~The Coronavirus Food Assistance Program 2 is open for applications now through December, 11th!~
There are over 230 varieties of fruits, vegetables, and other horticulture and tree nut commodities that are eligible for CFAP 2. You can find out if your crop is eligible for this program at the link below! ⬇️
Coronavirus Food Assistance Program 2 | Farmers.gov: Resources for Farmers and Producers
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Coronavirus Food Assistance Program 2 will provide direct relief to eligible producers who have suffered losses due to COVID-19.ICYMI: Register NOW for the virtual Iowa Organic Conference on Monday, November 23rd!
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This year, out of an abundance of caution, the Twentieth Annual Iowa Organic Conference is going virtual! Make plans to join us on Monday, November 23, from 9 am to 1 pm. We invite you to register for the half-day virtual conference for great sessions with dynamic speakers and demonstrations. You wi...🛒 Listen to this new podcast to hear about overcoming challenges in a Montana food hub.
Episode 13. Montana Food Hub | ATTRA | Sustainable Agriculture Program
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ATTRA is committed to providing high value information and technical assistance to farmers, ranchers, Extension agents, educators, and others involved in sustainable agriculture in the United States. We are a program developed and managed by the National Center for Appropriate Technology (NCAT).Gail NonneckeHorticulture Professor515-294-0037nonnecke@iastate.edu There is still plenty to do in the garden during the fall in preparation for winter. In this installment of Yard and Garden, Iowa State University horticulture expert Gail Nonnecke discusses the steps to take to prepare fruits for winter. How should I prepare my strawberry bed for winter? Strawberries should be . . . read more
Cynthia HaynesAssociate Professor in Horticulture515-294-4006chaynes@iastate.edu As they do with quite a few other fruits and veggies, gardeners must prepare strawberry plants for winter to enable a successful harvest next spring. In this installment of Yard and Garden, Cynthia Haynes, associate professor and extension specialist in horticulture at Iowa State University, answers questions about that topic. . . . read more
Kathleen DelateDepartments of Agronomy and Horticulture515-294-7069kdelate@iastate.edu The annual Iowa Organic Conference will be held virtually this year on Monday, Nov. 23, in keeping with COVID-19 regulations. A half-day of presentations and interactions with industry experts will take the place of the normal meeting. The conference, now in its 20th year, is a joint activity between the Iowa . . . read more
Ajay NairExtension Commercial Horticulture Specialist515-294-7080nairajay@iastate.edu As you enjoy the fruits (and veggies) of your labor after your summer harvest, keep in mind that there are still plenty of chores to be done this fall to get ready for next year’s vegetable garden. This week’s Yard and Garden entry offers tips from Ajay Nair, associate professor . . . read more
Richard JauronExtension Horticulturist515-294-3108rjauron@iastate.edu Summer vegetables can still be harvested late in the season, but it is important to know when to harvest. The following are some tips that can help. How do I harvest and store sweet potatoes? Harvest sweet potatoes immediately before or after a vine killing frost. When harvesting sweet potatoes, dig carefully . . . read more
Shannon M. ColemanFood Science and Human Nutrition515-294-9011scoleman@iastate.edu Iowa State University is offering a three-session, online short course for emerging food entrepreneurs interested in developing processed foods in Iowa. The course meets 12-4 p.m. CDT on Nov. 30, Dec. 2 and Dec. 4. Shannon Coleman, assistant professor in food science and human nutrition and a human . . . read more
Shannon M. ColemanFood Science and Human Nutrition515-294-9011scoleman@iastate.edu After the farmers market season ends, many home-based food operators in Iowa are still able to prepare and sell foods from their home if they follow state regulations and food safety practices. To help them, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach has created the Home-based Food Operators: Regulations and . . . read more
Sarah FrancisFood Science and Human Nutrition515-294-1456slfranci@iastate.edu More Iowans than ever are exploring how to home preserve their garden bounty to enjoy that fresh taste of summer all year long. Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is offering two new online workshops to help Iowans safely “Preserve the Taste of Summer.” “Due to the pandemic, our . . . read more
Richard JauronExtension Horticulturist515-294-3108rjauron@iastate.edu Winter squash can be enjoyed for months when the fruit are properly harvested, cured and stored. Horticulture experts with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach provide answers to frequent questions on all aspects of horticulture, including questions on winter crops. When should I harvest winter squash? Harvest winter squash when the fruit . . . read more
Ruth LitchfieldFood Science and Human Nutrition515-294-9484litch@iastate.edu Cynthia HaynesAssociate Professor in Horticulture515-294-4006chaynes@iastate.edu Sarah FrancisFood Science and Human Nutrition515-294-1456slfranci@iastate.edu The saying “an apple a day keeps the doctor away” isn’t far from the truth. Apples are a popular fruit due to their taste and nutritional benefits. Apples are a good source of fiber and rich in antioxidants, . . . read more