09 Nov 2015

U.S. Soybean Farmers Continue to Deliver on What Customers Want

By United Soybean Board
U.S. farmers sent 59 percent of soy production overseas in last marketing year ST. LOUIS (Nov. 9, 2015) - International customers want high-quality, reliable products, and that's what U.S. soybean farmers keep delivering - literally. In the most recent marketing year, the United States exported more than 2.3 billion bushels of U.S. soy, valued at more than $27 billion.

According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the final export total for the 2014/2015 marketing year, which ended September 30, includes more than 1.8 billion bushels of whole U.S. soybeans, meal from 552 million bushels of U.S. soybeans and oil from 172 million bushels. Exports accounted for 59 percent of U.S. soy demand this past marketing year.

"As a U.S. soybean farmer, I take pride in growing a high-quality product for my customers, whether they're five miles away or 5,000," says Bob Metz, United Soybean Board international opportunities target area coordinator, member of the U.S. Soybean Export Council board of directors and soybean farmer from Peever, South Dakota. "These numbers show not only how much our international customers rely on our soybeans, but also how much we rely on our customers."

Top buyers of whole U.S. soybeans in 2014/2015 include :
• China: 1.084 billion bushels
• Mexico: 130 million bushels
• Japan: 78 million bushels

Top buyers of U.S. soybean meal include :
• Mexico: meal from 85 million bushels of U.S. soybeans
• Philippines: meal from 66 million bushels
• Canada: meal from 39 million bushels

Top buyers of U.S. soybean oil include :
• Mexico: oil from 46 million bushels of U.S. soybeans
• Dominican Republic: oil from 22 million bushels
• Peru: oil from 19 million bushels

The 70 farmer-directors of USB oversee the investments of the soy checkoff to maximize profit opportunities for all U.S. soybean farmers. These volunteers invest and leverage checkoff funds to increase the value of U.S. soy meal and oil, to ensure U.S. soybean farmers and their customers have the freedom and infrastructure to operate, and to meet the needs of U.S. soy's customers. As stipulated in the federal Soybean Promotion, Research and Consumer Information Act, the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service has oversight responsibilities for USB and the soy checkoff.

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The U.S. Soybean Export Council connects U.S. soybean farmers with opportunities to improve human nutrition, livestock production and aquaculture. This mission is accomplished with a science-based technical foundation and a global network of partnerships including soybean farmers, exporters, agribusiness and agricultural organizations, researchers and government agencies. USSEC operates internationally and works with aquaculture programs in different nations to help ensure sustainability and profitability for industry producers. USSEC programs are partially funded by the United Soybean Board (USB).

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06 Nov 2015

ISU Extension and Outreach Scott County Calendar, lNov 2015

By Amanda Heitz
November 6, 2015 Pesticide Applicator Testing, Scott County Extension Office, 10-2 p.m

November 11, 2015 Ornamental & Turf Applicators Pest Management, Scott County Extension, 9-11:30 a.m.

November 12, 2015 Parenting Successful Kids, Scott County Extension 5:30p.m.-7:30p.m.

November 17, 2015 Fumigation Pest Management, Scott County Extension, 9-11:30 a.m.

November 18, 2015 Commercial Ag Weed, Insect, and Plant Disease Mgmt Pest Management, Scott County Extension, 9-11:30 a.m.

November 26, 2015 EXTENSION OFFICE CLOSED

November 27, 2015 EXTENSION OFFICE CLOSED

December 1, 2015 Scott County Extension Council Meeting, Scott County Extension Office, 7:00p.m.-9:00p.m.

December 2, 2015 Pest Control Operators, Scott County Extension Office, 9:00a.m.-11:30a.m.

December 4, 2015 Pesticide Applicator Testing, Scott County Extension Office, 10:00a.m.-2:00p.m.

Visit our events calendar at our web site:   http://dbs.extension.iastate.edu/calendar/
06 Nov 2015

Investing in Opportunity in Indian Country

By USDA Office of Communications
Posted by Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack

USDA celebrates National Native American Heritage Month in November with a blog series focused on USDA's support of Tribal Nations and highlighting a number of our efforts throughout Indian Country and Alaska. Follow along on the USDA blog.

