Forages are very important for Iowa. They are important to Iowa’s economy, protect the soil from erosion, improve water quality, and provide wildlife habitat. Forages are used for grazing animals and for hay production. But, most of these producers “fly under the radar” when it comes to being recognized for their contributions to Iowa Agriculture. […]
Read More »Register for the 2012 Greenhorn Grazing Series
The 2012 Greenhorn Grazing Series is beginning at the end of this month and it is time to register! The workshops are scheduled for May 24, June 14, Aug. 23, Sept. 13 and Nov. 15. All sessions will run from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. beginning with morning classroom discussions at the Adair County Extension […]
Read More »2012 Pasture Walks for Dairy & Beef Production Announced
Download Pasture Walks Flyer Scheduled Pasture Walks Wednesday, May 23: Giard, IA from 1 to 3 p.m. Wednesday, June 6: Jesup, IA at 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 25: West Union, IA from 1 to 3 p.m. Wednesday, August 1: New Hampton, IA from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, August 4: Waukon, IA from 1 – […]
Read More »2012 Spring Newsletter
The 2012 Spring edition of The Forager newsletter has been mailed; however, you can click on the link below to view it electronically. The Forager – 2012 Spring Edition
Read More »2011 Iowa Forage & Grassland Council Conference
The 2011 Iowa Forage & Grassland Council Conference is right around the corner on November 21-22, 2011. It will be hosted at the Airport Holiday Inn in Des Moines, IA. Some of the speakers include Helga Offenburger (Iowa DNR), Randy Welch (Land O’Lakes), Joe Sellers (Beef Program Specialist, ISU Extension) and Tim Eggers (Field Agricultural Economist, […]
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