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CSIF Offers 2015 Summer Internship
West Des Moines, Iowa – September 15, 2014 – The Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers (CSIF) is accepting applications for an internship position for the summer of 2015. CSIF is offering an internship to encourage students to take an active role in assisting the livestock industry and gain the knowledge needed to lead the agriculture...
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CSIF Tips of the Month – September 2014
Rules and Regs Highlight Talk to Neighbors like a Pro In today’s lawsuit-happy world, it is more important than ever for farmers to make the time to develop positive relationships with their neighbors. Whether you are planning to grow your livestock farm or maintain the numbers you currently have, it is significantly easier and cheaper...
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#IowaFarmFam Photo Contest Winner Announced
To commemorate the organization’s 10th Anniversary, CSIF hosted a “Farming is a Family Affair” photo contest during the month of August. Families from across the state of Iowa submitted photos that showcased everything from checking crops as a family, to working cattle, to getting ready to go to the field, to showing livestock, to learning...
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CJ Farms Hosts Cattle Building Open House
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa – August 29, 2014 – Farmers interested in learning about the benefits of raising cattle under roof are invited to attend an open house at CJ Farms on Thursday, September 4 from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. CJ Farms is located at 2424 10 Street, Lamont, Iowa. The event is open...
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CSIF Tips of the Month – August 2014
Rules and Regs Highlight Preparing to Pass an Inspection As fall approaches, make sure your livestock or poultry farm is prepared to pass an inspection. Inspections of all sizes and types of livestock farms are happening across the state, including both confinements and open feedlots. DNR has been notifying farmers 1-3 days prior to an...
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CSIF Photo Contest Guidelines
To commemorate a decade of service to Iowa farm families, the Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers (CSIF) is sponsoring a photo contest called “Farming is a Family Affair” from August 4 – August 28 through its Facebook page. How to Enter: Simply email your name and favorite farm family photo to aswanson@supportfarmers.com to enter. Photos...
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CSIF Celebrates 10th Anniversary with Photo Contest
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa – August 4, 2014 – To commemorate a decade of service to Iowa farm families, the Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers (CSIF) is sponsoring a photo contest called “Farming is a Family Affair” from August 4 – August 28 through its Facebook page. The photo with the most ‘likes’ will receive...
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Uses for Native Grasses on Farms
Are you planting trees on your farmstead? Consider adding native grasses to your planting. They can have a positive impact on farming operations similar to tree plantings. Native grasses can create privacy screens, maintain wildlife habitats and improve soil quality. Livestock and poultry facilities with steep slopes close by can especially benefit from planting native...
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Young Farmer Hosts New Hog Barn Open House
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa – July 15, 2014 – It’s no secret that farming is a tough business to get into, but it’s even more difficult if you’re a young farmer. Families, neighbors and community members are invited to attend an open house and complimentary lunch Tuesday, July 22 from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m....
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Hoefler Family to Receive July Wergin Good Farm Neighbor Award
West Des Moines, Iowa – July 14, 2014 – The Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers (CSIF) commends Brian and Eileen Hoefler of Dubuque County for their outstanding efforts as neighbors and community leaders. They have been named the July recipients of the Wergin Good Farm Neighbor award. Iowa Deputy Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig will...
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