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March 2015
Herd in the Barn
Spring Manure Issues for
Dairies
Spring Events
Additional Information
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Ryan Breuer Named Dairy Specialist for Northwest Iowa
Veterinarian to join ISU Extension and Outreach Dairy Team
ISU Extension and
Outreach Dairy Field
Specialists
Jenn Bentley (NE)
WELCOME RYAN BREUER!
Ryan Breuer is the new dairy specialist for
ISUEO, serving 23 counties in NW Iowa while
officed in the Sioux County Extension office in
Orange City. He fills the position formerly
held by Kevin Lager.
Leo Timms, Iowa State Morrill professor in the
Dept. of Animal Science and Extension dairy
specialist said the dairy industry in NE Iowa is
progressive. "Breuer has the dairy farm
background and veterinary expertise giving the
support they need to flourish. I see him as
highly enthusiastic and yearning to learn,
taking his education a step further by
collaborating with dairy owners," said Timms.
Read more of Breuer's background and
position on the ISU Extension website:
http://www.extension.iastate.edu/node/29016
563-382-2949,
jbentley@iastate.edu
Ryan Breuer, DVM
(NW)
712-737-4230
rmbreuer@iastate.ed
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Larry Tranel (NE/SE)
563-583-6496,
tranel@iastate.edu
ISU State Dairy
Extension and
Outreach
Specialists
Dr. Leo Timms, 515294-4522,
ltimms@iastate.edu
Dr. Jan. Shearer,
515-294-3731,
jks@iastate.edu
Spring Manure Issues for Dairies
Dr. Dan Andersen, Assistant Professor, Ag and Biosystems Engineer
Another spring is arriving,
and with it a time of
preparation - field work,
spring planting, moving
calves around, and the like.
There is lots to do to get
ready, but now is also the
time to inspect your
farmstead to make sure you
are prepared for the
challenging conditions that
snow melt and spring rains
can provide.
Read more on Spring
Manure Issues for Dairies
Upcoming Events/Information
2015 Central Plains Dairy Expo
Sioux Falls, SD March 24-26
This year, both the Convention Center and the Arena will be filled
with 300+ exhibitors, all displaying new products, services and
equipment for milk producers, calf and heifer growers and dairy
beef feedlot operators. As well as the trade-show, breakout
sessions will be offered through out the day on March 25 & 26.
www.centralplainsdairy.com/index.htm
Dairy Calf and Heifer Association Conference
Madison, WI March 31-April 1
The association's annual conference provides the latest in industry
happenings, calf and heifer management demonstrations and
unmatched networking opportunities.
DCHA Conference Agenda
New for 2015! Heartbeat of the FARM: Human Resource
Management
A 4-session course designed to give women strategies for
effectively managing family and employees. At the end of the
four weeks, participants will know more about:
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Employee Supply, Recruitment, and Laws
Interpersonal, Family, and Business Communications
Employee Supervision and Retention
Health, Stress, and Well-being
This course will be held in 4 different locations throughout Iowa.
It is currently underway in NE Iowa. The next offering is located
in Orange city at the Sioux County Extension Office starting April
7 and continuing April 14, 28, and May 5 from 11-2:30 pm.
Heartbeat of the FARM: Human Resource Management
BROCHURE
Other dates/sites can be found at:
http://www.aep.iastate.edu/annie/
2015 Youth Dairy Coalition
This event is designed to bring youth, ages 10-18, with an interest
in the dairy industry together. This is the 21st year for the
Coalition and it has had hundreds of past participants. Youth
taking part in this activity not only find themselves learning about
the dairy industry, but also meeting new friends and developing
their leadership and communication skills. This year's event will
be held April 10-11th at the Comfort Inn and Suites in Dyersville,
IA.
More information and registration materials can be found at:
http://www.extension.iastate.edu/dairyteam/youth
First Farm Solar Workshop to Share Incentives, Best
Practices
While some Northeast Iowa farmers have already taken advantage
of renewable energies, others are looking for the inside track on
technologies, trends, and economics. Thus, the Winneshiek
Energy District, Iowa’s Dairy Center and Northeast Iowa
Community College will host a Farm Solar ‘How-To’ Workshop
at Iowa’s Dairy Center on April 10th at 1:00 p.m. Presenters will
share the steps to installing a solar system, explain tax incentives
and payback times, and discuss why farms should incorporate
efficiency measures in tandem with renewable installations. A
group of experts including tax professionals, solar installers, and
farmers with solar arrays will be on hand to share key information
and answer questions. A solar expo featuring local solar installers
will immediately follow the workshop.
There is no cost to attend, but pre-registration is required. An expo
and light refreshments will follow. To learn more and to register,
visit www.energydistrict.org and click on ‘Farm Solar Workshop,’
or contact Kayla Koether at kayla@energydistrict.org or (563)880-6873.
Upcoming-April 8 & May 5 -Great River Graziers Pasture
Walk & Facilitated Discussion Groups
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discrimination in all its programs and activities on the
basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion,
age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, and
marital or family status. (Not all prohibited bases apply
to all programs.) Many materials can be made available
in alternative formats for ADA clients. To file a
complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Office of Civil
Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 14th and
Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 202509410 or call 202-720-5964.