mechanisms. Read More. |
| 27 Feb 2007 | Soybean Production This course will focus on understanding soybean physiology and how management decisions impact yield. Learn how to fine-tune the production system to maximize yields and returns per acre. Read More. |
| 03 Mar 2007 | Integrated Pest Management 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. Each student receives the IPM Crop Scout Notebook, a crop management clipboard, and a hand lens. No CCA credits are given for this school. Read More. |
| 16 Apr 2007 | RUSLE2 and Iowa P Index Workshop The next RUSLE2 and Iowa P Index workshop will be held on April 16, 2007 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Buena Vista County Extension Office in Storm Lake. Read More. |
| 12 Jun 2007 | RUSLE2 and Iowa P Index Workshop Read More. |
| 13 Jun 2007 | Advanced RUSLE2 Workshop Read More. |
| 21 Jun 2007 | ISU Weed Science Field Day The ISU Weed Science Field Day will be held at the ISU Curtiss Farm on South State Street and begins at 8:30AM. There is a $20 registration fee. |
| 20 Aug 2007 | Soybean Rust First Detector Training and Update -FEEL A series of five training session will be held around Iowa in August. For a complete agenda, list of location and registration information please Read More. |
| 21 Aug 2007 | Soybean Rust First Detector Training and Update- Nashua A series of five training sessions will be held around Iowa in August. Read More. |
| 22 Aug 2007 | Soybean Rust First Detector Training and Update - Fruitland Read More. |
| 23 Aug 2007 | Soybean Rust First Detector Training and Update - Lewis Read More. |
| 24 Aug 2007 | Soybean Rust First Detector Training and Update - Storm Lake Read More. |
| 28 Aug 2007 | Manure Management Clinic To access the agenda and on-line registration please Read More. |
| 05 Sep 2007 | Alfalfa Production Clinic This clinic will examine what it takes to reach top levels of forage production in Iowa. Read More. |
| 06 Sep 2007 | 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. |
| 18 Sep 2007 | Soils 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. |
| 19 Sep 2007 | Crops Specialists In-Service |
| 20 Sep 2007 | Crops Specialists In-service |
| 21 Sep 2007 | Crops Specialists In-service |
| 28 Nov 2007 | 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. |
| 29 Nov 2007 | Integrated Crop Management Conference Continuation of November 28 Read More. |
| 03 Dec 2007 | Waterloo Ag Chemical Dealer Update 2007 Ag Chemical Dealer Updates review crop production experiences during the 2007 growing season to prepare for potential problems in 2008. Iowa State University Extension specialists discuss integrated pest management techniques, product performance, and research results from Iowa and surrounding states. Read More. |
| 03 Dec 2007 | Calmar Ag Chemical Dealer Update 2007 Ag Chemical Dealer Updates review crop production experiences during the 2007 growing season to prepare for potential problems in 2008. Iowa State University Extension specialists discuss integrated pest management techniques, product performance, and research results from Iowa and surrounding states. Read More. |
| 04 Dec 2007 | Ames Ag Chemical Dealer Update 2007 Ag Chemical Dealer Updates review crop production experiences during the 2007 growing season to prepare for potential problems in 2008. Iowa State University Extension specialists discuss integrated pest management techniques, product performance, and research results from Iowa and surrounding states. Read More. |
| 05 Dec 2007 | Mason City Ag Chemical Dealer Update 2007 Ag Chemical Dealer Updates review crop production experiences during the 2007 growing season to prepare for potential problems in 2008. Iowa State University Extension specialists discuss integrated pest management techniques, product performance, and research results from Iowa and surrounding states. Read More. |
| 06 Dec 2007 | Iowa City Ag Chemical Dealer Update 2007 Ag Chemical Dealer Updates review crop production experiences during the 2007 growing season to prepare for potential problems in 2008. Iowa State University Extension specialists discuss integrated pest management techniques, product performance, and research results from Iowa and surrounding states. Read More. |
| 07 Dec 2007 | Spencer Ag Chemical Dealer Update 2007 Ag Chemical Dealer Updates review crop production experiences during the 2007 growing season to prepare for potential problems in 2008. Iowa State University Extension specialists discuss integrated pest management techniques, product performance, and research results from Iowa and surrounding states. Read More. |
