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The Emerald Ash Borer: What You Need to Know
By Megyn Walston, CSIF Communications Intern The Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) is a destructive insect to ash trees and considered one of the most destructive tree pests in North America according to Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. Once infested, a tree will typically die within two to four years. EAB has been discovered in...
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Iowa Livestock Insider – August 2018
Good Farm Neighbor Award Celebrates 15th Anniversary, 2018 Farming is a Family Affair Photo Contest Results, Neighbor Relations Update, Cattle Barn Open House and more included in this months issue!
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From the Intern – Enjoying the Experience
By Megyn Walston, CSIF Communications Intern Over the past month I have been busy with professional development while also experiencing new opportunities and networking with agriculture industry professionals. I am quickly realizing the value my internship brings to my resume and how unique this program is. In July, I had the opportunity to organize our...
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Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers Hosts Cattle Barn Open House
WEST DES MOINES, IOWA – August 16, 2018 – The Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers (CSIF) partnered with Alan and Sara Mohr of Marengo to host an open house celebrating their new 999 head cattle barn on August 3rd. Friends and family, farmers and community members, and legislatures and supervisors were all in attendance to...
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Good Farm Neighbor Award Celebrates 15 Years of Recognizing Iowa Livestock Farmers
Contact: Brian Waddingham, Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers, 800-932-2436, bwaddingham@supportfarmers.com; Bob Quinn, WHO Radio, 515-245-8847, bobquinn@iheartmedia.com; Dustin VandeHoef, 515-281-3375, dustin.vandehoef@iowaagriculture.gov WEST DES MOINES, IOWA – August 8, 2018 – The efforts of Iowa livestock farmers to be good neighbors and stewards of the land and water continues to be celebrated on the 15th anniversary of the...
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Cover Crops Enhance Both Crop and Livestock Operations
By Megyn Walston, CSIF Communications Intern On July 17, AJ and Kellie Blair of Dayton, Iowa hosted a field day to discuss their experience with cover crops. Topics ranged from how the crops can benefit crop rotations, nitrogen levels, and livestock operations. The Practical Farmers of Iowa hosted the event and presented research results from...
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Iowa Livestock Insider – July 2018
Read more about our most recent Good Farm Neighbor Award Winner, upcoming events, intern update and more!
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Mohr Family Hosts Cattle Barn Open House
Event to Highlight Environmental Safeguards and Animal Care WEST DES MOINES, Iowa – July 16, 2018 – Farmers interested in learning about the benefits of raising cattle under roof are invited to attend an open house at the Mohr family farm to tour Alan and Sara Mohr’s new cattle building on Friday, August 3...
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From the Intern – Educating Consumers to Better our Future
By Megyn Walston, CSIF Communications Intern I have always been passionate about educating consumers on where their food comes from. With today’s media and misconceptions that are being portrayed daily, this task has become even more important for the future of agriculture. In June I had the opportunity to visit Cinnamon Ridge Farms in Donahue,...
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Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers Partners with Iowa State Fair’s ‘Avenue of Breeds’
Contact: Brian Waddingham, Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers, 800-932-2436, bwaddingham@supportfarmers.com In celebration of Iowa’s diverse livestock industry, the Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers (CSIF) is proudly sponsoring the “Avenue of Breeds” at the Iowa State Fair for the eighth year in a row. The 2018 Iowa State Fair runs August 9 – 19 and the...
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