ISU Extension and Outreach - Agriculture and Natural Resources

"Local food systems work is complex, so having a shared understanding of how they function and how to positively contribute is valuable."

Build that foundation with Virtual Local Food Leader 101 — a self-paced, online course paired with live learning circles for real peer connection. Sept. 30-Dec. 16. Open to anyone invested in strengthening local food systems.

Learn more 👉 https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/online-course-provides-skills-enhancing-local-food-systems-0

Iowa State University Extension Farm Food and Enterprise Development

🌽 Check out the Fall Field Day at Southeast Research and Demonstration Farm on September 10 to see ISU research in action:
✅ Cropping systems and nitrate loss trends
✅ Miscanthus as an alternative biomass crop
✅ Cover crop mixes for forage and soil health

Open to farmers, ag retailers, crop advisers, conservation professionals, and livestock producers. Continuing Education Units available!

Learn more 👉 https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/fall-field-day-be-held-iowa-state-university-southeast-research-farm-sept-10
Washington County Extension, ISU Extension and Outreach: Jefferson County, ISU SE Research and Demonstration Farm

Ever picked a tomato too early and regretted it? 🍅 You're not alone.

Harvest timing can make or break the flavor of your home garden crops, and the signs aren't always obvious. Our consumer horticulture specialist Aaron Steil breaks down exactly what to look for, crop by crop, so nothing goes to waste this season.

Learn more 👉 https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/harvest-time-home-vegetable-garden
Iowa State Extension Yard and Garden

Celebrate 50 years of delivering regional crop research with the Northeast Research and Demonstration Farm on September 10! 🌽

Area farmers, agribusiness professionals, and interested community members are welcome to attend the free event and witness current research being conducted on the farm.

Learn more 👉 https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/northeast-iowa-research-farm-marks-50-years-producer-focused-agricultural-research
ISU Extension and Outreach - Chickasaw County, Floyd County Extension and Outreach

Get involved with the ISU Local Food Festival! 🍎🥕🍯

The farmers market-style festival connects local businesses, organizations, and producers with the community through local foods — right on ISU's lively central campus.

Learn how you can participate 👉 https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/vendor-and-sponsor-opportunities-available-2026-iowa-state-university-local-food-festival

Iowa State University Extension Farm Food and Enterprise Development

“Fall can be one of the best times to address common pasture weeds, evaluate soil fertility needs and make management decisions that can improve productivity in the years ahead.”

Beef and forage producers interested in strengthening their fall management plans are invited to a pasture walk on Sept. 9 in Wapello County!

Learn more 👉 https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/wapello-county-pasture-walk-be-held-sept-9
Wapello County-Iowa State University Extension and Outreach

New slate of economics professors hired at Iowa State University Four new faculty members will join the Department of Economics at Iowa State University later this month, with a fifth arriving in January 2027.

What's one thing you can do with hail-damaged corn? Ensilage the crop to capture the valuable nutrients for livestock feed. The Iowa Beef Center provides some tips at the link below.

https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/late-season-hail-damage-how-salvage-situation

Planning on seeding your lawn this Fall? What grass species should you plant? Learn more with our free PDF guide.

shop.iastate.edu/extension/products/hort3023.html

Fertilizer costs are high, which means making informed nutrient management decisions is even more critical. Producers, crop advisers, and agricultural lenders can attend a Fertilizer and Finance workshop in their area to make confident decisions about where fertilizer dollars will have the greatest impact.

🌽 Northwest Iowa: Aug. 13
🌽 Northern Iowa: Aug. 25
🌽 Eastern Iowa: Aug. 26
🌽 Central Iowa: Aug. 27

Register and learn more 👉 https://www.extension.iastate.edu/.../fertilizer-and...

Events Fertilizer and Finance Workshop - Aug. 13, 2026 Aug 13, 2026 - 1:00 PM to Aug 13, 2026 - 3:00 PM Location 714 Main St. Boyden, IA Higher fertilizer prices and the current crop prices have increased the importance of making informed nutrient management decisions. Read More about Fertilizer and Financ...