| 17 Dec 2007 | Lewis Ag Chemical Dealer Update 2007 Ag Chemical Dealer Updates review crop production experiences during the 2007 growing season to prepare for potential problems in 2008. Iowa State University Extension specialists discuss integrated pest management techniques, product performance, and research results from Iowa and surrounding states. Read More. |
| 17 Dec 2007 | Denison Ag Chemical Dealer Update 2007 Ag Chemical Dealer Updates review crop production experiences during the 2007 growing season to prepare for potential problems in 2008. Iowa State University Extension specialists discuss integrated pest management techniques, product performance, and research results from Iowa and surrounding states. Read More. |
| 19 Dec 2007 | Osceola Ag Chemical Dealer Update 2007 Ag Chemical Dealer Updates review crop production experiences during the 2007 growing season to prepare for potential problems in 2008. Iowa State University Extension specialists discuss integrated pest management techniques, product performance, and research results from Iowa and surrounding states. Read More. |
| 04 Jan 2008 | Crop Advantage Series 2008 - Burlington These conferences are designed for producers and agribusiness professionals. They offer research-based information which helps producers make management decisions for their 2008 crop season. Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Credts will be available for most conferences. Read More. |
| 04 Jan 2008 | Commercial Manure Applicator Certification Training A workshop for commercial manure applicators will be held in most County Extension Offices on January 4, 2008 from 9 a.m. to noon. A complete list of C ounties hosting the workshop along with a registration form can be found at: http://www.agronext.iastate.edu/immag/certification/08commmacbrochure.pdf Read More. |
| 07 Jan 2008 | Crop Advantage Series 2008 - Ames These conferences are designed for producers and agribusiness professionals. They offer research-based information which helps producers make management decisions for their 2008 crop season. Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Credts will be available for most conferences. Read More. |
| 08 Jan 2008 | Crop Advantage Series 2008 - Sheldon These conferences are designed for producers and agribusiness professionals. They offer research-based information which helps producers make management decisions for their 2008 crop season. Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Credts will be available for most conferences. Read More. |
| 09 Jan 2008 | Crop Advantage Series 2008 - Cedar Rapids These conferences are designed for producers and agribusiness professionals. They offer research-based information which helps producers make management decisions for their 2008 crop season. Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Credts will be available for most conferences. Read More. |
| 10 Jan 2008 | Crop Advantage Series 2008 - Mason City These conferences are designed for producers and agribusiness professionals. They offer research-based information which helps producers make management decisions for their 2008 crop season. Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Credts will be available for most conferences. Read More. |
| 16 Jan 2008 | Crop Advantage Series 2008 - Spirit Lake These conferences are designed for producers and agribusiness professionals. They offer research-based information which helps producers make management decisions for their 2008 crop season. Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Credts will be available for most conferences. Read More. |
| 17 Jan 2008 | Crop Advantage Series 2008 - Osceola These conferences are designed for producers and agribusiness professionals. They offer research-based information which helps producers make management decisions for their 2008 crop season. Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Credts will be available for most conferences. Read More. |
| 22 Jan 2008 | Crop Advantage Series 2008 - Storm Lake These conferences are designed for producers and agribusiness professionals. They offer research-based information which helps producers make management decisions for their 2008 crop season. Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Credts will be available for most conferences. Read More. |
| 23 Jan 2008 | Crop Advantage Series 2008 - Carroll These conferences are designed for producers and agribusiness professionals. They offer research-based information which helps producers make management decisions for their 2008 crop season. Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Credts will be available for most conferences. Read More. |
