September 2011

Table of Contents

2017 Ag Outlook Seminar

March 9

Women In Ag Conference

Small Farm Conference

Tenant Publications Series

FINPACK Helps Farmers

Managing Margins

Financial Planning Program

Utilizing Manure Value

Keep Palmer Amaranth Off

Your Farm

Soil Fertility & Nutrient Man-

agement Short Course

Tomato Tech

Improved Yields Following Ce-

real Rye

Morel Mushroom Workshop

Sub-Surface Drainage Work-

shop

Private Pesticide Certification

IDALS Testing

2017 Dry Manure Certification

BRaNDs Software

Agronomy in the Field

Food Safety Video

Confinement Site Manure Ap-

plicator Workshops

"The fees for service will be used to off-set direct

expenses and to support the County Extension ANR

Program."

ISU Extension & Outreach

Keokuk County

400 220th Avenue, Suite A Sigourney, IA 52591

(641) 622-2680

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach does not discriminate on the basis of age, disabil-

ity, ethnicity, gender identity, genetic infor-

mation, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, socioeco-

nomic status, or status as a U.S. veteran. (Not all

prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be

directed to Ross Wilburn, Diversity Officer, 2150

Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, 515-294-1482, wilburn@iastate.edu.

February 2017

2017 AG OUTLOOK SEMINAR MARCH 9

The 2017 Ag Outlook seminar is scheduled for Thursday, March 9, 10 a.m. to 3:30

p.m. at the Riverside Casino & Gold Resort. The schedule of events includes Steve

Bohr, Farm Financial Strategies, sharing farm estate planning and estate tax issues.

James Tobin, Monsanto Grower Advisory Council, will share his insights on ag con-

solidation, innovation and its impact on producers and agribusiness. Chad Hart,

Iowa State University Associate Professor, will forecast his 2017 crop and livestock

prices, usage and ending stocks. Dan Mitchell, Cato Institute, will discuss Presi-

dent Trump’s ag policy and what it means to the agricultural community.

The seminar is free; however, registration is appreciated. You can register by call-

ing Tara Horesowsky by calling 319-358-2261, email

Tara_Horesowsky@HillsBank.com or go on line at www.HillsBank.com/

BusinessAcademy

The 2017 Ag Outlook seminar is sponsored by Ag Risk Crop Insurance, Hills Bank

and Trust Company, Latta Harris LLP, Sinclair Tractor, Iowa State University Ex-

tension and Outreach, Hertz Farm Management, Agri-Way Partners, Stutsman Inc.,

Agri-Management Services.

Join us for the Women in Ag-

riculture 2017 Conference on

March 25, 2017 in Washing-

ton, IA. The theme is Culti-

vate Connections, Plant Your

Potential, Grow Your Fu-

ture. This conference is

geared toward women of all

ages involved in all aspects of

agriculture. Keynote speaker, Jolene Brown, will present “If We Huff and Puff,

Will We Blow Your House Down?” and “The Balancing Act: 10 Ideas to Relieve

Stress and Bring Renewal to Our Farm and Family Life.” Attendees will learn why

having a strong foundation helps those in agriculture withstand the challenges and

surprises that test their ag business. Jolene will also share 10 realistic and applicable

ideas to help bring a breath of fresh air, renewal and balance to our work and family

life. The cost of the conference is only $25 for adults and $15 for students. This

conference is being made possible by Iowa State University Extension and Out-

reach, Washington County Riverboat Foundation and Julie Foster Van Camp. Van

Camp is a descendent of 1858 settlers in Washington County and is passionate about

supporting women in agriculture, preserving the farmland, and education current and

future farmers with a special interest in sustainable agriculture. For more infor-

mation on the conference or in being a sponsor please contact Washington County

Extension at 319-653-4811.

Cultivate Connections • Plant Your Potential • Grow Your Future

2017 Conference

Women in

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IOWA SMALL FARMS CONFERENCE TO BE HELD IN FEBRUARY . Multiple tracks of speakers will help attendees fit day to

meet their needs AMES, Iowa – The second annual Iowa Small Farms Con-

ference will be held on February 11, 2017 in Ames, Iowa.

