The recent spread of African Swine Fever in China has elevated the importance of biosecurity measures in reducing the risk of a domestic or foreign animal disease entering farms. Iowa Pork Industry Center and Iowa State University Extension and Outreach are offering a no-cost workshop to help attendees learn about, develop and prioritize biosecurity practices. Read more about Biosecurity Workshop Series Planned for Iowa Pork Producers

As the 2018 growing season comes to a close, fruit and vegetable growers across Iowa are asking themselves what they can do to improve their production techniques or to minimize the impact of pests next year. Many of these questions are answered in the November issue of the Small Farm Sustainability newsletter. Read more about Get Answers to Questions about Growing Common Fruits, Vegetables

A pair of Dairy Directions seminars, Dec. 11 in Sac County and Dec. 12 in Pocahontas County, will provide information on how to best manage a dairy operation. Read more about Dairy Programs Set for Sac and Pocahontas Counties

The Dairy Discussions: Risk Management and Labor Issues program is set for Tuesday, Dec. 4 at the Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Sioux County office in Orange City. Read more about Dairy Discussions Program to Examine Risk Management and Labor