| 24 Jan 2008 | Crop Advantage Series 2008 - Ft. Dodge These conferences are designed for producers and agribusiness professionals. They offer research-based information which helps producers make management decisions for their 2008 crop season. Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Credts will be available for most conferences. Read More. |
| 29 Jan 2008 | Crop Advantage Series 2008 - Atlantic These conferences are designed for producers and agribusiness professionals. They offer research-based information which helps producers make management decisions for their 2008 crop season. Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Credts will be available for most conferences. Read More. |
| 30 Jan 2008 | Crop Advantage Series 2008 - Waterloo These conferences are designed for producers and agribusiness professionals. They offer research-based information which helps producers make management decisions for their 2008 crop season. Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Credts will be available for most conferences. Read More. |
| 31 Jan 2008 | Crop Advantage Series 2008 - Ottumwa These conferences are designed for producers and agribusiness professionals. They offer research-based information which helps producers make management decisions for their 2008 crop season. Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Credts will be available for most conferences. Read More. |
| 19 Mar 2008 | RUSLE2 and P Index Workshop Scheduled The next RUSLE2 and Iowa P Index workshop is scheduled for March 19, 2008 at the Carroll County Extension Office. Registration will open after January 15. For more information contact Angie at 515-294-9590 Read More. |
| 09 Jun 2008 | 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. |
| 10 Jun 2008 | Midwest Composting School - continuation Read More. |
| 11 Jun 2008 | Midwest Composting School - continuation Read More. |
| 24 Jun 2008 | 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. |
| 25 Jun 2008 | 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. |
| 26 Jun 2008 | 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. |
| 26 Jun 2008 | 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. |
| 14 Jul 2008 | 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. |
| 15 Jul 2008 | Crop Diagnostic Clinic - continuation Read More. |
| 21 Jul 2008 | 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. |
| 22 Jul 2008 | Crop Diagnostic Clinic - continuation Read More. |
| 05 Aug 2008 | 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. |
| 03 Sep 2008 | Alfalfa Clinic This clinic will examine what it takes to reach top levels of forage production in Iowa. Read More. |
| 04 Sep 2008 | 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. |
| 09 Sep 2008 | 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. |
| 10 Sep 2008 | Iowa Drainage School - continuation Read More. |
| 11 Sep 2008 | Iowa Drainage School - continuation Read More. |
| 15 Sep 2008 | 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. |
| 25 Sep 2008 | RUSLE2 and Iowa P Index Worksop Iowa State University Extension and the Iowa Manure Management Action Group (IMMAG), in collaboration with the Iowa USDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service, have scheduled a workshop to train service providers on how to use the Revised Universal Soil Loss Equation 2 (RUSLE2) and the Iowa Phosphorus Index for use in nutrient management and manure management plans. The workshop will be held on September 25, 2008 at the Marshall County Extension Office in Marshalltown, Iowa. The workshop starts at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 4 p.m. On-line registration, program information and directions to the workshop are available at: http://www.ucs.iastate.edu/mnet/rusle2/home.html. Questions regarding the workshop should be directed to Kapil Arora at 515-382-6551or Angie Rieck-Hinz at 515-294-9590. Read More. |
| 01 Dec 2008 | 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. |
| 02 Dec 2008 | 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. |
| 02 Dec 2008 | 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. |
| 03 Dec 2008 | 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. |
| 10 Dec 2008 | 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. |
| 11 Dec 2008 | Integrated Crop Management Conference - continuation Read More. |
| 15 Dec 2008 | 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. |
| 16 Dec 2008 | 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. |
