23 Feb 2016

Jackson County Iowa Corn Member Receives Distinguished Good Farm Neighbor Award

By Lisa Cassady

JOHNSTON, IA – February 19, 2016 – The Iowa Corn Growers Association (ICGA) recognizes Dave Burmahl and his wife Angie for receiving the ‘Gary Wergin Good Farm Neighbor Award’. The award was presented to the Burmahls by Iowa Deputy Sec...

23 Feb 2016

USSEC Works with USDA/APHIS to Find Solutions on Temporary Restriction of Russian Imports from the U.S. USSEC Works with USDA/APHIS to Find Solutions on Temporary Restriction of Russian Imports from the U.S.

By Lisa Humphreys

ST. LOUIS (Feb. 19, 2016) – The U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC) is working with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) to find a solution to technical issues affecting exports to Russi...

22 Feb 2016

NEW PI SOILMATES GOES TO WASHINGTON!

By Jenifer Angerer

New Pi’s Food & Garden Educator Scott Koepke Asked to Talk to Congress for The Pew Charitable Trusts This Monday & Tuesday

Iowa City, Feb. 18, 2016 – This is a big week for Scott Koepke of New Pi Soilmates. It starts like a typ...

22 Feb 2016

USDA Expands Insurance Options for Farmers Transitioning to Certified Organic Agriculture

By USDA Office of Communications

New Coverage Lowers Risk for Producers and Strengthens Farm Safety Net

WASHINGTON, Feb. 18, 2016 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced a new step to support farmers transitioning to certified o...

22 Feb 2016

ISU Extension and Outreach Scott County Calendar, Feb-Mar 2016

By Angela M. Orr

February 22, 2016 Pesticide Applicator Testing, Scott County Extension Office, 10:00am-2:00pm

February 24, 2016 Seed Treatment, Scott County Extension Office 9:00am-11:30am

March 2, 2016 Ornamental and Turf Applicators, Scott Co...

22 Feb 2016

Students Across the Country to Celebrate FFA Week

By Kristy Meyer

INDIANAPOLIS (Thursday, Feb. 18, 2016/National FFA Organization) – Agriculture plays a key role in our daily lives and in a variety of ways. Next week, more than half a million FFA members will celebrate the role agriculture plays in our live...

19 Feb 2016

Renewable Fuels Association Honors Gov. Branstad with 2016 Industry Award

By Office of the Governor of the State of Iowa

(DES MOINES)— In recognition of his years of unwavering support to the U.S. ethanol industry, the Renewable Fuels Association (RFA) chose Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad as the recipient of the RFA 2016 Industry Award. Rick Schwarck, president of A...

19 Feb 2016

Black Ties Blue Jackets Gala Kicks Off National FFA Week

By Lori Blackburn
Blue and Gold Hair Dye Fundraising Challenge Adds Fun and Funds to I Believe Campaign
Who: Iowa FFA Association and Iowa FFA Foundation
What: Black Tie Blue Jackets Gala to kick off National FFA Week (#FFAWeek) and raise ...
17 Feb 2016

Iowa Biodiesel supporters ask Iowa lawmakers to extend, expand incentives

By Iowa Biodielsel Board

Biodiesel Day on the Hill highlights economic, social benefits to state

(DES MOINES, IOWA) – Members and supporters of the Iowa Biodiesel Board hit the state capitol today, asking state legislators to exten...

12 Feb 2016

Scott County Master Gardener Spring Garden Seminar Series 2016

By Angela M. Orr

Iowa State Scott County Extension Master Gardeners announce their spring educational series designed for gardeners of all experience levels.

 March 2 – Great Gardening Resources:  Where to Get Information and How to Share It b...

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