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Expert Tips for a Successful Tree Planting
Adapted from “A Guide for Installing Vegetative Environmental Buffers,” written by Trees Forever and published by the Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers. Thinking about planting trees this spring? Here are some must-have tips to make sure your tree planting is successful. The first step is to assess your site and determine your goals. Next, it is...
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Howard County Farm Family Sees Value in Trees
Jason Ludwig was spending a lot of time in the winter moving snow at his hog sites and decided he needed to do something different. “We were digging pit fans out all the time. We tried plastic snow fence, but the wind blew so hard that it tore it up. We needed something more permanent,”...
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Howard County Farm Family Sees Value in Trees: Ludwig Family
Jason Ludwig was spending a lot of time in the winter moving snow at his hog sites and decided he needed to do something different. “We were digging pit fans out all the time. We tried plastic snow fence, but the wind blew so hard that it tore it up. We needed something more permanent,”...
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CSIF Tips of the Month – March 2014
Rules and Regs Highlight Spring Manure Application Tips As the snow melts and this winter slowly turns to spring, it is extremely important to take into account the conditions of the ground and the weather forecast before applying manure. Although the restrictions on application of manure on frozen and snow-covered ground will expire April 1,...
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Terry Gleaves to Receive March Wergin Good Farm Neighbor Award
West Des Moines, Iowa – March 4, 2014 – The Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers (CSIF) commends Terry Gleaves of Pottawattamie County for his outstanding efforts as a neighbor and community leader. He has been named the March recipient of the Wergin Good Farm Neighbor award. Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Bill Northey will present the...
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‘Farming for the Future’ Expert Videos Available for Download
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa – February 24, 2014 – Livestock farmers who missed the Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers’ (CSIF) successful “Farming for the Future” conference in January can now view the various segments via video at www.supportfarmers.com/video. Each segment includes experts who can help Iowa’s livestock and poultry farmers manage changes to their farms....
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Mark Hollingsworth to Receive February Wergin Good Farm Neighbor Award
West Des Moines, Iowa – February 7, 2014 – The Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers (CSIF) commends Mark Hollingsworth of Madison County for his outstanding efforts as a neighbor and community leader. He has been named the February recipient of the Wergin Good Farm Neighbor award. Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Bill Northey will present the...
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Akron Landscaper Joins Green Farmstead Partner Program
West Des Moines, Iowa – February 7, 2014 — DeBoer Tree Farm of Akron has been designated a participating landscape professional in the Green Farmstead Partner program. The on-farm environmental initiative promotes the planning and installation of tree plantings on livestock and poultry farms. It’s a collaborative effort involving the Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers,...
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CSIF Tips of the Month – February 2014
Rules and Regs Highlight Inspection Update Spring is coming (believe it or not), and is a prime time for DNR to inspect livestock farms. Take steps now to make sure your farm is in compliance and your records are in order. Inspections have already started happening around the state. DNR has been notifying farmers 1-3...
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Series of Workshops Address Livestock Issues, Inspections
The Iowa Farm Bureau is hosting a series of informational workshops entitled “Iowa Livestock: Managing Risk, Capturing Opportunities” around the state during February. The Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers will be present to share insight on environmental regulations and upcoming DNR inspections. The sessions will offer expert analysis on a wide range of issues in...
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