| 17 Dec 2008 | 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. |
| 18 Dec 2008 | Ag Chemical Dealer Update - Creston 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. |
| 05 Jan 2009 | 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. |
| 06 Jan 2009 | 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. |
| 07 Jan 2009 | 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. |
| 07 Jan 2009 | Commercial Manure Applicator Workshop The commercial manure applicator workshop is scheduled for January 7, 2009 from 9 a.m. to noon. This workshop provides the mandated 3 hours of annual training as required by the State of Iowa. For more information on workshop locations see this link: Read More. |
| 08 Jan 2009 | 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. |
| 09 Jan 2009 | 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. |
| 12 Jan 2009 | 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. |
| 13 Jan 2009 | CCA Exam Review Class - continuation Read More. |
| 14 Jan 2009 | 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. |
| 15 Jan 2009 | 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. |
| 20 Jan 2009 | 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. |
| 21 Jan 2009 | 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. |
| 22 Jan 2009 | 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. |
| 27 Jan 2009 | 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. |
| 28 Jan 2009 | 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. |
| 29 Jan 2009 | 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. |
| 17 Feb 2009 | Soil Fertility & Nutrient Management Short Course An in-depth look at the principles of soils, soil fertility & nutrient management & a tour of the ISU Soil & Plant Analysis Laboratory. CCA credits: 11.5 nutrient management, 1.0 soil & water management. Registration deadline is Feb. 11. Registration fee $275.00 Read More. |
| 18 Feb 2009 | Soil Fertility & Nutrient Management Short Course (continuation) |
| 07 Mar 2009 | 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. |
| 09 Mar 2009 | Iowa Water Conference A joint meeting of the Iowa Stormwater Conference & the Ag & Enviroment Conference, these two events have joined forces to advance urban & agricultural water issues. Early registration (postmarked by March 2) is $125.00. Late registration is $145.00. CCA credits will be available. Read More. |
| 10 Mar 2009 | Iowa Water Conference (continuation) |
| 01 Apr 2009 | Introductory RUSLE2 and Iowa P Index Workshop A RUSLE2 and Iowa Phosphorus Index (P Index) workshop is scheduled for April 1, 2009 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Polk County Extension Office, in Altoona, Iowa. This workshop will provide training to service providers and livestock producers who are in need of developing nutrient and manure management plans for both the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and the Natural Resource Conservation Service. Participants will learn where to find the necessary software and how to install it on their computers, how to determine critical areas in the field, how to determine erosion rates using RUSLE2, how to calculate P Index vulnerability ratings and how to incorporate these numbers into manure management plans for confinement facilities or nutrient management plans for open feedlots. Instructors will also discuss soil sampling requirements for manure and nutrient management plans. This workshop is designed for people with little or no experience in using the RUSLE2 or Iowa P Index software. Registration is limited to 30 people and requires you bring a laptop computer. For a copy of the workshop brochure and registration information as well as computer requirements and directions please see: Read More. |
| 02 Apr 2009 | Advanced RUSLE2 Workshop An Advanced RUSLE2 workshop is scheduled for April 2, 2009 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Polk County Extension Office in Altoona, Iowa. This workshop builds upon the knowledge and principles discussed in the first workshop. This workshop will enable participants to explore practice-based changes that can be designed to reduce erosion. It will focus on RUSLE2 principles, dividing fields for RUSLE2, understanding tillage operations, and conservation practices both in RUSLE2 and the Iowa Phosphorus Index, combining soil analytical results, addressing land needs for Iowa Phosphorus Index requirements, and targeting sensitive areas. Registration is currently open only to those participants who have previously attended a RUSLE2 and Iowa Phosphorus Index workshop. Registration is limited to 30 people. For a copy of the workshop brochure and registration information as well as computer requirements please see: Read More. |
