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SUMMARY:Iowa Learning Farms Relay Intercropping Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Iowa Learning Farms will host a relay intercropping field day on Thursday\, June 1 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Jason Russell’s Farm near Monticello. The free event is open to farmers and landowners and includes a complimentary meal. \n The field day aims to equip attendees with best management practices for establishing and managing a relay intercropping system designed to improve soil health and reduce nutrient losses while increasing productivity and profitability. The relay intercropping system begins following corn with the seeding of winter wheat or rye. The soybean crop is planted into the winter wheat/rye the next spring and the winter wheat/rye is harvested for grain in June. Following soybean\, oats are planted as a cover crop ahead of corn. \n  \n \n  \n The event will feature a field visit with farmer host\, Jason Russell\, to take a closer look at his relay intercropping system and discuss best management practices for the system. Dr. Mark Licht\, associate professor and extension cropping systems specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach\, will discuss how relay intercropping systems can be integrated into existing rotations and highlight how to successfully manage the system based on current research. Ross Evelsizer\, Northeast Iowa RC&D natural resource projects director\, will share results from local relay intercropping cereal rye and soybeans trials. Erin Erickson\, Maquoketa River Watershed Management Authority watershed coordinator\, will share opportunities to get involved and staff from Center for Rural Affairs will provide resources and updates related to crop insurance and relay intercropping. \n The field day will be held at the Russell Farm\, 234 Prairie Main Rd\, Monticello\, 52310. From Monticello\, head west on Co Rd E16/Prairie Hills Rd for 10 miles. Turn right to head north on Frozen Hill Rd for 1 mile. Turn left to head west on Prairie Main Rd and the farm is located on the south side of the road. \n The event is free and open to farmers and landowners\, though we require reservations to ensure adequate space and food. For reasonable accommodations and to RSVP\, please contact Liz Ripley at 515-294-5429 or ilf@iastate.edu.  Attendees will be entered in a drawing for ISU Prairie Strips honey. \n 
URL:https://www.iowawatercenter.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-relay-intercropping-field-day/
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SUMMARY:Iowa Learning Farms Bioreactor and Cover Crop Field Day
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin Iowa Learning Farms for a bioreactor and cover crop field day on Tuesday\, June 6 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Ron Vos’ farm near Ireton. The free event is open to farmers and landowners and includes a complimentary meal. \nBioreactors\, and similar edge-of-field practices\, have been prioritized by the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship as they are some of the most cost-effective methods to improve water quality. These practices can be located within existing filter strips and are designed to work with the field’s drainage system. When partnered with cover crops in the field\, farmers and landowners can take advantage of their additional benefits\, including reduced soil erosion\, weed suppression\, reduced nitrogen and phosphorus loads entering water bodies\, and increased organic matter in the soil. Numerous programs with financial and technical assistance are now available to encourage farmers and landowners to install these critical practices. \nJoin us to learn more about how bioreactors work through the demonstration of the Conservation On The Edge trailer and a site visit to Ron’s bioreactor installed in 2022. Ron will share his experience with the bioreactor\, as well as how he has been able to incorporate cover crops into his system. Ryan Johnson\, Iowa Soybean Association conservation agronomist\, will share best management practices for the northwest region of Iowa\, and Colton Meyer\, Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship environmental specialist\, will share program opportunities for cost-share related to bioreactors and cover crops. \nThe field day will be at 2766 450th St\, Ireton\, IA 51027. The farm is located on the north side of Hwy 10\, about 3.3 miles west of HWY 75. The event is free and open to farmers and landowners\, though we require reservations to ensure adequate space and food. \nFor reasonable accommodations and to RSVP\, please contact Liz Ripley at 515-294-5429 or ilf@iastate.edu.  Attendees will be entered in a drawing for ISU Prairie Strips honey. \n  \n \n 
URL:https://www.iowawatercenter.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-bioreactor-and-cover-crop-field-day/
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SUMMARY:Iowa Learning Farms Cover Crop Field Day Near Coon Rapids
DESCRIPTION:Iowa Learning Farms\, in partnership with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach\, will host a cover crop field day on Tuesday\, June 13\, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Whiterock Conservancy Burr Oak Visitor Center near Coon Rapids. The free event is open to farmers and landowners and includes a complimentary meal. \nThis field day aims to equip attendees with best management practices for establishing and managing cover crops. Cover crops offer many benefits to farmers and landowners\, including reduced soil erosion\, weed suppression potential\, reduced nitrogen and phosphorus loads entering water bodies\, and increased organic matter in the soil. When paired with no-tillage additional benefits include increased water infiltration and reduced erosion during heavy rain events. \nThe field day will feature Crawford County farmer Doug Gronau\, who farms with his son near Vail. For nearly 20 years\, they have been planting no-till corn and soybeans to help reduce soil erosion\, improve soil health\, and manage soil moisture. The Gronau’s have also been using cover crops since 2014 to further address soil erosion and help improve water quality. Dr. Mark Licht\, associate professor and extension cropping systems specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach\, will highlight best practices for establishing and managing cover crops to meet farm goals\, and Meaghan Anderson\, Iowa State University Extension field agronomist\, will discuss the herbicide considerations for successfully establishing cover crops. The field day will also include a Conservation Station rainfall simulator demonstration. \nThe field day will be held at the Whiterock Conservancy Burr Oak Visitor Center\, 1436 IA-141\, Coon Rapids\, IA 50058. The event is free and open to farmers and landowners\, though we require reservations to ensure adequate space and food. \nFor reasonable accommodations and to RSVP\, please contact Liz Ripley at 515-294-5429 or ilf@iastate.edu by June 6.  Attendees will be entered in a drawing for ISU Prairie Strips honey. \n  \n \n 
URL:https://www.iowawatercenter.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-cover-crop-field-day-near-coon-rapids/
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SUMMARY:Iowa Learning Farms Webinar: Water Quality Wetlands in Iowa
DESCRIPTION:Join Iowa Learning Farms June 14 at noon for a presentation by Shane Wulf\, wetlands project manager for the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS)\, covering water benefits delivered with water quality wetland improvements. \nWulf works in concert with farmers\, landowners\, and other stakeholders in Iowa to identify opportunities for the development and installation of water quality wetlands. His work has contributed to reductions in nitrate loss to waterways and helps support achievement of the Iowa Nutrient Reduction Strategy goals. \nIn the webinar\, “Water Quality Wetlands in Iowa\,” Wulf will discuss the function of different water quality wetland types and how each contributes to nitrate reductions while also providing excellent wildlife habitat. He will share examples of built projects as well as offer an update on sites under development. Wulf will also review the historical wetlands focus of IDALS and discuss ongoing expansion of programs and the efforts to site projects within alternative landscapes. \n“Wetlands have something to offer just about anyone\, whether you are an avid birder or interested in water quality and conservation\, IDALS’s efforts to promote wetland growth in Iowa delivers benefits to all Iowans\,” said Wulf. “Participants in this webinar should gain a better understanding of the importance of water quality wetlands to Iowa’s Nutrient Reduction Strategy and how these crucial systems impact water quality.” \nShortly before 12:00 pm CDT\, click the link below or type this web address into your internet browser:https://iastate.zoom.us/j/364284172 \n 
URL:https://www.iowawatercenter.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-webinar-water-quality-wetlands-in-iowa/
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