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Welcome
to the Iowa State University Organic Agriculture
website. Our
mission is to educate producers, consumers and policy makers in the research
and extension activities in Organic Agriculture both on-farm and in the
Universities. Organic Agriculture
involves a production management system based on the ecological principles
of nutrient cycling, biotic regulation of pests and biodiversity. Synthetic
fertilizers and pesticides are replaced by sunlight-based inputs, such
as plant and animal residues. Premium prices for certified organic products
drive the immediate economic benefits of Organic Agriculture. Long-term
benefits to human and environmental health are also derived through these
practices. We encourage you to explore this website and send
us your comments or questions.
ISU operates an Organic Agriculture Program to provide research information and
extension presentations for Iowa citizens. Field Days, workshops and an ICN series
on organics are held throughout the year.
-- Certification
in a Nutshell --
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Contact:
Dr.
Kathleen Delate, Associate Professor
Organic Specialist
Depts. of Agronomy/Horticulture, 106 Horticulture Hall
Iowa State University, Ames, IA 50011
Phone: 515-294-7069, Fax: 515-294-0730
Email: kdelate@iastate.edu
Internet info: http://www.hort.iastate.edu/,
http://extension.agron.iastate.edu/organicag/
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Organic
Agriculture Lab
Mike Graham, Graduate Student
Amy Alesch, Graduate Student
Phone: 515-294-5116
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