| 27 May 2009 | Pasture Walk Grazing Field Day, Eldorado A pasture walk grazing field day will be held at the David Baker farm near Eldorado from 1-3 p.m. on May 27. This program will highlight a seasonal organic dairy with a discussion on transitioning a dairy to grazing. Directions: On Hwy 150, go either 4 miles south of Festina or 1.3 miles north of Eldorado to King Rd., then 1.1 miles to Kale Rd., then follow Kale Rd. to the end of the road. Read More. |
| 11 Jun 2009 | Iowa Learning Farm hosts Woodbury County Field Day The Iowa Learning Farm along with the Woodbury and Plymouth Soil and Water Conservation Districts will co-host a field day at the Lewis Byers farm near Pierson, Iowa. The field day will be Thursday, June 11, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The field day will focus on cover crop usage and will include several presentations about cover crop management. Read More. |
| 17 Jun 2009 | Pasture Walk Grazing Field Day, Ridgeway A pasture walk grazing field day will be held on June 17 from 1-3 p.m. on the Jed Becker farm. This program will highlight dairy grazing with Jersey-Holstein-Swedish Red crosses, with a discussion on cross-breeding lead by Dale Thoreson ISU Extension Dairy Specialist. Directions: On Hwy 9 to Ridgeway, one-half mile southeast of Ridgeway is the Hwy 9 and 240th St. intersection. Take 240th St. west 4 miles to the farm at 3322-240th St. Read More. |
| 17 Jun 2009 | Iowa Learning Farm hosts Winneshiek County Field Day The Iowa Learning Farm and the Winneshiek Soil and Water Conservation District will co-host a field day at the Gordon Hunter farm near Decorah, Iowa. The field day will be Wednesday, June 17, beginning at 11:00 a.m. Paul Hunter is a cooperator with the Iowa Learning Farm (ILF) and farms with his father Gordon. They will present and discuss their experiences with no-till farming as part of the field day program. The field day is free and the public is invited to attend, but an RSVP is suggested. Please call the Winneshiek NRCS/SWCD office, 563/382-4352, ext. 3 by Monday, June 15. The event is at 2331 Highway 52 South, one mile south of Decorah; at the field entrance east of the farmstead. Read More. |
| 18 Jun 2009 | Residue Management Training Workshop Crop residue plays a significant role in improving soil quality, reducing soil erosion, increasing soil organic matter, and provides numerous other benefits towards improving soil productivity. Proper management of crop residue requires an understanding of its basic functions and values. Appropriate implementation of residue management will help maximize these soil improving benefits. The workshop will be held at the Northeast Iowa Research and Demonstration Farm at Nashua. The workshop begins at 9 a.m. and will continue until noon. No registration fee is required, but preregistration is requested. For preregistration please call Floyd County Extension Office (641) 228-1453 or ISU Agronomy Extension (515) 294-1923. Read More. |
| 18 Jun 2009 | Northeast ISU Research Farm Field Day, Nashua The Northeast ISU Research Farm Field Day will be held at Nashua on June 18 from 1:30-4:30 p.m. In addition, there will be a poster session in the headquarters building from Noon to 1:30 pm for early arrivals. Field day speakers include (1) Elwynn Taylor, ISU Extension Climatologist, on Weather and Market Predictions for 2009, (2) Roger Elmore, ISU Extension Corn Production Specialist on Corn Production Issues, (3) Matt Helmers, ISU Extension Ag Engineer on Improving Water Quality with Biofilters and Cover Crops, (4) Erin Hodgson, ISU Extension Entomologist on Insect Pests in 2009, and (5) Ken Pecinovsky, Farm Superintendent with Introductory Comments. The Field Day is free and open to the public. Pre-registration is not required. CCA credits will be available for a nominal fee. Direct any questions about the field day to your County Extension Office, or George Cummins (641-228-1453) or Brian Lang (563-382-2949). Read More. |
| 24 Jun 2009 | Southeast ISU Research Farm Field Day, Crawfordsville The Southeast ISU Reseach Farm Field Day will be held at Crawsfordsville on June 24 beginning at noon with lunch available for $5. A special session for CCAs will begin at 9 a.m. Read More. |
