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Experts, WOI Radio on ISU Stage at Farm Progress Show

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The schedule for the Iowa State University stage at the Farm Progress Show includes live WOI Radio broadcasts and expert presentations throughout all three days of the show.

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  • about 7 days ago
  • from Iowa State University Extension - News
  • Published Aug 21, 2008 4:06 PM

ISU Extension Audio: Interviews for the Week of Aug. 18

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Listen to interviews about crop production, supply and demand; the Beginning Farmer Center; Iowa Center for Agricultural Safety and Health; organic agriculture; Operation Military Kids and more.

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  • about 7 days ago
  • from Iowa State University Extension - News
  • Published Aug 20, 2008 8:52 PM

Agricultural Drainage School Plays Critical Role in Efficient Crop Production

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Enrollment is limited for three-day workshop to be held near Ames in September.

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  • about 13 days ago
  • from Iowa State University Extension - News
  • Published Aug 14, 2008 11:49 PM

'Not Your Father's Tillage' featured at Farm Progress Show

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The Iowa Learning Farm will feature strip-tillage at this year's Farm Progress Show. 'Not your father's Tillage' exhibit will include an area of strip-tilled ground and a strip-till machine. ISU Extension experts and Iowa farmers currently practicing strip-tillage will be on-hand for discussion about this conservation practice.

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  • about 19 days ago
  • from Iowa State University Extension - News
  • Published Aug 08, 2008 7:53 PM

Commercial Pesticide Applicator Fall Courses Announced

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Commercial pesticide applicators across Iowa will return to the classroom this fall for re-certification, in accordance with the Pesticide Act of Iowa.

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  • about 19 days ago
  • from Iowa State University Extension - News
  • Published Aug 08, 2008 7:49 PM

ISU Programs Promote Economic Development

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At the Farm Progress Show, check out several displays on Iowa State University programs that promote economic development in Iowa. Displays include Iowa's Livestock Advantage, Annie's Project, Iowa Learning Farm and others.

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  • about 20 days ago
  • from Iowa State University Extension - News
  • Published Aug 07, 2008 11:15 PM

Rapid Increase in Soybean Aphid Numbers Reported in Some Areas of Iowa

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Infestations in some areas are reaching levels where treatment with insecticides makes sense economically.

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  • about 22 days ago
  • from Iowa State University Extension - News
  • Published Aug 06, 2008 12:52 AM

ISU Extension Audio: Crop and Weather Update, Aug. 4

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Cooler temperatures, aphids and slight increases in corn and soybean crop conditions are the topics up for discussion as ISU Extension specialists review the latest Iowa Crops and Weather report.

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  • about 22 days ago
  • from Iowa State University Extension - News
  • Published Aug 05, 2008 11:19 PM

ISU Extension Audio: Interviews for the Week of Aug. 4

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Listen to interviews about community issues of flood recovery and relocation, the midpoint of the 2008 crop season, feed costs, Extension on RAGBRAI, gardening tips and more.

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  • about 22 days ago
  • from Iowa State University Extension - News
  • Published Aug 05, 2008 11:03 PM

Food, Fuel, and Climate: Moving from Debate to Dialogue

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Speakers at the 2008 BioBased Industry Outlook Conference at Iowa State University will discuss perspectives on critical bioeconomy issues.

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  • about 26 days ago
  • from Iowa State University Extension - News
  • Published Aug 01, 2008 6:01 PM