Dan Perkins of Perkins’ Good Earth Farm will be the fea-

tured speaker along with a wide variety of track options

and a trade show.

“The Iowa Small Farms Conference will be a great event

for people who are excited to learn more about opportuni-

ties on their small farm or acreage,” said Christa Hartsook,

small farms program coordinator with Iowa State Universi-

ty Extension and Outreach. “With a wide variety of track options, attendees can get the most out of their day by customizing

the conference to fit their special needs and interests.”

The day begins with an address from Perkins, a certified crop advisor and owner and operator of a CSA along with his wife

Julie in DeMotte, Indiana. Perkins’ farm offers spring and fall CSA shares, as well as wholesale and retail garlic.

Three relevant tracks throughout the day will be led by experts and offer a wide variety of information to attendees. Track

options will include establishing hops, raising concurbits, tractors 101, creating windbreaks, wildlife habitat, on-farm wind

and solar, niche pork and more.

A trade show at the conference will provide attendees with opportunities to network with companies representing many fac-

ets of agriculture. The Iowa Small Farms Conference will be held in the Scheman Building on Iowa State’s campus from 8

a.m. to 4 p.m. Early registration is available for $50 until January 31, with registration moving to $75 after that date. For

more information and to register, visit www.aep.iastate.edu/smallfarms.

IOWA LEARNING FARMS RELEASES NEW 'TALKING WITH YOUR TENANT' PUBLICATION SERIES

AMES, Iowa — Caring for Iowa’s farmland requires many decisions that impact today and future generation’s ability to

best utilize the land for agricultural production. Land rental relationships can vary, but many face similar challenges when

discussing new conservation practices with a tenant or landlord. To help begin the conversation, Iowa Learning Farms cre-

ated a publication series with talking points and relevant research findings about a variety of conservation practices.

“A large number of Iowa cropland acres are rented every year; nearly 50 percent according to recent surveys. These rented

acres are greatly influenced by the tenant who farms them,” said Mark Licht, Iowa State University assistant professor of

agronomy and Iowa Learning Farms advisor, who conceptualized the series.

As land is passed from one generation to another, or is sold, it can lead to uncertainty for tenants and landowners alike.

“We developed this series in response to questions we heard from landowners. They wanted to understand how conservation

practices such as strip-tillage and cover crops would affect both their land and the tenant’s bottom line before asking them to

add these practices to their management plans,” said Jacqueline Comito, Iowa Learning Farms director. “While the name of

the series is ‘Talking to Your Tenant,’ the reverse is also true. We think tenants will also find the series helpful as they edu-

cate their landowners on implementing these important practices.”

The series addresses in-field practices like cover crops, no-tillage and strip-tillage, and edge-of-field practices such as deni-

trifying bioreactors and wetlands. If landowners or renters with ideas for future topics for this series should contact Liz

Juchems at ilf@iastate.edu or call 515-294-5429. The four-part series, along with other print and video resources, is availa-

ble online at www.iowalearningfarms.org/conservation. Copies will also be available at Iowa Learning Farms field days and

workshops, or mailed upon request.

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RESURGENCE OF FINPACK HELPS SUPPORT FARMERS WITH FINANCIAL PLANS

Software tool assists farmers with financial planning The Farm Financial Planning program sponsored by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach provides one-on-one

financial counseling and advice to farmers and their families. With the assistance of a financial counselor, a computerized

analysis of the farm business is conducted using the FINPACK software. The goal is to help farmers learn their financial

position and then offer referrals to other Extension programs or outside services for help. Any Iowa farmer can ask for as-

sistance with the program.

Who is it for? Farm Financial Planning is for anyone who wants to gain a better understanding of their farm fi-

nancial situation. It helps take the guesswork of whether or not a change in the business would increase profitability and

improve cash flow. A FINPACK analysis may provide a more in-depth evaluation of the farm business, which many lend-

ers require before extending further credit.

