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NEW STUDY ESTIMATES ERODING STREAMBANKS' CONTRIBUTION TO STATE'S PHOSPHORUS EXPORT |
Eroding streambanks contribute a significant portion of the phosphorus export from the state, according to estimates from research led by Tom Isenhart, natural resource ecology and management, and State Geologist Keith Schilling, with the University of Iowa. Their work, funded by the Iowa Nutrient Research Center, used a process that combined detailed aerial mapping, computer modeling and data from on-the-ground monitoring. More |
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IOWA FARMLAND OWNERS COULD SEE TAX INCREASE FROM AMERICAN FAMILIES PLAN |
According to a new study by Kristine Tidgren, Center for Agricultural Law and Taxation, and Wendong Zhang, Center for Agricultural and Rural Development, some of Iowa’s farmland owners could face a substantial increase in taxes to pay for the proposed American Families Plan. More |
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CARD STUDY ON LABOR ISSUES IN PORK PRODUCTION GETS NEW ATTENTION |
A 2018 CARD study on “Labor Issues and Trends in U.S. Pork Production,” originally co-authored by Lee Schulz, economics, and recently updated by economics graduate student Holly Cook, is getting new attention from industry and media. More |
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RESEARCH TO STRENGTHEN POULTRY IMMUNE RESPONSE |
A new $500,000 award will support an Iowa State study on the immune system and intestinal microbiome of broiler chickens, with a goal of controlling coccidiosis and associated diseases. Elizabeth Bobeck and Stephan Schmitz-Esser, animal science, will lead the three-year project. More |
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CORN'S GENETIC DIVERSITY ON DISPLAY IN NEW STUDY |
A new study details the genomes of 26 lines of corn from across the globe. The genomes can help scientists piece together the puzzle of corn genetics. Using these new genomes as references, plant scientists can better select for genes likely to lead to better crop yields or stress tolerance. Matthew Hufford, ecology, evolution and organismal biology, is first author of the study published in the journal Science. More |
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FULBRIGHT SCHOLAR WORKS TO RESOLVE AMMONIA EMISSIONS AND ITS NEGATIVE EFFECTS |
David Kelleghan, a Fulbright Scholar visiting Iowa State from Dublin, Ireland, is working under the guidance of Richard Gates, director of the Egg Industry Center and endowed professor in the departments of agricultural and biosystems engineering and animal science, to resolve ammonia emissions from poultry, swine and the land spreading of cattle slurry and its negative effects. More |
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REPORT COMPARES CARBON CREDIT PROGRAMS |
A new report from ISU Extension and Outreach compares the differences among carbon credit and incentive programs offered in Iowa. Alejandro Plastina, economics, compared 11 private voluntary programs across 26 characteristics in How to Grow and Sell Carbon Credits in U.S. Agriculture. More |
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SPECIALTY CROP PROCESSORS HAVE NEW RESOURCE |
Scaling Up Specialty Crop Processing Toolkit, a new resource published by ISU Extension and Outreach, provides an overview and case study of the different criteria for food businesses interested in processing specialty crops through small scale value-added processing. More |
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"I SEE DEAD PLANTS" PODCAST NOW AVAILABLE |
“I See Dead Plants” is a new podcast released by the Integrated Pest Management program to help listeners learn how plant science research impacts everyday life. The episodes are made available through ISU Extension and Outreach and can be accessed on the IPM website, Apple Podcasts and Spotify. More |
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ISU EXTENSION AND OUTREACH RESOURCES, EVENTS |
These are just a few of the many new and updated resources and upcoming events from ISU Extension and Outreach - Agriculture and Natural Resources. See more.
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CALS ALUMNI MAKE 2021 IOWA STATE FAIR A SUCCESS |
Pulling off the Iowa State Fair is no small feat. Many CALS alumni helped contribute to the Iowa State Fair’s grand return. Check out some of their stories and roles:
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Garrett Ley (’16 agricultural business), exhibits, attractions, and thrill parks coordinator at the Iowa State Fair, oversees and manages the famous Barksdale Cookies stands.
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Taylor Brittain (’17 agricultural and life sciences education, ’18 MS), FFA advisor and agriculture instructor at Southeast Polk High School, managed the fan-favorite Animal Learning Center teaching visitors about all kinds of animal agriculture.
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Megan Hindman (’14 microbiology, ’18 DVM), clinical assistant professor at the ISU College of Veterinary Medicine, led a team of fourth-year veterinary students who monitor the health of livestock exhibited at the fair.
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Caitlin Remington ('12 agricultural and life sciences education), agricultural education instructor at Bondurant-Farrar High School, helped create and staff a new exhibit, The Garden, to teach fairgoers about vegetable production.
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Emily Wynn (’01 agricultural and life sciences education), agricultural education competitive events coordinator at the Iowa State Fair, manages learning programs and activities.
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HENRY FAMILY NAMED 2021 TOP PRODUCER OF THE YEAR |
LongView Farms, located near Nevada, Iowa, was recently named the 2021 Top Producer of the Year. This award is given to honor producers for their successful business concepts ranging from succession planning to value-added production. The Henry family, owners and operators of LongView Farms, includes: Steve (’83 farm operation), Laurie (’83 animal ecology), Scott (’12 agricultural business, international agriculture), and Eric (’17 agricultural business). |
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