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Iowa State University

Don’t Use More Pressure than Needed on Wet Soils

Instructions for planters on appropriate measures for planting in flooded soils. Describes the adjustments planter operators must make to avoid soil compaction in wet fields.

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Iowa State University

Validation of a Portable Pneumatic Penetrating Captive Bolt as a Single-Step Method for Use in Animal Health Emergencies Requiring Mass Depopulation of Cattle

This poster was presented at the 2017 EDEN Annual Meeting in Moline, IL. ABSTRACT: Currently, the only single-step methods of euthanasia approved for use in cattle are gunshot or barbiturate overdose…

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Iowa State University

Dealing with Drought 2017

Iowa Extension resources covering crops, livestock, home and yard, as well as stress and financial concerns resulting from drought. Includes out-links to agency and other state Extension sites.

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Iowa State University

Center for Food Security and Public Health

Comprehensive website dealing with diseases of animals with links to online web-based courses and news posts. The site works to increase awareness of bioterrorism, agroterrorism, foreign animal disea…

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Iowa State University

Delayed and Prevented Planting Provisions

Various topics dealing with replanting considerations, insurance and weed control after an event. Links to this resource: AgDM Decision Tool A1-57, Delayed Planting and Replanting Evaluator

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Iowa State University

Introduction to Flooding in Iowa

Series of web-based videos about floodplains, flood risks, and basic floodplain management principles. Includes participant materials and surveys.

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Iowa State University

Repairing Flood-Damaged Farm Fields

Covers issues related to repairing flood-damaged farm fields, including, debris and sand removal, gully repair, land leveling, fertility and soil health, and compaction. Contains links to additional …

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Iowa State University

Plan for 2009 Crop Year by Managing Flooded Soils

Resource explaining how to plan how to manage the soil for the year after a flood. Deals specifically with recovery from the 2008 floods. Explains how to plan how to manage the soil for the year afte…

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Iowa State University

Flood Recovery for Cropland – Article announcing webinar

A good description of topics relevant to recovering flooded cropland. Could help educators develop similar programs. Identified by the EDEN Flood Team as an accurate and useful resource. Announces we…

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Iowa State University

Flooding and Stored Grain

Flood damaged grain is adulterated grain because of the potential for many contaminants to enter through the water. This grain should be destroyed, never blended. Content updated in 2019.

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Iowa State University

Should water from private wells be tested after flooding?

Explains when and why wells should be tested and the procedure for collecting and submitting samples. Discusses the need for testing private wells following a flood. Published by the State Hygienic L…

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Iowa State University

Renovating Pastures or Hay Meadows Damaged by Flooding

Article on renovating pastures and hay meadows that have been damaged by flooding. This includes considerations of fertilization and reseeding. Focuses on planning and management considerations for p…

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Iowa State University

Soil Erosion & Water Quality

A concise guide to soil conservation management practices. Resource on the relationship between soil erosion and water quality. Addresses types of soil erosion, and conservation and best management p…

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Iowa State University

Understanding & Managing Soil Compaction

Resource on understanding and managing soil compaction including its effects on yield and crop residue. Managing and working flooded farm fields require an understanding of soil compaction and impact…

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Assessing Private Well Safety After Flooding

Discusses assessing well safety following a flood. Answers common questions about when wells should be tested, contamination risks caused by wet weather and where water samples can be tested.

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