Earlier today, I met with leaders from the 566 federally-recognized Native nations who participated in the White House Tribal Nations Conference. This was the seventh of such conferences hosted by the Obama Administration, and built upon the President's commitment to strengthen the government-to-government relationship with Indian Country and to improve the lives of American Indians and Alaska Natives, with an emphasis on increasing opportunity for Native youth.

All told, over the course of the Administration, the U.S. Department of Agriculture alone has invested nearly $3 billion in rural development projects that have helped Tribal members achieve the dream of homeownership; improved community facilities in Tribal communities; made critical upgrades to electric, water and telecommunications infrastructure that serve Tribal communities and members; and invested in the Tribal businesses and entrepreneurs who drive economic growth in Indian Country.

My conversation with Tribal leaders focused on three key areas: how public and private partners can drive infrastructure investment in Indian Country; how to expand access to capital for Tribal-owned businesses to spur economic growth in Indian Country; and how to strengthen services and programming for Tribal youth. An overarching theme of the conversation was how we can sustain and establish permanency for the good work done in partnership with Tribal leaders over the past seven years, as we move into the final year of the Administration.

Investments in strong, secure infrastructure in Indian Country?things like roads and bridges, but also internet access, housing and community facilities like hospitals and schools?help to improve connectivity and access to information, move products to market, and make communities competitive and attractive to businesses and investments. One of the ways we work to secure investment in these types of projects is through the Obama Administration's place-based initiatives, exemplified by the Tribal Promise Zones and USDA's StrikeForce for Rural Growth and Opportunity, which work with American Indian and Alaska Native communities across the country. Just this week, USDA announced an investment of $3.9 million to build and improve water and wastewater infrastructure, including one award for the Red Lake Band of Chippewa Indians in Minnesota and five awards in California, including Big Sandy Rancheria, two awards to the Cortina Band of Wintun Indians, the Grindstone Indian Rancheria, and the Yurok Tribe.

Upgraded facilities in particular can help to improve the quality of life in Tribal communities and provide state-of-the-art healthcare, education and training, particularly for young people. One of the most important things we can do for any child, no matter where they're born and raised, is to ensure that they have access to a high quality education and USDA has the resources to help. For example, USDA worked with Red Cloud Indian School in Pine Ridge, South Dakota to update the substandard furniture students, faculty and staff used every day. USDA employees in South Dakota helped the school apply for a grant through the Economic Impact Initiative Grant Program, and Red Cloud Indian School was able to purchase new tables, desks and projectors. And earlier this year, Education Secretary Arne Duncan and I met with leadership from Native American LifeLines, an organization that serves Native American families in east Baltimore. During the meeting, we explored ways to better serve urban Native communities, including using urban agriculture as an opportunity to reconnect Native youth to the land and teach important lessons about healthy eating.

And to support higher education opportunities in Tribal communities, today, USDA announced nearly $2 million in grants to support research projects in American Indian communities through the Tribal College Research Grants Program, made possible by the 2014 Farm Bill. This funding builds on more than $115 million invested in Tribal post-secondary institutions by USDA over the past seven years. Projects from this year include research by Tohono O'odham Community College into new practices for food-seed storage and hospitable living in areas of extreme heat and drought through modernizing and increasing the energy efficiency of ancient architectural practices. Another project from Diné College will work on the most efficient way to propagate seeds of yucca species and identifying plants from five yucca species that exhibit superior qualities as food and fiber crops.

These are just a few examples of the myriad ways USDA works with Tribes. As 2015 comes to a close, we will continue to work with Tribes on a government-to-government basis, consulting and collaborating with them, and striving to ensure that they receive their fair share of support from USDA programs?support that not only provides jobs and educational opportunities, but also honors our promises and treaty responsibilities. Whether you are a Tribe interested in a wide variety of construction and business possibilities or a Tribal citizen interested in establishing or expanding your farm, ranch or small business, I encourage you to work with our Office of Tribal Relations to get a broad spectrum perspective on the resources available through USDA.

