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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 Spring 2025 Edition

Research Reports

Explore the latest research reports from PFI, featuring farmer-led, on-farm research across field crops, horticulture, livestock and more.
May 29, 2026
Research Reports
Sep 30, 2025
Research Reports
Sep 25, 2025
Research Reports

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. 
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to support farmers
PFI farmers received direct support for participating in cost-shares, hosting events, conducting on-farm research and serving as mentors.

Become a PFI Member

Join our expanding network and take part in an open exchange of practical information to improve our farms and communities.
Webinars

Small Grains Shared Learning Call: To Swath or Not To Swath? Harvest and Post-Harvest Handling of Oats

Friday, August 7th, 2026
Field Days

Letting the Land Provide for Livestock 

Friday, August 7th, 2026
Blue Earth, Minnesota, 56013, United States
Workshops

2026 Beginning Farmer Business Workshop

Monday, August 10th, 2026
Marak Road Northwest, 1441, Swisher, Iowa, 52338, United States
Field Days

New Beginnings: Cover Crops as an Essential Part of Transitioning Land to Horticulture 

Tuesday, August 11th, 2026
Larch Avenue, 1854, Fairfield, Iowa, 52556, United States
Field Days

Producing Practical and Useful Cattle 

Tuesday, August 11th, 2026
Delta Avenue, 31554, Manning, Iowa, 51455, United States
Workshops

Virtual Cover Crop Workshop 

Wednesday, August 12th, 2026
Field Days

Restoring Oxbows To Improve Water Quality on Farms: The Example of White Fox Creek 

Saturday, August 15th, 2026
185th Street, 1949, Webster City, Iowa, 50595, United States
Farmer Meetups

Iowa Farmers of Color Cookout

Sunday, August 16th, 2026
Peek Street, 306, Waterloo, Iowa, 50703, United States
Field Days

Dan and the Giant Peach: Growing High Tunnel Peaches in Northern Minnesota

Wednesday, August 19th, 2026
310th Street, 20382, Shafer, Minnesota, 55074, United States

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