Iowa State University Extension

Livestock Highlights

The Iowa Manure Management Action Group Web page offers manure management information and educational programs for producers, technical agencies, educational institutions, researchers, and the general public.

The Leopold Center for Sustainable Agriculture and the Agricultural Marketing Resource Center offer tools for those looking to use sustainable production techniques.

Livestock News

3/4/2009 - On First Day of Spring Celebrate Agriculture’s Economic Benefit to Community
Iowa agriculture production is making significant contributions to the economy of the state and nation. Take time to honor that during National Ag Week March 16-22.

2/25/2009 - Dairy and Manure Handling Tours March 10, 11 and 13 in Northeast Iowa
Farm visits organized by Iowa State University Extension will give producers and agri-business operators who serve the dairy industry insight into new methods for how dairy operations meet requirements for handling manure.

2/20/2009 - ISU Extension Offers RUSLE2 and P Index Workshops for Manure and Nutrient Plan Writers
Livestock producers and service providers wanting practice and guidance using RUSLE2 computer software should register to attend the April 1 workshop at the Polk County Extension office.

2/9/2009 - Human Health Screenings Become a Tradition at Cornbelt Cow-Calf Conference
ISU Extension will provide free human health screenings during the Feb. 28 conference in Ottumwa.

2/6/2009 - Finalists chosen for ‘Iowa’s Next Top Inventor’ contest
Two inventors are vying for the honor of "Iowa's Next Top Inventor." The winner will be determined at the Cornbelt Cow-Calf Conference on Feb. 28.