05 Nov 2015

Iowa FFA Highlights From National FFA Convention & Expo

By Scott Johnson
For the 2nd time in three years, the National FFA Central Region Vice President is from Iowa! Abrah Meyer, 2014-15 Iowa FFA President, was elected last Saturday at the 88th National FFA Convention and Expo. To learn more about the new National FFA Officer team, click here.
Other Iowa highlights include (click here for the National FFA Convention and Expo press room):
127 American Degree Recipients
3rd Place Ag Communication CDE Team: Montezuma FFA Chapter
1st Place Ag Sames CDE Team: Muscatine FFA Chapter: 1st place individual Makayla Kellor and 2nd place individual Tiffany Tomlin
9th Place Dairy Cattle CDE Team: Maquoketa Valley FFA Chapter
2nd Place Farm Business Management Individual: Spencer Pech, Starmont FFA
6th Place Floriculture CDE Team: Muscatine FFA Chapter
3rd Place Prepared Public Speaking CDE: Kalee Leistikow, Wapsie Valley FFA Chapter
National FFA Proficiency Award Winner, Ag Mechanics Repair and Maintenance: Kellie Einck, South O'Brien FFA Chapter
02 Nov 2015

National FFA Organization Selects 2015-16 Officers

By Kristy Meyer

INDIANAPOLIS (Saturday, Oct. 31, 2015/National FFA Organization) - Students from Arkansas, Tennessee, Ohio, Iowa, Georgia and Utah have been elected by delegates from throughout the United States to serve on the 2015-16 National FFA Officer team.

Taylor McNeel of Arkansas, an agricultural business major at Southern Arkansas University, was elected president. Nick Baker of Tennessee, an agricultural communications major at the University of Tennessee, will serve as secretary.

Sydney Snider of Ohio, an agricultural communications major at The Ohio State University, was elected eastern region vice president and Abrah Meyer of Iowa, an agricultural business major at Iowa State University, will serve as central region vice president.

Abbey Gretsch of Georgia, an agricultural communications major at the University of Georgia, was elected southern region vice president and Sarah Draper of Utah, an agricultural education major at Utah State University, will serve as western region vice president.

Each year at the National FFA Convention & Expo, six students are elected by delegates to represent the organization as National FFA officers. Delegates elect a president, secretary and vice presidents representing the central, southern, eastern and western regions of the country.

National officers commit to a year of service to the National FFA Organization. Each travels more than 100,000 national and international miles to interact with business and industry leaders, thousands of FFA members and teachers, corporate sponsors, government and education officials, state FFA leaders, the general public and more. The team will lead personal growth and leadership training conferences for FFA members throughout the country and help set policies that will guide the future of FFA and promote agricultural literacy.

The National FFA Organization provides leadership, personal growth and career success training through agricultural education to 629,367 student members who belong to one of 7,757 local FFA chapters throughout the U.S., Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.

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02 Nov 2015

It's no trick: Cellulosic ethanol a treat for Iowa economy

By Rick Martin

Iowa is widely known for our first-rate hospitality, first-in-the-nation presidential caucuses and first-class production of corn, soybeans, pork and eggs. Fewer people may realize that our state also is a rising star in America's clean energy renaissance.

In fact, Iowa is leading America's strategic efforts to foster energy independence and secure affordable, reliable and renewable sources of clean energy. Our state is on track to generate nearly 30 percent of its electricity from wind. From supply chain to socket, Iowa wind energy creates good paying jobs and keeps electricity prices low for consumers.

Iowa's prized farm commodities also are being tapped to diversify and improve America's domestic, renewable fuel supply chain, including biodiesel and corn-based ethanol. Iowa's crop yields climb from one harvest to the next thanks to precision farming techniques, responsible soil stewardship and advances in bioseed technology.

Driving growth in America's energy renaissance can be credited with creating good jobs, revitalizing rural economies, boosting wage growth and farm income, reducing U.S. reliance on foreign fossil fuels and generating clean-burning fuels and pollution-free electricity, such as wind, solar and hydropower.

In the last three decades, Iowa's renewable fuels sector has gained tremendous momentum and growth. Federal tax and energy policies have encouraged the American entrepreneurial spirit, giving farmers, captains of industry and investors the green light to think big, dream big and go big.

In fact, from conception to commercialization, Iowa's newest ethanol biorefinery is a by-product of Iowa ingenuity, innovation and investment. The brand new, state-of-the-art, next-generation, $225 million cellulosic ethanol production facility is opening for business during the heart of harvest season right in the heart of Iowa.