What does it do? Farm Financial Planning helps farmers evaluate the farm business and determine whether or not

a change is desirable. It provides an in-depth plan for the farm business so the producer and lender can make decisions for

the future. Farm Financial Planning helps answer three basic questions of sound business management.

How much does it cost? The service is cur rently available at no charge and is funded by the Agricultural Credit

School, a program of Iowa State University Extension and Outreach and the Iowa Bankers Association.

Is it confidential? Yes. Only the farmer and the associate will know the results of the analysis. Information will not

be shared with other people without your permission.

How do I make an appointment? Contact the Farm Financial Associate in your area at www.extension.iastate.edu/

farmanalysis/associatelist.htm or call the Beginning Farmer Center at 877-232-1999

MANAGING MARGINS YOUTUBE VIDEO Managing Margins video features Chad Hart , ISU Extension and Outreach Economist, discusses current financial condi-

tions and provides tips for managing margins during this period of lower prices. https://www.youtube.com/watch?

v=7oZqW6NOnTk

FARM FINANCIAL PLANNING PROGRAM Farm Financial Planning Program publication available at ISUEO online store- https://store.extension.iastate.edu/

Product/5334 This publication describes the one-on-one farm financial computer analysis service available from ISU

Extension to assist farm operators in assessing cash flow and profitability in a format often requested by lenders.

UTILIZING MANURE VALUE YOUTUBE VIDEO Utilizing Manure Value - https://youtu.be/p52289MsUuQ

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is helping farmers and livestock producers manage their manure supplies. Environmental

stewardship, safe handling, and providing crops with the nutrients they need are priorities for Iowa farmers.

KEEP PALMER AMARANTH OFF YOUR FARM WORKSHOPS Palmer amaranth, a new weed to Iowa and serious threat to production agriculture, has now been discovered in at least 48

Iowa counties. Farmers, farmer advisers, and others interested in learning to identify and manage this new threat will want

to attend one of three upcoming Palmer amaranth identification and management workshops in Region 15. Topics to be

covered at these meetings include: Palmer amaranth identification, management in crop and CRP areas, and a discussion of

common questions and concerns with Palmer amaranth. Plan to attend one of the free, two-hour sessions:

March 2 – 6:00 p.m., Washington County Extension Office; 2223 250th Street, Washington, IA 52353

March 21 – 6:00 p.m., Iowa County Extension Office; 223 West Welsh Street, Williamsburg, IA 52361

March 30 – 6:30 p.m., Johnson County Extension Office; 3109 Old Hwy 218 S., Iowa City, IA 52246

These workshops will provide a free lunch, so please pre-register to the county office prior to the meeting. You may con-

tact the Iowa County Extension office at 319-668-1052, the Johnson County Extension Office at 319-337-2145, or the

Washington County Extension Office at 319-653-4811. “With Palmer amaranth discoveries quickly increasing across the

state, proper identification is key to controlling infestations and preventing movement to crop fields. With early identifica-

tion, eradication of this problem weed is still possible in many areas,” said Meaghan Anderson, Iowa State University Ex-

tension Field Agronomist. For more information about these and other workshops, please contact Meaghan Anderson at

mjanders@iastate.edu or 319-337-2145.

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ISU EXTENSION AND OUTREACH OFFERS SOIL FERTILITY AND NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT SHORT COURSE

AMES, Iowa – Making sound soil fertility management decisions is an important part of successful crop production, on

both an economic and environmental level. Iowa State University Exten-

sion and Outreach will be offering a two-day short course focusing on prin-

ciples of soils, soil fertility and nutrient management to help crop produc-

tion professionals make more informed decisions.

Highlights include soil sampling and testing, pH and liming, essential, sec-

ondary and micronutrients, nitrogen dynamics and manure management.

The small class size allows for increased discussion and interaction with

extension specialists.

The Soil Fertility and Nutrient Management Short Course will be held Feb.

