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Women in Ag Exploration Evening - Tuesday June 3
No matter the size of your farm, location, or experience level, this event is for you! We will hear from Extension Specialists on all the resources and education available to YOU! You will also get a chance to network with other women in agriculture in your area!Click below to register for the event in Hiawatha or online!Women in Ag Exploration Eve Cybersecurity Initiative Protects Iowa Farmers and Rural Businesses
Building a safer digital future for Iowa agricultureIn an era when cyber threats are becoming increasingly sophisticated, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach launched the Cybersecurity for Iowa Farmers and Rural Businesses project to help protect rural communities' digital infrastructure."By equipping Iowa’s rural communities with cybersecurity knowledge, we can help protect livelihoods and prevent costly cyber incidents," said Madeline Schultz, program leader.
Four-State Dairy Nutrition and Management Conference set for June 11 and 12
Dairy farmers and industry professionals are invited to attend the 2025 Four-State Dairy Nutrition and Management Conference on June 11 and 12 at the La Crosse Center in La Crosse, Wisconsin. This conference features the latest insights to improve productivity and profit for dairy producers.“Dairy farmers can expect two days of timely topics and discussion,” said Gail Carpenter, assistant professor and extension dairy specialist at Iowa State University. Celebrating Small Business Month: The Heartbeat of Iowa
The heart of Iowa beats in our small businesses. These entrepreneurs create jobs, solve problems, and build community. Today and every day, I'm inspired by the dedication and resilience of Iowa's small business owners who keep our state moving forward. Your early mornings, late nights, and unwavering commitment don't go unnoticed. Thank you for investing in Iowa's future.
I-29 Moo U Presents a New Webinar Series Focusing on the Beef-on-Dairy Industry
The I-29 Moo University is extending its service to the beef-on-dairy industry by moving beyond a single annual Dairy Beef Short Course to now offering the Beef-on-Dairy Dialogue webinar series. The webinars will focus on current topics and new research supporting calf growers and feedlot operators.“With the growing dairy numbers along the I-29 corridor, beef-on-dairy feeders are an important part of most dairy’s financial statements,” said Fred M.
Ernst Names Small Business of the Week, Bloomsbury Farm
Throughout this Congress, Chair Ernst plans to recognize a small business in every one of Iowa’s 99 counties. U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Chair of the Senate Small Business Committee, today announced her Small Business of the Week: Bloomsbury Farm of Benton County. Throughout the 119th Congress, Chair Ernst plans to recognize a small business in every one of Iowa’s 99 counties.
Casey's in Vinton & Urbana among Projects to Expand Drivers’ Access to E15
Two Casey's stations in Urbana and Vinton were awarded grants. In Urbana the amount granted was $5,200.00
and the Casey's on C Ave. in Vinton, $4,993.00.Iowa gas stations in 38 counties to receive cost-share grants through the Renewable Fuels Infrastructure Program Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig announced today that the Iowa Renewable Fuels Infrastructure Program (RFIP) Board recently approved an additional 95 applications from Iowa gas stations to support new and expanded ethanol infrastructure projects.
Sorghum Forage: A Resilient Option with Smart Management
A new resource provides insight on managing prussic acid toxicity in sorghumIowa State University Extension and Outreach has published a new resource for livestock producers, “Management Strategies of Prussic Acid Toxicity in Sorghum.” Sorghum is a fast-growing and reliable forage crop for livestock.“As weather extremes challenge consistent forage production, sorghum offers livestock producers a reliable, high-yielding alternative — especially during drought or delayed planting,” said Shelby Gruss, assistant professor and extension forage specialist at Iowa State University.
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Stateline Dairy & Ag Outlook Seminar June 17: Understanding a Changing Industry
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach’s annual Stateline Dairy and Ag Outlook Seminar will be held on Tuesday, June 17, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.at Empty Nest Winery, 1352 Apple Road, Waukon. The seminar aims to assist ag lenders and farm financial advisers in helping farmers manage risk and understand market outlooks."Price risk management continues to be a major variable for profitability in many commodity enterprises,” said Jennifer Bentley, dairy field specialist with ISU Extension and Outreach.
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