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 …

Iowans to Observe Farm Safety Week Sept. 15-21

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.

Monarch and Pollinator Habitat Highlights of Field Day
Landowners and families who want to learn more about planting monarch and pollinator habitat should consider attending a field day Aug. 26 near Creston. The event is being hosted by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, Iowa Pheasants Forever, USDA-NRCS and the Union County Soil and Water Conservation District.