Through the Gate // March 2023
03-30-2023 in Through The Gate
Planting Trees on Your Livestock Farm
The best time of year to plant trees is spring or fall – the two busiest seasons for farmers! The good news is there are several nursery professionals who offer services to make it easy for you! Although it may not quite feel like spring, now is the time to consider planting trees on your livestock farm.
By working through the Green Farmstead Partner program, the cost of your initial consultation and plan design from a participating nursery is covered by the Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers.
To learn more, call 800.932.2436 or visit supportfarmers.com/greenfarmsteadpartner.
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CSIF Offers $10,000 Reward |
The “Farming for the Future Friday” series on The Big Show wrapped up its pork feature on March 24. Catch up on episodes you missed, or go back and listen again, at supportfarmers.com. | The Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers (CSIF) has announced a $10,000 reward to assist the Allamakee County sheriff’s department for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons involved in livestock farm vandalism cases endangering livestock in late December or early January in the eastern part of the county. | |
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Preparing for an EPA Inspection
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) continues to have a presence in the state with aerial flyovers, internet investigations, and on-site inspections. The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) also inspects, investigates complaints, and responds to emergency spill situations. Because these situations usually occur with little or no notice to the farmer, it is important that livestock and poultry farmers are prepared to be inspected at any time. This discussion sheet should assist you in thinking about how you would respond and prepare for the day when EPA drives onto your place.
Good Neighbor Tip of the Month
Follow up. If you made commitments during the conversation, follow through with them. However, it is important to note that communication should not stop after the initial conversation. Let neighbors know when cement will be poured and that traffic may increase on certain days. After the barn is built, make sure to communicate with neighbors before applying manure. Most importantly, keep the lines of communication open.
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Industry News & Updates
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Upcoming Events
Good Farm Neighbor Award // Cattle FarmerApril 13, 2023 | Holstein, IA
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Join the Coalition, The Big Show, and the Iowa Department of Ag & Land Stewardship from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. as we recognize the latest Good Farm Neighbor Award winner in Ida County! Lunch will be served at 11:30 a.m. with a short program at noon where Iowa Secretary of Agriculture, Mike Naig, will present the award to the family.
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Iowa FFA State Leadership ConferenceApril 17-18, 2023 | Ames, IA
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More than 6,000 FFA members and guests from across the state will gather to learn about careers in the agriculture industry, compete in various events, and shape the future of the Iowa FFA Association.
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Good Farm Neighbor Award // Cattle FarmerJune 2, 2023 | Marengo, IA
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Join the Coalition, The Big Show, and the Iowa Department of Ag & Land Stewardship from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. as we recognize the latest Good Farm Neighbor Award winner in Iowa County! Lunch will be served at 11:30 a.m. with a short program at noon where Iowa Secretary of Agriculture, Mike Naig, will present the award to the family.
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