DuPont expects its fully integrated production facility will convert 370,000 dry tons of corn stover to 30 million gallons of fuel-grade ethanol each year. Corn stover is what's left-over from the harvest. Think cobs, leaves, husks and stalks. We're talking about adding value to organic crop waste. More than 500 local farmers from a 30-mile radius will supply the biorefinery with their "post-harvest" harvest each year.

Just think. Iowa is ground zero for next generation biofuels. According to DuPont, this biorefinery is the largest cellulosic ethanol facility in the world. It is a world-class model for next-generation, sustainable, clean energy. And it's right here in Iowa.

As an outspoken champion for rural America and a renewable energy policy leader in the U.S. Senate, I worked successfully a decade ago to secure passage of the federal Renewable Fuels Standard (RFS) that planted seeds of opportunity for growth, innovation and stability in the marketplace. The RFS was created to help diversify and propel next-generation biofuels to market, give consumers a competitive choice of fuels at the pump, curb reliance on foreign fossil fuels and protect the environment.

Despite Big Oil's tricks to spin a web of misguided information and spook renewable fuels growth, investment and development, groundbreaking collaboration continued among scientists and researchers, as well as farmers, job creators and investors in the private sector. The brain trust masterminding the new world-class facility in Story County represents the best and brightest from leaders in agriculture, academia and industry.

In the meantime, I am continuing my clarion call in Congress to shake sense into the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). It got stuck in Big Oil's sticky web. Specifically, I have pressed the EPA to live up to its legal obligations to provide certainty to the biofuels industry and set robust RFS volume requirements that were passed by lawmakers elected by the American people.

The EPA's proposed volume requirements under the RFS program for 2014, 2015 and 2016 must be finalized by Nov. 30. It's disappointing the EPA ignored targets set by Congress. I will continue working to prevent Big Oil from hoodwinking the EPA so that critical investment in infrastructure will grow and allow American consumers to have clean energy choices.

Iowa's new cellulosic facility also will help dry up the crocodile tears spilled by Big Food that tries to assign blame to corn-based ethanol for rising food prices. Don't forget, the facility in Nevada will produce fuel-grade ethanol from crop residue, not corn kernels. As long as it takes, I will continue debunking myths from the cauldrons of Big Oil and Big Food and press the EPA to uphold the law.

As Iowa's senior U.S. senator, I welcome Iowa's shining new star to America's renewable energy constellation. Like the pioneers who made their mark generations before us, Iowa's 21st century risk-takers and innovators are embracing environmental stewardship as they plow forward to achieve prosperity and work to make tomorrow even better than today.

U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley, an influential lawmaker for renewable energy policy on Capitol Hill, has represented Iowa in the U.S. Senate since 1981.  The DuPont Cellulosic Ethanol facility celebrates its grand opening Friday, October 30, in Nevada.
30 Oct 2015

Prepare for 2016 Iowa Agriculture at Pro-Ag Outlook and Management Meetings

By Angela M. Orr
Extension economists offer outlook for grain and livestock for producers and ag-business professionals

Article | Thu, 10/22/2015 - 16:49 | By Ann Johanns, Chad Hart

AMES, Iowa - Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will host 12 Agricultural Outlook meetings

across Iowa in November and December. This program is designed to provide participants with a concise

evaluation of current market conditions, expected trends in crop and livestock income potential, and

management implications.

Chad Hart, associate professor in economics and extension grain markets specialist with Iowa State

University, will discuss past, current and future prices. "Farmers know today's price," said Hart. "What I

ask is how much did it cost to produce it?" Hart continued, "To make marketing decisions, farmers need

to know their production costs."

Lee Schulz, livestock economist with ISU Extension and Outreach, will explain factors that are

influencing calf prices and how producers can use that information to make decisions about selling at

weaning, backgrounding, or finishing.

Alejandro Plastina, assistant professor and extension economist at Iowa State University, will address

how to manage a farm business with low to negative crop margins. "It is important for producers and ag-

business professionals to have a clear understanding of the profitability analysis for corn and soybeans in

the state of Iowa, as well as on their own operations," said Plastina. "Profit analysis, as well as being

aware of possible strategies to cope with low- to negative-profit margins are key to managing in 2016."

Each program will feature information presented by specialists from Iowa State University Extension and

Outreach. Some locations will also provide expertise from Iowa State University agricultural legal experts

and Extension field agronomists, who will give participants a realistic expectation of production prices

and tactics to decrease costs to get to a profitable margin. Specific topics will vary to provide a regional

focus for participants.

