Marty Schnicker, of Schnicker Specialties, shares how he and his family raise prize-winning giant pumpkins during a field day they hosted on the farm.
Wayne will share what he’s learned about managing his farm for soil health and using small grains as a profitable alternative to low margins in a conventional corn-bean rotation. He will also discuss breaking up weed cycles without expensive herbicides, incorporating small grains into animal rations, advances in small-grains varieties and experimenting with hybrid rye.
Using Small Grains to Protect Your Bottom Line
1542 330th Ave. Dyersville 52040
On-Farm Habitat Management for Wildlife and Water Quality
53998 Juniper Road Lewis 51544
Grazing Native Perennials in the Little Sioux Watershed
377 440th Street Peterson 51047
Greenhouse Hydroponics, Succulents and Houseplants
204 S. Division St. Boone 50036Practical Farmers of Iowa works to equip farmers to build resilient farms and communities. Our values include: welcoming everyone; farmers leading the exchange of experience and knowledge; curiosity, creativity, collaboration and community; resilient farms now and for future generations; and stewardship of land and resources. Our programs are guided by the interests and priorities of our members.
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Iowa City, Iowa
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Winterset, Iowa
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Silver City, New Mexico
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Exira, Iowa
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