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CSIF Launches Second Annual “Farming is a Family Affair” Photo Contest
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa – July 1, 2015 – The Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers (CSIF) kicked off their second annual “Farming is a Family Affair” photo contest today in celebration of Iowa’s dedicated farm families. The contest will run from July 1 to August 1 and will be administered through the CSIF Facebook page....
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Dubuque County Celebration of Livestock Farming
By Haley Banwart, CSIF Communications Intern Over 500 neighbors and community members gathered at the Schwers Brothers family farm near New Vienna on Tuesday for an open house and tours of a new slatted, monoslope cattle barn. The evening event highlighted the benefits of raising cattle under roof as well as how modern livestock buildings...
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Jargo Family Farms Hosts Cattle Building Open House
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa – June 22, 2015 – Farmers interested in learning about the benefits of raising cattle under roof are invited to attend an open house at Jargo Family Farms on Wednesday, July 1 from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. The Jargo farm is located at 4201 120th Street, Clinton, Iowa. The event...
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O’Connell Family to Receive June Wergin Good Farm Neighbor Award
West Des Moines, Iowa – June 15, 2015 – The Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers (CSIF) commends the O’Connell family of Delaware County for their outstanding efforts as a neighbors and community leaders. They have been named the June recipients of the Wergin Good Farm Neighbor award. Iowa Deputy Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig will...
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June is Dairy Month: The “Whey” to a Happy, Healthy Lifestyle
By: Haley Banwart, CSIF Communications Intern As you enjoy sweet summer treats such as ice cream or frozen yogurt, remember to salute Iowa’s dairy farmers in celebration of National Dairy Month! Iowa’s dairy farmers work around the clock, 365 days a year to provide a variety of products that are safe, wholesome and affordable. Dairy...
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Show Your Support: June is National Turkey Lovers Month
By: Haley Banwart, CSIF Communications Intern Despite the avian influenza outbreak, farmers continue to raise safe, nutritious and tasty turkey that everyone can enjoy. In celebration of National Turkey Lovers Month, it is more important now than ever to demonstrate your support to Iowa’s turkey farmers! Turkeys can be found on 130 family farms across...
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Intern Update: Exploring My Role in Iowa Agriculture
By Haley Banwart, CSIF Communications Intern Agriculture has played an integral role in all chapters of my life. From my upbringing on a farm in northwest Iowa to my education, agriculture has encompassed my decisions and will ultimately shape my future career. For these reasons I was thrilled to join the Coalition to Support Iowa’s...
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Back to the Basics: Windbreaks and Tree Species Selection
When it comes to planting windbreaks, tree selection is key to meeting the goals of a successful vegetative buffer. Depending on the intended purpose of the buffer, a variety of deciduous, evergreen or ornamental trees may be chosen when designing a windbreak on your farm site. After assessing the farm and determining a timeline for...
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Regional Livestock Sessions to be Held in June
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa – May 28, 2015 – Iowa Farm Bureau and the Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers (CSIF) will hold three informational sessions in June designed to help livestock farmers by providing new strategies and resources for starting or growing a livestock operation. The “Growing Iowa’s Livestock: What Farmers Need to Know” sessions...
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Iowa Youth Positive about Iowa Agriculture
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa – May 19, 2015 – Agriculture is helping retain Iowa’s youth, according to a recent survey of Iowa FFA members conducted by the Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers (CSIF). The annual survey, in its 10th year, found a record 99 percent of respondents have a positive outlook on the future of...
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