Ajay NairExtension Commercial Horticulture Specialist 515-294-7080nairajay@iastate.edu Produce growers will learn from researchers and experienced high tunnel farmers A high tunnel short course will be held at Reiman Gardens on the Iowa State …
High Tunnels Are Focus of Upcoming Short Course
Addressing Challenges of Rainwater Catchment Systems for Produce Irrigation
Joe HannanCommercial Horticultural Field SpecialistIowa State University Extension and Outreachjmhannan@iastate.edu Rainwater as an irrigation source is continuing to grow in popularity across Iowa. Since Shawn Shouse and Linda Naeve of …
Apples with Blemishes
Richard Jauron Extension Horticulturist515-294-3108 rjauron@iastate.edu Apple trees are a treat in a home garden, but they are susceptible to a variety of diseases. One of the most common problems of …
Iowans to Observe Farm Safety Week Sept. 15-21
Charles SchwabAgricultural and Biosystems Engineering515-294-4131cvschwab@iastate.edu Farm safety celebrated with proclamation signed by Gov. Reynolds The Iowa Farm Safety and Health Week will be held Sept. 15-21 in conjunction with the …
Savings Incentive Program for beginning farmers
Practical Farmers of Iowa is now accepting applications for its next class of the Savings Incentive Program, a two-year mentorship and support program for beginning and aspiring farmers. Applications are due by Friday, Oct. 11, and must be submitted using the form at practicalfarmers.org/savings-incentive-program.