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Agronomic Tip of the Week: Some Reminders on Managing SDS
For many Iowa soybean growers, last year's problems caused by SDS are all too fresh a memory. In a fact sheet published last fall by ISU and ISA, ISU Plant Pathologists Leonor Leandro and Own Roberts offer a number of approaches can help lessen its impact.
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Week 12 at the Statehouse
The past week marked the end of the second funnel week and the beginning of redistricting. ISA's contract lobbyist Jill Altringer reports on the first proposed map for redistricting as well as legislation of interest to agriculture, including the Ag Protection Act.
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Available Online: Moe Russell's Presentation on Risk Management
This week ISA hosted a web seminar with Moe Russell talking about “Managing Risks in Today’s Volatile Environment.” Moe offered a wealth of practical farming, financial and marketing advice. A recording of the webinar is posted on ISA's website.
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China Trade Mission: Some Closing Thoughts
ISA's delegation has recently returned from their recent trip to China. As has become the tradition, ISA CEO Kirk Leeds has gathered impressions from those participating in the trade mission. For those interviews, as well as photos of the trip and more, check out the travel blog.
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VanKooten and Kemp Witness Iowa Soy Boost to Central American Diets
ISA leaders Randy VanKooten and Brian Kemp recently saw how Iowa soy is marketed by companies throughout Central America as a result of efforts by ASA’s World Initiative for Soy in Human Health (WISHH) program and how the World Soy Foundation’s humanitarian work is reducing malnutrition. Later, VanKooten reported at a conference in Washington, D.C.
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Brock and Robin Hansen Named 2011 ASA/DuPont Young Leaders
Brock and Robin Hansen of Baxter recently represented Iowa in the ASA/DuPont Young Leader Program, involving producer participants from 22 other states and Canada. The program targets soybean farmers who are innovative, assertive, “young in leadership” and looking to make their mark in agriculture. Pictured, from left: Alan Kemper, ASA President; Brock and Robin Hansen; Judd O’Connor, Vice President for North America Sales for Pioneer
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Direct Payments, Insurance Targeted in GOP Ag Budget
Federal farm spending could be cut by $30 billion over the next decade under a plan by House Republicans to slash deficits. The DM Register reports, "With crop prices - and deficits - hitting new highs, it is time to adjust support...," according to the plan released by the House Budget Committee..
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Program Offers Students Opportunity to Travel, Learn in China
ISA is helping sponsor an opportunity for select Iowa high school students to visit China this summer as part of the Global Youth Excellence Program. "Our goal is to get more young Iowans engaged in understanding the global nature of the economy and consider the opportunities in food production in a global economy," says ISA CEO Kirk Leeds.
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Join the Fun at the Soy Golf Classic, July 19
Don’t miss the rare opportunity to play 18 holes on Dennis Albaugh’s private course, Talons of Tuscany, in Ankeny and view Albaugh’s classic car collection of more than 140 cars – all Chevrolets, dating from the 1912 Little, including Corvettes from 1953 to 1975. Proceeds will go to ISA’s Ag Scholarship Program.
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ISU Symposium On Sustainability and Co-existence Issues
Iowa State University's Biosafety Institute for Genetically Modified Agricultural Products welcomes experts from around the world to share current research and perspectives for a symposium titled “Co-existence, Choice, and Sustainability for Crop Production.” Presenters will address perspectives on sustainability and co-existence as they relate to maintaining vibrant agricultural enterprises in Iowa and the world.
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Do You Know an Amazing Farm Mom?
Behind every American farm family is the backbone of the operation: The American Farm Mom. Monsanto is giving you the opportunity to honor her contributions with the America’s Farmers Mom of the Year 2011 Contest. There will be five regional winners of $5,000 each with one national
winner of an additional $2,500.
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Iowa FFA Chapters Participate in 2011 Challenge
Iowa FFA Chapters are among seven states participating in the 2011 FFA Chapter Challenge. Chapter members are encouraged to go out into their communities, meet farmers, learn about their operations and establish a connection with FFA. Members ask the farmers they connect with to vote for their chapter. The FFA chapters that get the most votes by May 1 will be awarded valuable prizes.
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