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Equipping farmers to build resilient farms.

We help farmers connect to share their knowledge and expand their networks so that, together, we can build stronger farms that benefit our communities and the environment.

the Practical Farmer Magazine Winter 2025 Edition

Latest from PFI

Explore videos, articles, research and stories about building sustainable agriculture and resilient farms. 

Research Reports

Explore the latest research reports from PFI, featuring farmer-led, on-farm research across field crops, horticulture, livestock and more.
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Our Impact

Each year, Practical Farmers of Iowa supports farmers through learning, research and connection. These numbers reflect the reach and impact of farmer-led work across Iowa and beyond.
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event attendees in 2025
Farmers and supporters engaged in field days, workshops, virtual events and more. 
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on-farm research trials
In 2025, 107 PFI farmers designed and led 185 trials to test real-world solutions on their own farms. 
$0M
to support farmers
PFI farmers received direct support for participating in cost-shares, hosting events, conducting on-farm research and serving as mentors.

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Field Days

Boosting a Farm’s Resiliency Through Cover Crops and Crop Rotations 

Thursday, August 27th, 2026
Jj Avenue, 1798, Marengo, Iowa, 52301, United States
Workshops

Chainsaw and Brush Clearing Workshop

Saturday, May 9th, 2026
East Boyson Road, 120, Hiawatha, Iowa, 52233, United States
Webinars

Webinar: Understanding a Soil Analysis for Farmers

Wednesday, May 20th, 2026
Field Days

Cover Crops and Conservation Across All Acres 

Tuesday, November 3rd, 2026
212th Street, 2215, Oskaloosa, Iowa, 52577, United States
Field Days

Increasing a Northeast Iowa Farm's Resiliency by Adapting Practices and Equipment 

Saturday, October 24th, 2026
Kayak Road, 26743, Farmersburg, Iowa, 52047, United States
Field Days

Diversifying a Wisconsin Dairy Farm With Small Grains, Cover Crops and Forage Mixes 

Thursday, October 15th, 2026
County Road T, W10972, Brandon, Wisconsin, 53919, United States
Field Days

Farmland Owner Legacy Award Celebration  

Saturday, October 10th, 2026
Oriole Road, 1538, Boone, Iowa, 50036, United States
Field Days

Building Soil Health With Cover Crops and Livestock for Vegetable Production 

Sunday, September 27th, 2026
120th Street Northeast, 5025, Solon, Iowa, 52333, United States
Field Days

Farming for Habitat: How Precision Conservation Can Work for Farmers and Wildlife 

Saturday, September 26th, 2026
173rd Street, 53504, Austin, Minnesota, 55912, United States
Field Days

Hands-On With Hemp: Creating Value-Added Products 

Monday, September 14th, 2026
Homestead, Iowa, 52236, United States

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