Posts With Keyword ‘Iowa Department of Agriculture’

Report Says Corn Showing Slow Progress

Posted: Thursday, September 22nd, 2011 at 6:26 am

Recent dry weather has area farmers concerned about their timing of this year’s harvest, but a report by the Iowa Department of Agriculture still suggests progress.  

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Corn and Beans Progressing as Harvest Time Moves Closer

Posted: Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011 at 6:23 am

Recent dry weather has area farmers concerned about their timing of this year’s harvest, but a report by the Iowa Department of Agriculture still suggests progress.  

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Area Community to Receive Renewable Energy Project Grant

Posted: Thursday, August 18th, 2011 at 6:25 am

Senator Tom Harkin has announced one Keokuk County community will receive funding to support renewable energy projects and energy efficiency improvements.  

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Water Quality Improvement and Flood Prevention Funds Available

Posted: Thursday, August 4th, 2011 at 6:28 am

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Flooded rivers and streams have created problems again this year and funding may be obtainable for the prevention of farmland flooding.  

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Heat Causes Worries for Area Farmers

Posted: Tuesday, July 26th, 2011 at 6:23 am

Washington County farmers started this year’s growing season with concerns about cool and wet weather, but now they are worried about how this month’s heat will affect their corn.  

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