8-9 in room 004 of the Scheman Building on the Iowa State campus in

Ames. Registration opens at 8:30 a.m. with classwork beginning at 9 a.m.

and ending at 5:00 p.m. Feb 9. Registration is limited to 40 participants and

pre-registration is required. The cost is $275 and includes course reference notebook, lunches and breaks. Registration and

fees must be received by midnight, Jan. 31, 2017.

Additional course information and online registration with a credit card is available at www.aep.iastate.edu/soil. For more

information, please call ANR Program Services at 515- 294-6429 or email anr@iastate.edu.

TOMATO TECH: HOW TO GROW BETTER FRUIT (VEGETABLES?)

For the back yard gardener and local foods producer, join us on March 9 at 6:30 pm

at Keokuk County Extension Office for a tomato tech session presented by Patrick

O’Malley, ISU Extension and Outreach Commercial Horticulture Field Specialist.

The session will begin with a brief whimsical overview on whether tomatoes are ac-

tually a fruit or a vegetable. This will be followed by the course of action needed to

increase the likelihood of having a bountiful and flavorsome tomato crop. This will

include pre-plant considerations along with growing techniques. As for post-harvest

use of tomatoes, you are on your own. Questions contact: Vicki Homan vicki-

homan@hotmail.com or call the Extension office at 641-622-2680

Upcoming SE Iowa Area Horticulture Programs:

February 11, Chestnut Growing Conf. Letts, IA https://allevents.in/letts/comercial-chestnut-growing-

conference/225051497904177#

February 18, Local Food Producer Workshop, Burlington, IA http://www.extension.iastate.edu/desmoines/page/events?

programID=262747

March 15, Fruit Tree Pruning & Training Workshop, Fairfield, IA, closer to date info should be here: http://

www.extension.iastate.edu/jefferson/

March 30, Fruit Tree Grafting Workshop, Grinnell, IA, closer to date info should be here: http://

www.extension.iastate.edu/poweshiek/

March 31, Fruit Tree Grafting Workshop, Oskaloosa, IA, http://www.extension.iastate.edu/calendar/

ShowEventDetail.asp?programID=262262&sessionID=329186

8-YEAR ON-FARM STUDY REPORTS IMPROVED YIELDS FOLLOWING CEREAL RYE

AMES, Iowa — Cereal rye cover crops added to a corn-soybean rotation have little to no negative effect on yield and actu-

ally increased soybean yields in seven site-years and corn yield in two-sites years, according to an eight-year study con-

ducted by the Iowa Learning Farms and Practical Farmers of Iowa. In 2008 and 2009, 12 farmers across Iowa established

replicated strips of winter cereal rye cover crop and strips with no cover crop within their corn and soybean rotation. The

cover crop was either drilled after harvest or aerially seeded into standing crops each fall. At each site, the cover crop was

terminated the following spring by herbicide one to two weeks before planting. Read more at www.extension.iastate.edu/

article/8-year-farm-study-reports-improved-yields-following-cereal-rye

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REQUIRED MOREL MUSHROOM IDENTIFICATION WORKSHOP OFFERED IN APRIL

Certification will allow vendors to sell morel mushrooms in Iowa

AMES, Iowa – Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will host a three-hour class for

anyone interested in being certified to sell morel mushrooms legally within the state of Iowa.

Workshops will be available on three consecutive Saturdays in April on the Iowa State campus.

To legally sell morel mushrooms in Iowa, sellers must complete a certification workshop that

covers identifying morels and false morels. People can be poisoned by eating mushrooms that

are misidentified as morels. By the end of the workshops, participants will recognize true morels

from false morels.