The sessions are open to the public, however pre-registration is requested two days prior to the date of the

event. A meeting is planned for November 5, 2015 in Iowa City, IA. Please visit

www.extension.iastate.edu/agdm/info/meetings.html for more information.
30 Oct 2015

COOLING GRAIN IN STORAGE

By Angela M. Orr

Cool Stored Grain Now

In the past couple of weeks a lot of corn and soybeans went into storage with

temperatures in the 60s.  With grain this warm, moisture migration within the grain mass

and spoilage can occur very quickly, even with fairly dry grain.

With average daily temperatures soon in the low to mid 40s, newly stored grain should

be cooled down as soon as possible.  While stored grain should be cooled to 30-40

degrees for winter storage, the sooner we get grain temperatures down, the better.  Fans

might need to be run several times during the fall to get grain down to wintertime storage

temperatures.

The time required to completely cool a bin of grain depends on fan size.  In general

terms, a large drying fan will take 10-20 hours to cool a bin of grain.  However, a small

aeration fan can take a week or more to completely cool a full bin.  In either case, it is

best to measure the temperature of the air coming out of the grain to see if cooling is

complete.  It is also much better to error on the side of running the fan too long rather

than turn it off too soon.

Now is also a good time to "core" each of your bins to remove fines that have

accumulated in the center of the bin.  When coring a bin after filling, remove about half

the peak height for improved aeration. After coring, the top of the grain should be visually

inspected to ensure an inverted cone has been created. If no cone is created, bridging of

the grain has taken place and a very unsafe condition has been created. No one should

enter the bin until situation has been safely corrected.

If grain is dried down to the proper moisture and correctly cooled, it should store very

well through the winter.  Even so, it is best to check stored grain at least every two

weeks during the winter and once a week in warmer weather.  To do a good job

checking grain, inspect and probe the grain for crusting, damp grain, and warm spots.  

Also, run the fan for just a few minutes and smell the exhaust air for any off odors.  For

more details, order a copy of "Managing Dry Grain in Storage" AED-20 from Midwest

Plan Service at https://www-mwps.sws.iastate.edu/catalog/grain-handling-storage   or

check out more grain drying and storage information at

https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/graindrying

30 Oct 2015

Agriculture Deputy Secretary Krysta Harden Announces New USDA Commitments to Help Build Up Next Generation of Farmers and Ranchers

By USDA Office of Communications

LOUISVILLE, October 29, 2015–Agriculture Deputy Secretary Krysta Harden today announced a commitment by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to prioritize $5.6 billion over the next two years within USDA programs and services that serve new and beginning farmers and ranchers. Deputy Secretary Harden also announced a new, tailored web tool designed to connect burgeoning farm entrepreneurs with programs and resources available to help them get started.

"Today's announcement is symbolic of the evolution of USDA's efforts to better serve the next generation of farmers and ranchers. What began seven years ago with the recognition that the rapid aging of the American farmer was an emerging challenge, has transformed into a robust, transparent, tech-based strategy to recruit the farmers of the future," said Harden. "No matter where you're from, no matter what you look like, no matter your background, we want USDA to be the first stop for anyone who is looking to be a part of the story and legacy of American agriculture."

The new web tool is available at www.usda.gov/newfarmers. The site was designed based on feedback from new and beginning farmers and ranchers around the country, who cited unfamiliarity with programs and resources as a challenge to starting and expanding their operations. The site features advice and guidance on everything a new farm business owner needs to know, from writing a business plan, to obtaining a loan to grow their business, to filing taxes as a new small business owner. By answering a series of questions about their operation, farmers can use the site's Discovery Tool to build a personalized set of recommendations of USDA programs and services that may meet their needs.

Using the new web tool and other outreach activities, and operating within its existing resources, USDA has set a new goal of increasing beginning farmer and rancher participation by an additional 6.6 percent across key USDA programs, which were established or strengthened by the 2014 Farm Bill, for a total investment value of approximately $5.6 billion. Programs were targeted for expanded outreach and commitment based on their impact on expanding opportunity for new and beginning farmers and ranchers, including starting or expanding an operation, developing new markets, supporting more effective farming and conservation practices, and having access to relevant training and education opportunities. USDA will provide quarterly updates on its progress towards meeting its goal. A full explanation of the investment targets, benchmarks and outcomes is available at: BFR-Commitment-Factsheet.

