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Jack Kintzle

No-Till, Grassed Waterways Protect Linn County Farm

A combination of no-till and small grassed waterways delivered a one-two punch to potential storm damages and erosion for Linn County farmer Jack Kintzle after continuous heavy rains hit his farm April through June. His conservation work helped minimize potential crop replanting as well as severe soil erosion on his 1,400 acres of cropland.

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Benny Davis

Conservation Efforts Lead to More Than a Dream Lake

As a young boy, 71-year-old Benny Davis said he wanted his own lake. As a young man, Davis built his lake. Today, conservation experts say this boyish dream is benefiting many more people than the man who fulfilled his dream.

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Farmer Don Petty

Conservationists Brace for Flood Work

Soil conservationists across Iowa are bracing for another flood. This time they are expecting a deluge of farmers looking for help repairing erosion control structures damaged by this year’s many heavy storms.

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A gully formed in newly planted cropland after heavy rains hit Iowa County.

Floods of 2008

View the latest on the 2008 floods, including news, resources, photos, and emergency information.  


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...USDA Flood Recovery Assistance
...USDA Program Provides Alternatives for Flood-Prone Bottomland

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Last Modified: 10/10/2008