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Another season of farmer-to-farmer learning is here! Nearly 60 farms across Iowa, as well as Illinois, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska and Wisconsin, are opening their farm gates to share knowledge about small grains, orcharding, grazing, agritourism, weed control and more.
Organic Greens owner James Nisly raises vegetables and operates a mid-range food hub to piloting processing techniques that make local table food more accessible to schools. He started with growing microgreens in a rented trailer in 2008. Since then, he has purchased equipment to serve more than 25 farms, 50 retail customers and up to 20 schools each week. Join us to see how James moves food from area farms through his doors to schools, retailers and other customers around the state.
Virtual Field Day: The Business of Raising Turkeys for the Direct-to-Consumer Market, Part 1
Virtual
Field Day: Processing, Storing and Aggregating Local Vegetables for Schools
Kalona, IA
Field Day: Using On-Farm Research To Guide Nutrient Reduction and Soil Health Strategies
Walnut, IL
Field Day: Jumping In With Both Feet at The Community Orchard
Fort Dodge, IAPractical Farmers of Iowa works to equip farmers to build resilient farms and communities. Our values include: welcoming everyone; farmers leading the exchange of experience and knowledge; curiosity, creativity, collaboration and community; resilient farms now and for future generations; and stewardship of land and resources. Our programs are guided by the interests and priorities of our members.
Kate Edwards
Iowa City, Iowa
Ralph Gauer
Silver City, New Mexico
Rory Van Wyk
Winterset, Iowa
Dave Schmidt
Exira, Iowa
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