| 24 Jun 2009 | Residue Management Training Workshop - Crawfordsville Crop residue plays a significant role in improving soil quality, reducing soil erosion, increasing soil organic matter, and provides numerous other benefits towards improving soil productivity. Proper management of crop residue requires an understanding of its basic functions and values. Appropriate implementation of residue management will help maximize these soil improving benefits. The workshop will be held at the Southeast Iowa Research and Demonstration Farm at Crawfordsville. The workshop begins at 8:30 a.m. and will continue until noon. No registration fee is required, but preregistration is requested. For preregistration please call Johnson County Extension Office (319) 337-2145 or ISU Agronomy Extension (515) 294-1923. Read More. |
| 25 Jun 2009 | ISU Weed Science Field Day The Iowa State University Weed Science 2009 Field Day is scheduled for Thursday, June 25th at the Curtiss Farm in Ames, Iowa. For more information click on the url listed below. Read More. |
| 25 Jun 2009 | North ISU Research Farm Field Day, Kanawha This field day will begin at 9:30 and continue until noon. The program will include presentations on Corn Production Issues, Insect Management in 2009, New Soybean Traits, and Current Crop Production Concerns. The Field Day is free and open to the public. Pre-registration is not required. CCA credits will be available for a nominal fee. Direct any questions about the field day to your County Extension Office, or George Cummins 641-228-1453. Read More. |
| 30 Jun 2009 | Northwest ISU Research Farm Field Day, Sutherland This field day will start at 9 a.m. at the farm near Sutherland. Topics include: auto steer technology, fungicides, weather update, corn management and populations. The farm is located 11 miles north of Cherokee on U.S. Highway 59 and a quarter mile east on county road B62. Read More. |
| 02 Jul 2009 | Armstrong Research and Demonstration Farm Field Day This field day will beging at 9:30 a.m. Topics include:corn and soybean fungicides, corn and soybean production, precision planting The farm is 11 miles southwest of Atlantic on Highway 6, one-half mile south on M53 and three-quarters of a mile east. Read More. |
| 07 Jul 2009 | Iowa Learning Farm Clay County Field Day The Iowa Learning Farm will host a field day at the Clay County Growers demonstration site near Spencer, Iowa, on Tuesday, July 7, at 5:15 p.m. with field tours beginning at 5:30. The field day will focus on crop residue management and conservation farming practices, including no-till and strip-till, for optimum results. The event is free, but an RSVP is recommended. Call the Clay County Extension office, 712-262-2264, to register for this event. The Clay County Grower demonstration site is located south of Spencer on the west side of Highway 71, approximately 7.75 miles south of the Highway 71/18 intersection. Read More. |
| 13 Jul 2009 | Field Diagnostic Clinic The Field Diagnostic Clinic provides the foundation - understanding crop stages and how those relate to management practices, and being able to identify what problems a field has. Emphasis is on diagnosing the problem. This clinic will have longer session times, more instructor interaction and hands-on activities and require the student to participate, not just listen. This clinic will also feature an evening BBQ dinner and program by Elwynn Taylor, extension climatologist. Read More. |
| 14 Jul 2009 | Field Diagnostic Clinic (continuation) |
| 15 Jul 2009 | Crop Management Clinic The Crop Management Clinic is similar in format to our previous clinic offerings. However, the focus is more on management and technology. For someone looking to hear more on current recommendation from ISU specialists, what research is being conducted, and what's coming down the road, this is the clinic you'll want to attend. Read More. |
| 16 Jul 2009 | Crop Management Clinic (continuation) |
| 22 Jul 2009 | Upper Midwest Manure Handling Expo Iowa Commercial Nutrient Applicator Association and Iowa State University welcome you to the 2009 Manure Handling Expo Web site. We are very excited about the upcoming Expo; SET for Fall: Safety, Efficiency, and Technology. Join us for educational seminars, educational and exhibitor field demonstrations as well as exhibits related to all manure handling aspects. Read More. |
| 23 Jul 2009 | Iowa Learning Farm hosts Howard County Field Day The Iowa Learning Farm will host a field day at the Max Schmidt farm near Elma in Howard County, on Thursday, July 23, at 5:15 p.m. The field day will focus on crop residue management and conservation farming practices to reduce soil erosion and improve soil and water quality. The event includes a complimentary evening meal served by the Howard County Pork Producers. The field day is free and the public is invited to attend, but an RSVP is recommended. Please call the Howard County NRCS office in Cresco, 563/547-3040, to register for this event. The field day site is north of Elma on 170th Street (gravel road). From Elma, the site is 1.5 miles north of the intersection of county roads V18 and B17 (Grove Street) and three-fourths of a mile west. Read More. |
