Iowa State University Extension and Outreach

In the spring field young alfalfa grows. (Adobe Stock │ #261830518 - orestligetka)
Alfalfa, Crops, Iowa, Midwestern Region

2025 alfalfa weevil egg hatch starts

Above average temperatures has pushed alfalfa weevil development too, Iowa State University researchers report. Read More

Protective cow standing with her injured calf who has a cast on his leg. (iStock │ #182745392 - SusanHSmith)
Ag News, Cow Calf, Livestock

Dealing with leg fractures in calves

United States IRS check and envelope resting on money. (Adobe Stock │ #402728861 - Andy Dean)
Home and Family, Money

Plan now for how to use your tax refund



Calves (Journal photo by Jennifer M. Latzke)

Advanced beef cow calving clinics scheduled for Jan. 13

  • By Denise Schwab │ Iowa State University Extension and Outreach

Cowherd improvements on tap for conference

  • By Erika Lundy-Woolfolk & Chris Clark │ ISU Extension and Outreach
(Journal photo by Kylene Scott.)

Beef Quality Assurance sessions in Iowa set for January 2025

Feedyard cattle need acess to fresh, clean water during their stay in the yard. In times of extreme heat, high humidity or no wind, water becomes even more critical. (Journal photo by Kylene Scott.)

Feedlot Forum to look at latest challenges

Dairy cows

Iowa dairy webinar to look at extra-label drug

Unpaid utility bill and calculator over it (Photo: Adobe Stock │ #108643636 - niyazz)

Manage winter home energy costs even with a tight budget

Money planning (Photo: iStock - Thapana Onphalai)

‘Tis the season for money smart holiday spending

Grazing livestock on cover crops is one of the most efficient ways to improve soil fertility. (Courtesy photo.)

Iowa forage webinar series continues Dec. 10