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Summit Livestock Facilities Renews Investment in CSIF
West Des Moines, Iowa – July 9, 2014 – Summit Livestock Facilities confirmed its support of Iowa agriculture through a $5,000 renewed investment in the Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers (CSIF). “At Summit Livestock Facilities we take pride in constructing livestock buildings that provide comfortable conditions for the animals, protect the environment and help sustain...
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Bacon, Trees and Wind Power: The Penning Family
For the Pennings of Hardin County, farming is truly a family affair. “We do this together,” Roger Penning says with a smile. Five generations of Pennings have farmed and raised hogs near Hubbard. Today, Leonard and Bernie, along with their son Roger and wife Peggy run the family farm. In 2012, they were looking at...
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Claeys Family Hosts Cattle Building Open House
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa – June 24, 2014 – Farmers interested in learning about the benefits of raising cattle under roof are invited to attend an open house at the Curtis and Kendall Claeys farm on Tuesday, July 1 from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. The Claeys farm is located at 1717 215th Avenue, Delmar,...
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Currie Family to Receive June Wergin Good Farm Neighbor Award
West Des Moines, Iowa – June 23, 2014 – The Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers (CSIF) commends Mark and Mary Currie of Sac County for their outstanding efforts as neighbors and community leaders. They have been named the June recipients of the Wergin Good Farm Neighbor award. Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Bill Northey will present...
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CSIF Tips of the Month – June 2014
Rules and Regulations Highlights Dot Your I’s and Cross Your T’s: Always Check Separations When you’re thinking about building a new confinement – whether it’s for 5 head or 5,000 – it’s important to ensure the site is in compliance with all requirements before construction starts. No matter the size, ALL new confinements must meet...
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Alliant Energy Renews $10,000 Investment in the Coalition
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa – June 16, 2014 – Alliant Energy recognizes the importance of supporting Iowa agriculture and Iowa’s farm families. The Midwest energy company has renewed its $10,000 investment in the Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers (CSIF). “We have witnessed firsthand the positive impact CSIF has made on Iowa’s farm families over the...
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June Turkey Month Tribute
By: Adelai Swanson, CSIF Intern WEST DES MOINES, Iowa – June 9, 2014 – Turkey Lovers Month showcases Iowa’s turkey farmers and their dedication to raising a healthy, high quality product. Turkey has always been a centerpiece on families’ tables, especially during the holiday season. Americans enjoy almost 46 million turkeys each Thanksgiving. However, 48%...
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Iowa Dairy Farmers are a Reason to Celebrate
By: Adelai Swanson, CSIF Intern WEST DES MOINES, Iowa – June 2, 2014 – This June we recognize and celebrate Iowa’s dairy community. Iowa dairy farmers care for 204,000 milk cows on 1,684 separate farms. These cows produce 4.35 billion pounds of milk each year, consequently ranking Iowa 12th in the nation for total milk...
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Keith and Kendra Bunger to Receive May Wergin Good Farm Neighbor Award
West Des Moines, Iowa – May 22, 2014 – The Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers (CSIF) commends Keith and Kendra Bunger of Grundy County for their outstanding efforts as neighbors and community leaders. They have been named the May recipients of the Wergin Good Farm Neighbor award. Iowa Deputy Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig will...
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Ditch Family Hosts New Hog Barn Open House
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa – May 22, 2014 – Families, neighbors and community members are invited to attend an open house and complimentary dinner Tuesday, June 3 from 4:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at the Matt and Melissa Ditch farm outside of Center Point. The Ditch family will offer tours of their new barn, explain...
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