Deputy Secretary Harden made the announcements during remarks to more than 60,000 attendees at the National FFA Convention in Louisville, Kentucky. The National FFA Organization is the largest youth organization in the United States, and focuses on preparing students for a wide range of careers in agriculture, agribusiness and other agriculture-related occupations.

As the average age of the American farmer now exceeds 58 years, and data shows that almost 10 percent of farmland in the continental United States will change hands in the next five years, we have no time to lose in getting more new farmers and ranchers established. Equally important is encouraging young people to pursue careers in industries that support American agriculture. According to an employment outlook report released by USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) and Purdue University, one of the best fields for new college graduates is agriculture. Nearly 60,000 high-skilled agriculture job openings are expected annually in the United States for the next five years, yet only 35,000 graduates with a bachelor's degree or higher in agriculture related fields are expected to be available to fill them. The report also shows that women make up more than half of the food, agriculture, renewable natural resources, and environment higher education graduates in the United States. USDA recently released a series of fact sheets showcasing the impact of women in agriculture nationwide.

Today's announcement builds on USDA's ongoing work to engage its resources to inspire a strong next generation of farmers and ranchers by improving access to land and capital; building market opportunities; extending conservation opportunities; offering appropriate risk management tools; and increasing outreach and technical support. To learn more about USDA's efforts, visit the Beginning Farmers and Ranchers Results Page.

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28 Oct 2015

Loebsack Announces Nearly $250,000 for Rural Development Projects Across Iowa

By Joe Hand

Washington, D.C. - Congressman Dave Loebsack today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has awarded eight grants totaling $248,482 to farmers and rural businesses in Iowa's Second District. The funding comes from the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP). REAP provides grants and loan guarantees to assist farmers, ranchers, and rural small businesses in developing renewable energy systems, and in making energy-efficiency improvements to their operations.

"Fostering the growth of energy efficiency measures is imperative to boost the rural economy and helps farmers and businesses save on their utility bills and overhead costs," said Loebsack. "Implementing better ways to reduce energy consumption must be a top priority, and I am pleased that these agricultural producers and businesses have been given this opportunity."

Details of the grant recipients are below.

Claude Greiner - Columbus Junction, Iowa ($49,922)

This project will install a solar system to provide electricity to a farming operation that will displace 89% of their energy usage. The project projects to generate 129,105 kWh of electricity per year, or enough electricity to power 11 homes.

Grinnell-Lynnville/Sully-Gilman Veterinary Clinic, LLP - Grinnell, Iowa ($30,750)

Project funds will be used to install 2 solar energy systems.  The project will generate enough energy to power approximately 6 average sized homes per year.

Jarrard Farm Corp - Washington, Iowa ($36,576)

This project will install a solar system to provide electricity to a farming operation that will displace 95.22% of their energy usage. The project projects to generate 75,675 kWh of electricity per year, or enough electricity to power 7 homes.

Daniel Sieren - Harper, Iowa ($21,040)

This energy efficiency improvement project will install a new energy efficient grain drying system that is estimated to reduce energy usage by 65%. The project projects to generate 256,168 kWh of electricity per year, or enough electricity to power 24 homes.

Josh M Thomann - Riverside, Iowa ($22,180)

This project will install a solar system to provide electricity to a farming operation that will displace 108.90% of their energy usage. The project projects to generate 43,260 kWh of electricity per year, or enough electricity to power 4 homes.

Dean Vankooten - Kellogg, Iowa ($33,500)

This project will install a solar system to provide electricity to a farming operation that will displace 127% of their energy needs. The project projects to generate 83,832 kWh of electricity per year, or enough electricity to power 7 homes.

Larry Whetstine - Wellman, Iowa ($27,749)

This project will install a solar system to provide electricity to a farming operation that will displace 77.1% of their energy usage. The project projects to generate 123,105 kWh of electricity per year, or enough electricity to power 12 homes.

Wiliam Morrison - Keswick, IA ($27,465)

This energy-efficiency improvement project will install a new energy-efficient grain drying system that is estimated to reduce energy usage by 63%. The project projects to save the equivalent of 207,004 kWh or the equivalent of 19 homes.

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