Discussing a new conservation practice with your landlord can be challenging. To help begin the conversation, we created a new publication series with talking points and relevant research findings about specific conservation practices.
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A business model will help you stand out as a strong emerging farmer to potential landlords, lenders, and customers. It will also give you a pathway as you start your farming journey.
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View the Iowa Learning Farms video The Work of Our Hands (9:45) which discusses the relationship of societies and agriculture, historically and today.
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What is anaerobic digestion and how could it potentially work on your farm? Check out a new infographic for more information.
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Check out our new infographic designed to help guide success in the first years of perennial vegetation establishment.
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Check out the ILF video "Strip-Tillage Crop Management" in six chapters.
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Check out the ILF video series "Converting Your Planter for No-Till Operation".
(Note: click the three lines in the top right corner of the video for the entire playlist.)
In this infographic, learn strip tillage basics including equipment needs, timing, fertilizer application and the advantages compared with traditional approaches.
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Iowa’s fertile soil has helped the state become a global agricultural leader. However, that same soil and the fertilizers used to boost crop production contribute to water quality challenges when nitrogen and phosphorus leave through drainage, runoff and erosion. The Iowa Nutrient Reduction Strategy set statewide goals for reducing nutrient losses through a variety of practices.
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This study was conducted at six ISU research farms and the project compared three treatments: single species, mixture, and no cover crop.
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The project compared three different seeding techniques: above and below crop canopy using a high clearance interseeder and drilling after harvest.
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Iowa State University Extension publication.
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A quick-read of cover crop terms and their meanings.
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An "infographic" for a quick overview of cover crops in Iowa.
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A study estimating the value of retained nutrients and land value from the use of cover crops.
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A case study using rainfall simulation to estimate soil erosion and water infiltration rates in a corn silage/soybean rotation when a cereal rye cover crop is added compared to no cover crop.
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