Morel certification lasts for three years. Iowans who have not certified for three or more years

must recertify this year. Registration is open to out-of-state individuals, but those individuals should keep in mind that local certifica-

tion may be available in their home state. All three workshops will be held on the Iowa State campus in 210 Bessey Hall (2200 Os-

born Drive, Ames, Iowa) from 1-4 p.m. on April 1, 8 and 15. Please register on line at www.extension.iastate.edu/article/required-

morel-mushroom-identification-workshop-offered-april Click on "new user sign up" to begin making a reservation. Registration

cost is $50 per person. Free parking is available near Bessey Hall in Lot 14 on the east side of Wallace Road. For parking check the

online campus map at http://www.fpm.iastate.edu/maps/

Each workshop session will include:

Pre-training identification test

Presentation on recognizing morels and false morels as well as other species of wild mushrooms

Examination of preserved morels and false morels

Post-training identification test (and re-testing as needed)

Everyone who completes the training will receive both a wall and wallet-sized certificate of completion.

Contact Lina Rodriguez Salamanca, plant pathology diagnostician with Iowa State University’s Plant and Insect Diagnostic Clinic, at

515-294-0581 or pidc@iastate.edu with any questions about the training sessions.

SUB-SURFACE DRAINAGE IS THE TOPIC OF WORKSHOP Importance of all aspects of sub-surface drainage to be discussed on March

AMES, Iowa – Sub-surface drainage is an important part of agriculture in Iowa

and a day-long workshop March 3 will focus on topics of interest that have

emerged around farmland drainage. The Farmland Drainage Workshop will be

held from 8:30 a.m.-4:15 p.m. at the Iowa Bioprocess Training Center in Ed-

dyville. The workshop qualifies for Certified Crop Advisor credits, which have

already been applied for.

The workshop will provide information essential for designing and planning a

new drainage system or retrofitting an existing system. The economic and long-term benefits of tiling will be covered, as

will a discussion on environmental impacts from drainage. New technology that may be useful in minimizing negative

environmental impacts will also be covered. The morning session will discuss choosing a contractor, planning a drain-

age project, nutrient cycling in soils and the long-term benefits of tiling. Afternoon sessions will focus on the economics

of tiling, rental agreements to pursue tiling when landlords won’t install them, drainage issues, water quality and legal

issues related to tiling.

Additional ISU Extension and Outreach speakers include: Nathan Crane, regional extension educational director; Mike

Castellano, associate professor of agronomy; Matt Helmers, professor and extension agricultural engineer; Charles

Brown, farm management specialist; Greg Brenneman, agricultural engineering specialist; and John Baker, administrator

with the Beginning Farmer Center. Chris Hay, a senior environmental scientist with the Iowa Soybean Association, will

also speak at the event.

Registration is $40 before Feb. 28 and $60 after that date. Workshop materials, morning refreshments and lunch are in-

cluded. Registration is limited to the first 80 people who sign up. Participants can register by completing and submitting

the form located at extension.iastate.edu/mahaska and making payment to Mahaska County Extension. For more infor-

mation, download the workshop brochure or call ISU Extension and Outreach in Mahaska County at 641-673-5841.

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PRIVATE PESTICIDE APPLICATOR DATES SET The 2016-17 private pesticide applicator continuing instructional courses have been scheduled for Iowa, Johnson, Keokuk,

Linn and Washington County. If you wish to recertify by training and not by exam, you must attend a CIC session each year.

Remember, you always have the option of taking the exam. There is a $20 fee per person. A private pesticide applicator may

attend a class offered in any county. Pre-registration is not required. Iowa County Extension: 319-668-1052

February 21, 1:30 PM, Kinze Manufacturing, I-80, Exit 216

February 21, 4:15 PM, Kinze Manufacturing, I-80, Exit 216

April 13, 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM (2 sessions offered), ISU Extension, Williamsburg

Johnson County Extension: 319-337-2145 February 16, 1:30 PM, ISU Extension, Iowa City

April 13, 9:00 AM, ISU Extension, Iowa City

Keokuk County Extension: 641-622-2680

February 28, 1:30 PM, ISU Extension, Sigourney

February 28, 7:00 PM, ISU Extension, Sigourney

April 13, 1:00 PM, ISU Extension, Sigourney

Linn County Extension: 319-377-9839 February 9, 9:30 AM, American Legion, Central City