| 28 Jul 2009 | SW Iowa Residue Management Training Workshop Crop residue plays a significant role in improving soil quality, reducing soil erosion, increasing soil organic matter, and provides numerous other benefits towards improving soil productivity. Proper management of crop residue requires an understanding of its basic functions and values. Appropriate implementation of residue management will help maximize these soil improving benefits. The workshop will be held at the Armstrong Research and Demonstration Farm near Lewis. The workshop will beging at 9 a.m. and continue until 3 p.m. There is no registration fee, but preregistration is required. This program provides lunch and 3 credits in Soil and Water Management for CCAs. To preregister please call the SW Area Extension Office at 712-769-2600 or ISU Agronomy Extension at 515-294-1923. Read More. |
| 29 Jul 2009 | Strip Tillage, Living Mulches and Pasture Walk Join Fred and Vicki Abels, Practical Farmers of Iowa, and the Iowa Learning Farm on Wednesday, July 29, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for a farm program and pasture walk. Lunch will be provided. This field day is free, and everybody is welcome. Read More. |
| 05 Aug 2009 | Iowa Learning Farm hosts water quality field day The Iowa Learning Farm will host a field day at Rick Juchems’ farm near Plainfield, Iowa, on Wednesday, August 5, beginning at 4:30 p.m. The field day will focus on improving water and soil quality using conservation farming practices for optimum results. The field day includes a complimentary evening meal provided by the Butler County Cattlemen. The event is free and the public is invited to attend. The Juchems farmstead is located three miles north of Plainfield at 33635 110th Street. From Plainfield, travel three miles north on Highway 218. Turn west onto 110th Street, and travel one-tenth of a mile. The field day site is on the north side of 110th Street. |
| 18 Aug 2009 | NW Iowa Residue Management Training Workshop Crop residue plays a significant role in improving soil quality, reducing soil erosion, increasing soil organic matter, and provides numerous other benefits towards improving soil productivity. Proper management of crop residue requires an understanding of its basic functions and values. Appropriate implementation of residue management will help maximize these soil improving benefits. The workshop will be held at the Buena Vista County Extension Office in Storm Lake. The workshop begins at 9 a.m. and will continue until 3 p.m. No registration fee is required, but pre-registration is requested. This program includes lunch and provides 3.5 credits in Soil and Water Management for Certified Crop Advisors (CCA’s). For preregistration please call the Buena Vista County Extension Office (712) 732-5056 or ISU Agronomy Extension (515) 294-1923. Read More. |
| 25 Aug 2009 | Iowa Drainage School 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. Read More. |
| 25 Aug 2009 | Neely-Kinyon Research Farm Field Day This field day starts at 4 p.m., and is located near Greenfield. Topics include: aphid resistant soybeans and sustainable and organic crop production. The farm is 2 miles south of Greenfield on Highway 25, one mile east and one-half mile north. Read More. |
| 26 Aug 2009 | Iowa Drainage School (continuation) |
| 27 Aug 2009 | Iowa Drainage School (continuation) |
| 27 Aug 2009 | Agricultural Engineering/Agronomy Research and Demonstration Farm Field Day This field day starts at 8:30 a.m. with a free lunch at noon. Topics include: soil fertility, corn production, soybean and corn insects and biomass cropping systems The field day is located west of Ames on Highway 30, one mile south on W Avenue and one-half mile east on 240th Street. Read More. |
| 27 Aug 2009 | Iowa Learning Farm field day in Sioux County The Iowa Learning Farm will host a field day at the Nate Ronsiek farm near Hawarden, Iowa, on Thursday, August 27, beginning at 6:00 p.m. The field day will focus on no-tillage conservation farming for optimum results. The event is free and the public is invited to attend, but an RSVP is recommended. Please call the Sioux County ISU Extension office to register for this event, 712/737-4230. Read More. |
