Search Results for 'pesticide drift'

...to pesticides; high levels of “forever chemicals” known as PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, and nitrates in Iowa waterways; and radon as leading carcinogens in Iowa. These are in...

...Managing Pesticide Drift on Vegetable Farms Pesticide drift is a perennial threat to specialty crop, livestock and organic farms throughout the state. Though reporting tools and awareness have improved, the...

...am trying to develop in my soil. Are we buying pesticides as a form of insurance, to alleviate some perceived risk which may not be all that likely? I don't...

...and soil health, and reduces fertilizer and pesticide use. It also creates food, cover and space for wildlife. Some of these benefits are personal, some are societal and others are...

...He commented, “I want to take ownership of what I’m applying to my farm instead of just using pesticides because it’s what is ‘standard.’ I hope to work toward eliminating...

...Iowa’s Driftless Area, a region known for ridges, valleys and karst geology. Glawe began using cover crops in his integrated crop and livestock operation 15 years ago. “The first reason...

...Northwest Iowa Plains; Southern Iowa Drift Plain). All farmers used two treatments:

Typical - Their typical N fertilizer rate applied to a corn crop. Reduced - An N fertilizer...

...Outreach. In her role, she works across seven counties in the Driftless Region providing technical support to woodland stewards and professionals in the forest industry. Emma aims to enhance active...

...win is all the benefits of habitat on the landscape. Erosion control, water infiltration, soil building, reduced pesticide and fertilizer use, and 46 more acres of wildlife habitat.

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...habitat needs in order to be successful,” she adds. “Native flowering plants and host plants, nesting and overwintering areas and protection from pesticides are all key components of pollinator habitat....