February 9, 7:00 PM, ISU Extension, Cedar Rapids

Washington County Extension: 319-653-4811

February 16, 7:00 PM, ISU Extension, Washington

April 13, 1:00 PM, ISU Extension, Washington

The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS) has requested that any applicator questions pertaining

to pesticide applicator licenses, training, certification, or renewals be referred to them. The following phone numbers below

will assist the applicator depending on their question:

Commercial Applicator Licensing, Commercial Certification, Dealer Licenses Tammy Green—515-281-5601

Private Applicator Certification and other pesticide-related issues Karen Robbins—515-281-8591

Other Agricultural issues, not pesticide-related 515-281-5321 Please do not call IDALS on questions regarding testing dates, locations, or costs, your County Extension can help you out

with these questions. If an applicator has questions on any Iowa State University pesticide applicator Continuing Instructional

Course please refer them to the Pesticide Safety Education Program (PSEP) website (extension.iastate.edu/psep) or the PSEP

office (515 294-1122).

IDALS PESTICIDE TESTING Tuesday, February 7, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM and Monday, March 13, 10 AM-2 PM, DALS Pesticide Testing Iowa City/

Johnson County Extension office. Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS) administers testing for

Commercial and Private Pesticide Applicators certification in Iowa. All tests are available at all sites. No registration is re-

quired. Photo ID is required. Study materials are available at the Johnson County Extension office. In Washington County,

tests will be offered Friday, Feb. 17, 10 AM -2 PM at Marr Park 2943 Hwy 92, Ainsworth Currently, IDALS has their test

dates listed from Feb-March at http://www.iowaagriculture.gov/Pesticide/pdf/2016/2017testingAttachment1.pdf

2017 DRY MANURE APPLICATOR CERTIFICATION WORKSHOP TO BE HELD IN WASHINGTON

Commercial manure applicators and confinement site manure applicators who primarily handle, haul or land apply dry or

solid manure should plan to attend the dry manure applicator certification workshop scheduled at the Washington County

Extension office February 7, 2017 at 1:00 pm. Please call 319-653-4811 to pre-register.

These workshops offered by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, in cooperation with the Iowa Department of Nat-

ural Resources meet manure applicator certification requirements for both confinement site and commercial manure applica-

tors. The workshops differ from the regular manure certification workshops only because they tend to focus more on dry/

solid manure issues such as stockpiling and handling. The workshops are free to attend and open to all. Applicators will be

required to submit certification forms and fees to the Iowa DNR to meet manure applicator certification requirements.

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BRaNDs NEW SOFTWARE VERSION

Our newly updated Beef Ration and Nutrition Decision Software (BRaNDS)

ration balancing software is more user friendly and it now reflects the updat-

ed guidelines in the recently released "Nutrient Requirements of Beef Cat-

tle."

This software will continue to be provided in both Standard and Professional

versions. For those who already have the existing professional edition, the

update will be $50; otherwise, the cost will be $525 for new users. For those

who have the standard edition, the update is $10 per module, and the com-

plete standard edition will be sold to new customers for $260.

Please note that the professional version now requires you to have MS Excel

2007 or later installed on a Windows based computer to operate. The Stand-

ard Edition will operate on both Windows and Mac systems running MS Ex-

cel. To order/pay for and download your desired version please go to the

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach online store here

https://store.extension.iastate.edu/ProductList?Keyword=brands+

Be sure to indicate in the customer request space on the order shipping page

if you are updating from a previous version to receive the much lower update

price. This will be validated with your name and email. If you choose to or-

der a program CD rather than a download of the program, call the Extension

Distribution Store at 515-294-5247. Just as in the past, program support is

just a phone call away to the Iowa Beef Center at 515-294-2333, or email at

beefcenter@iastate.edu

AGRONOMY IN THE FIELD WORKSHOPS There are two upcoming Agronomy in the Field workshops, one on Feb. 7

and the other on March 7. The workshops will be held at the Washington

County Office and will go from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., with a light meal

served at 5:45 p.m. Topics to be covered at these meetings include: nitrogen

management, herbicides and management of resistant weeds in Iowa.

