Secretary Naig Announces 12 Grants to Support Iowa Specialty Crop Production

IOWA SECRETARY OF AGRICULTURE
October 13, 2025 12:44 pm

Specialty Crop Block Grants are authorized as part of the federal Farm BillIowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig today announced that the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship has awarded Specialty Crop Block Grants to 12 projects across the state.

Kirkwood to Host Midwest Women in Safety Conference Oct. 16

KIRKWOOD COMMUNITY COLLEGE
October 10, 2025 8:40 am

 Kirkwood to Host Midwest Women in Safety Conference Oct. 16Event to highlight female leadership in workforce safety HIAWATHA, Iowa (Oct.

Upcoming Women in Ag Leadership Conference Inspires Resilience

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION
October 6, 2025 2:39 pm

Early bird registration is available through Nov. 10The Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Women in Ag Leadership Conference is open to all.

Manage Fire Risks During Harvest

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION
October 3, 2025 11:25 am

Dry conditions raise field fire concerns during Iowa corn harvestEarly planting combined with warm spring and fall conditions has led to an earlier-than-usual corn harvest in Iowa.

Sec. Naig Urges Iowans to Prioritize Safety, Mental Health this Harvest Season

IOWA SECRETARY OF AGRICULTURE
October 1, 2025 4:28 pm

National Farm Safety and Health Week is September 21-27With the busy harvest season commencing across the state, Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig is urging Iowans to keep safety top of mind in the field, around the farm and on the road.

Clickstop Named Among Iowa's Top Workplaces for 12th Time

CLICKSTOP
September 30, 2025 11:47 am

Clickstop, Inc. has once again been recognized as one of Iowa’s Top Workplaces, earning this prestigious honor for the 12th time in its 20-year history.

4th St. Diner October Menu

4TH ST. DINER
September 29, 2025 7:44 pm

Gov. Reynolds issues harvest proclamation

IOWA GOVERNOR'S OFFICE
September 26, 2025 12:45 pm

Gov. Reynolds today signed a proclamation related to the weight limits and transportation of grain, fertilizer, and manure. The proclamation is effective immediately and continues through October 18, 2025.

Fall Manure Application Season: Five Safety Priorities for Farmers

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION
September 26, 2025 12:21 pm

National Farm Safety and Health Week 2025 is Sept. 21–27, and Iowa State University Extension and Outreach reminds operators that safety is critical when handling, transporting and applying manure.

Iowa Farm Poll Report Finds Growing Awareness, Mixed Views on Nutrient Reduction

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION
September 25, 2025 12:01 pm

Iowa farmers' awareness of the Iowa Nutrient Reduction Strategy grows, but many are uncertain about its effectivenessA new report from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach examines awareness and attitudes among Iowa farmers regarding the Iowa Nutrient Reduction Strategy, a statewide initiative launched in 2013 to reduce nitrogen and phosphorus runoff into Iowa’s waterways and contributions to Gulf hypoxia.