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Iowa State cow-calf meetings to address important issues

The calendar year will soon be ending, but important decisions for cow-calf producers are just beginning. To help with information for those decisions, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will offer two outlook meetings in northwest Iowa on Nov. 29. “The year 2024 will challenge producers,” said Beth Doran, ISU extension beef specialist who is […]

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Strong Government commitment but uncertainty remains | The Land

Other work undertaken to support local communities, begun by the previous state government, includes 15 recovery assistance points set-up across the Central West, $40 million Pods on Private Property Program and $19 million At-Home Caravan program, Community Recovery Officers for Cabonne, Forbes and Wentworth, and community projects such as the rebuild of Eugowra’s pre-school with […]

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Agriservice professionals play important role in suicide prevention

By Misty Oebel, Michigan State University Extension Agricultural and farming services, also known as agriservices, include financial consulting, veterinary services, crop brokerage, meat packing, legal consultation, and other services. Agriservices play a crucial role in farmers being able to run their farms efficiently and safely, not only for their livelihood and families, but also for […]

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