Red clover is planted in this image as a cover crop to help retain carbon in the soil. It’s one of several measures that can be taken for a producer to qualify to receive carbon …
A ceremony to celebrate a new solar array installed as part of the Grow Solar Warren County program is scheduled for Wednesday, Aug. 11. According to a news release, the ribbon-cutting ceremony is scheduled for …
The Nationwide Foundation has donated $3 million to Iowa Confluence Water Trails to help improve 150 miles of Central Iowa’s waterways and improve access and recreational opportunities in the region.
According to a news release, …
A new day of giving has been created to focus on gifts to improve and protect Iowa’s environment. Wednesday, Aug. 4, is Iowa Gives Green day, and it will provide opportunities to donate to local organizations that …
A digital rendering of the Shoreline Signals public art project that will be integrated on ICON Water Trails. Image submitted by Bravo Greater Des Moines
ICON Water Trails has chosen artist Matthew Mazzotta to launch a …
Whatever you flush down the drains in your home or business may be tested for COVID-19 and its variants as part of a national study. According to a news release from the city, the Des Moines Metropolitan …
Des Moines Register: The derecho and drought that hammered Iowa last year destroyed $802 million in corn, soybeans and pastures, a new report shows, with farmers absorbing nearly one-third of the losses. The American Farm Bureau …
A Pivot Bio scientist uses a spectrometer to test a plant sample. Photo submitted by Pivot Bio
A company that has set down roots at the Iowa State University Research Park in Ames has developed a …
Ames-based Renewable Energy Group is getting a little extra kick in its efforts to promote environmental sustainability and the use of renewable fuels. REG has entered a partnership with British soccer club Manchester United on …
The Center for Rural Affairs is offering a series of resource guides to help farmers and ranchers new to conservation practices navigate the path to receiving support through cost-share programs offered by the Natural Resources Conservation Service. …
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