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Pre-semester trip opens agronomy students’ eyes to opportunities

Each fall, the Department of Agronomy aspires to try something unique and different with its Agronomy New Student Learning Community field trip. This year, students and faculty traveled to southwest Iowa, where a highlight was a farm-to-table dinner hosted by College of Agriculture and Life Sciences alums.

New study shows dynamic shifts in Iowa farmers’ conservation practice use

A new study from Iowa State University sheds light on the evolving landscape of agricultural conservation in Iowa. It found that many farmers who adopted two key conservation practices -- cover crops and no-till -- did not continue to use the practices over time. The report recommends that conservation programs focus not only on encouraging initial adoption but also on supporting long-term continuance.

New Study USA program a ‘springboard’ for future travel

For students who have not traveled outside the United States before, the new For the Love of Food and Puerto Rico study abroad program may be just the right ticket.

Statistical research center opening at Iowa State offers convenient ‘treasure trove’ of data for Iowa scientists

After a decade of planning, a new Federal Statistical Research Data Center opens this month on Iowa State University’s campus. This gateway to immense federal data resources can be used by scientists across many fields. A grand opening, Sept. 17, will introduce the new facility to interested users. The event, from 10-11:30 a.m., will take place in Heady Hall Room 368A, and feature a presentation by Rachelle Hill, FSRDC lead for the Census Bureau. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet Hill and other FSRDC leaders and view the center. 

Students encouraged to submit abstracts for 2025 Borlaug poster competition

Poster abstracts are now being accepted for the 22nd Annual Norman Borlaug Lecture Poster Competition for Graduate and Undergraduate Students. The competition and display of posters will take place Tuesday, Oct. 21, on the ground floor of Curtiss Hall.

New USDA grant supports farmers' transition to organic practices

Swanson presented 2025 Emerging Iowa Leader Award

As a fourth-generation alum of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Iowa State University, Jake Swanson (’14 global resource systems) carries a deep appreciation for the experiences that shaped his education and career.

ISAAA AfriCenter and Iowa State University sign MOU to advance agricultural innovation in Africa

Signed in November 2024, the agreement aims to deepen mutual understanding of economic, cultural and social issues while strengthening the entrepreneurial ecosystem for science, technology and innovation.

Soilscape builds on century of effort to provide practical information to Iowans

From the old paper soil maps to the new, high-tech, interactive environment of Soilscape.org, Iowa State University scientists have led efforts to characterize a largely hidden landscape -- the ground under our feet, farms, homes and businesses.