Additionally the workshops will also be offered by a web-conferencing pro-

gram for those who are unable to travel to the meeting location.

“It can be hard to travel in the fall and winter months with the harvest season

and weather challenges, so hopefully the web-conferencing technology will

allow women across the state to still be a part of the program, even if they

are unable to physically be in the same location,” said Rebecca Vittetoe, ISU

Extension Field Agronomist.

Any interested women landowners, farmers and service providers who

would like to participate or learn more about any of these upcoming events

should contact the Meaghan Anderson at mjanders@iastate.edu or 319 337

2145 or Rebecca Vittetoe at rka8@iastate.edu or 319-653-4811.

FOOD SAFETY YOUTUBE VIDEO At Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, our goal is to empower

Iowa’s growers and producers through the latest information on food safety

guidelines and laws, providing information on industry standards and train-

ing on good agricultural practices.

To view the video go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=byHQFNVeepY

Serving Region 15

Agriculture

Ag Engineering Greg Brenneman

319-337-2145 gregb@iastate.edu

Beef Livestock Denise Schwab

319-472-4739 dschwab@iastate.edu

Patrick Wall 641-842-2014

patwall@iastate.edu

Commercial Horticulture

Patrick O’Malley 319-337-2145

omall@iastate.edu

Agronomy

Cody Schneider 319-325-5541

schn145@iastate.edu

Meaghan Anderson 319-337-2145

mjanders@iastate.edu

Virgil Schmitt 563-263-5701 vschmitt@iastate.edu

Farm Management Ryan Drollette

319-337-2145 drollett@iastate.edu

Swine Tom Miller

319-653-4811 tmiller@iastate.edu

Community Economic Dev. Himar Hernandez 641-682-5491 himarh@iastate.edu

Human Sciences

Family Life Dawn Dunnegan

319-385-8126 dunnegan@iastate.edu

Nutrition & Wellness Rachel Wall

319-337-2145 wallr@iastate.edu

Family Finance Mary Weinand

641-472-4166 mweinand@iastate.edu

Youth Janet Martin

319-337-2145 jmmartin@iastate.edu

Daleta Thurness Big Brothers Big Sisters

319-337-2145 daletac@iastate.edu

County Youth Coordinators

Johnson Co.-Camie Marshek 319-337-2145

cmarshek@iastate.edu

Iowa Co.-Mary Veatch 319-668-1052

mkaiser@iastate.edu

Keokuk Co.-Michele Sieren 641-622-2680

mlsieren@iastate.edu

Washington Co.-Amy Green 319-653-4811

amygreen@iastate.edu

Advancement Team

Karen Lathrop 319-930-9744

klathrop@iastate.edu

Regional Director

Gene Mohling 319-337-2145

mohling@iastate.edu

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CONFINEMENT SITE MANURE APPLICATOR WORKSHOPS FOR 2017

AMES, Iowa -- Confinement site manure applicators and anyone interested in learning about manure issues should plan to at-

tend a two-hour workshop offered by Iowa State University (ISU) Extension and Outreach in February 2017. Offered in coop-

eration with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, there is no fee to attend the workshops, but applicators will need to

pay certification fees to complete certification requirements. A total of 69 counties will participate in the confinement site

manure applicator workshops. In addition, a series of seven dry/solid manure applicator certification meetings will be held in

February. ISU Extension and Outreach county offices have a complete list of workshop dates and locations. The workshops

serve as initial certification for those applicators that are not currently certified, recertification for those renewing licenses and

continuing education for those applicators in their second or third year of their license.

For more information visit http://www.agronext.iastate.edu/immag/

Location Date Time

Benton County Extension Office, Vinton February 6, 2017 9:30 AM

Washington County Extension Office, Washington - Dry Manure February 7, 2017 1:00 PM

Jefferson County Extension Office, Fairfield February 9, 2017 9:30 AM

Washington County Extension Office, Washington February 20, 2017 6:30 PM