Farmer Sees Far-Reaching Benefits of Improving His Soil
Black Hawk County, Iowa, farmer Nick Meier is interested in the on- and off-farm benefits of 4R Plus practices.
4R Plus Practices Help Iowa Reach its Water Quality Goals
Shawn Richmond, environmental services director at the Agribusiness Association of Iowa, encourages farmers to consider the 4R Plus practices that address their unique situations.
Soil Health Defined on the Farm Level
Soil Health Partnership field manager and east-central Iowa farmer Lisa Kubik says soil health is defined on the farm level.
Sharing Information Can Bridge the Divide with Landowners
The changing landscape of farmland ownership in Iowa presents opportunities for tenants. Sharing information can bridge the divide with landowners.
Edge-of-Field Practices Enhance Water Quality
Edge-of-field practices provide farmers with immediate gratification because the water-quality benefits are quickly measurable.
Central Iowa Family Encourages Farmers to Add 4R Plus Practices
While Julie Kenney uses her role as Iowa Deputy of Secretary of Agriculture to encourage farmers to use 4R Plus practices, her husband Mark implements the practices on their farm.
Conservation Mapping Project Verifies Iowa’s Proven Track Record
Iowa has a proven track record changing the landscape for the better. Learn about a first-of-its-kind mapping project that serves as a baseline for measuring progress.
Cost Share Opportunities Designed to Help Farmers with Conservation Practices
Learn how farmers are working with state agencies through cost share programs to improve soil health and water quality.