| 02 Sep 2009 | Iowa Learning Farm/Leopold Center field day at Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge Small prairie strips growing at key points in corn and soybean fields at the Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge are yielding more than good crops; they’re improving soil and water quality as well as creating beneficial habitat for insects and birds. Research exploring this unique system that incorporates perennials into working landscapes will be highlighted at a field day on Wednesday, September 2 hosted by the Iowa Learning Farm and the Leopold Center for Sustainable Agriculture. Field day activities will begin at 4:30 p.m. at the research site with a complimentary evening meal served at the Prairie Learning Center by the Jasper County Pork Producers featuring pork burgers from Audubon Family Farms. The event is free and the public is invited to attend, but an RSVP is recommended. Please call the Jasper County Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) office to register for this event, 641/792-4116. The research site, also called the Interim site, is located approximately two miles south of Highway 163 on West 109th Street, between 96th and 104th Ave. From Jasper County road S6G turn west (left) onto 98th Avenue, travel one mile west and turn south (left) onto West 109th Street. Read More. |
| 03 Sep 2009 | Corn Disease Diagnostic & Management New for 2009! Starting in 2009 the crop disease clinic will focus solely on corn or soybeans on alternating years. For 2009 we will be offering the Corn Disease Diagnostic and Management Clinic on Sept 3. By focusing on a single crop we can gain more depth on the topic and provide additional activities that the previous schedule didn't allow. We will be focusing on more diagnostics, laboratory activities, setup and analysis of on-farm trials, and on-going research being conducted by the ISU Department of Plant Pathology. A similar course focusing on soybeans will be offered in 2010. Read More. |
| 09 Sep 2009 | Central Iowa Residue Management Training Workshop Crop residue plays a significant role in improving soil quality, reducing soil erosion, increasing soil organic matter, and provides numerous other benefits towards improving soil productivity. Proper management of crop residue requires an understanding of its basic functions and values. Appropriate implementation of residue management will help maximize these soil improving benefits. The workshop will be held at the Polk County Extension Office in Altoona. The workshop begins at 9 a.m. and will continue until 3 p.m. No registration fee is required, but pre-registration is requested. This program includes lunch and provides 3credits in Soil and Water Management for Certified Crop Advisors (CCA’s). For preregistration please call the Polk County Extension Office at (515)957-5775 or ISU Agronomy Extension (515) 294-1923. Read More. |
| 15 Sep 2009 | Soil 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. |
| 17 Sep 2009 | Precision Ag Expo Developments in precision agriculture will be the subject of a field day Sept. 17 at Iowa State University’s Southeast Research and Demonstration Farm. Read More. |
| 02 Oct 2009 | Pastures, prairies and cover crop field day at Whiterock Conservancy An October 2 field day at Whiterock Conservancy, Coon Rapids, will focus on Pastures, prairies and cover crops, or continuous living cover. The event will begin at 2:00 p.m. and will continue into the evening with dinner and music along the Raccoon River. The field day is co-sponsored by Practical Farmers of Iowa, Iowa Learning Farm, and Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation; and funded by the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship. The field day is free and the public is invited to attend. Read More. |
| 10 Nov 2009 | IA-MN Drainage Research Forum This multi-state program will focus on the latest research in agricultural drainage. This is a cooperative effort of ISU and University of Minnesota. Read More. |
| 19 Nov 2009 | Iowa Learning Farm hosts strip-till field day in Emmetsburg The Iowa Learning Farm will host a strip-till field day at the Iowa Lakes Community College student farm, Emmetsburg, on Thursday, Nov. 19, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The field day will allow farmers to see strip-tillage equipment in action from several suppliers and hear from educators and experienced farmers who have been practicing strip-tillage. The field day includes a complimentary lunch. The event is free and the public is invited to attend, but an RSVP is recommended. Please call the Palo Alto NRCS office, 712/852-3386 Ext. 3, to register. Read More. |
