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3/25/2008-Farming Matters: An Iowa Crop and Livestock Forum
EDUCATIONAL FORUM TO HELP IOWA FARMERS GROW RESPONSIBLY TO BE HELD MARCH 25 IN AMES
“Farming Matters – An Iowa Crop and Livestock Forum” will cover risk
management, regulatory, neighbor relations and environmental issues
WEST DES MOINES, IA – Feb. 11, 2008 – An educational forum focusing on
issues vital to both new and experienced crop and livestock farmers will be
held Tuesday, March 25, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the Gateway Hotel and Conference
Center in Ames.
“Farming Matters: An Iowa Crop and Livestock Forum” is sponsored by the
Coalition to Support Iowa's Farmers (CSIF). It will provide farmers with
timely information needed to grow their livestock farms responsibly and
successfully. The event is the fourth in a series of educational seminars
offered by CSIF. More than 300 farmers have attended past forums held near
the Amana Colonies, Cherokee and Mason City.
“It's an exciting time to be involved in crop and livestock farming, yet
there are many critical issues that farmers must be mindful of as they look
to grow for the future,” says Kevin Vinchattle, CSIF President and Chief
Executive Officer of the Iowa Poultry Association. “The forum is a
continuation of our work to provide farmers with timely information so they
can make sound decisions that benefit their families and communities.”
“Farming Matters” will offer attendees insight on effectively managing
rising energy and input prices, communicating livestock issues and
enhancing relations between farmers and their neighbors. Other topics will
include a timely review of livestock rules and regulations and tips for
successfully starting a new livestock farm or growing an existing one.
Livestock, feed, manure management and lending and financial experts will
also be on hand throughout the day to visit with farmers and answer
questions.
Speakers confirmed for the informative and interactive forum include
Montana logger and ag advocate, Bruce Vincent, CSIF consultant and public
relations expert, Carol Bodensteiner, Eldon McAfee of the Iowa Pork
Producers Association, cattle expert Evan Vermeer and Dr. John Lawrence,
director of Iowa State University's Iowa Beef Center.
Early-bird registration for “Farming Matters” is only $35 by March 14 and
$50 after March 14. All early-bird registrants will receive a
complimentary CSIF cap the day of the event.
To register, log on to www.supportfarmers.com or call 1-800-932-2436.
CSIF, launched in 2004, is a joint partnership involving the Iowa
Cattlemen's Association, Iowa Corn Growers Association, Iowa Farm Bureau,
Iowa Pork Producers Association, Iowa Poultry Association and Iowa Soybean
Association (ISA). The non-profit, non-partisan organization has helped
nearly 850 farm families throughout Iowa follow all livestock rules and
regulations, identify the best locations for new livestock farms, safeguard
environmental resources and enhance trust and understanding between farmers
and neighbors.
Farmers wanting a helping hand are encouraged to contact CSIF at
1-800-932-2436. There is no charge for the service.
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Coalition Encourages Responsible Livestock Farming
Educational campaign seeks to enhance the quality of life in Iowa 's rural communities
for more information visit CSIF at http://www.supportiowasfarmers.org/
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Results of the Iowa DNR Animal Feeding Operations Odor Study
Dry Manure Applicator Certification Offered
The
news release about the dry manure workshops is now available on
the ISU extension News page.
Iowa Premise Identification Program
Premises Registration
The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship has been working with the United States Department of Agriculture on the formation of the National Animal Identification System (NAIS). The NAIS is a national program that is being developed to identify animals and track them as move from one location to another. The purpose of the program is to create a database that will allow a rapid traceback in the event of a disease concern. When fully operational, the NAIS will be capable of tracking an animal, or group of animals, back to the original premises within 48 hours.
The first step in the NAIS process is to identify and register premises that house animals. Premises Identification Numbers (PINs) are necessary for any ocation involved in livestock commerce or the movement of animals or poultry. Allied agricultural operations and non-producer participants can also be assigned PINs. The Premises Identification process begins with the completion of a Premises Identification Number Application.
You can download your Premises Identification Number form here or from the link below. You may also check out the USDA's NAIS homepage here .
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact:
Steve
White
Animal ID Coordinator
888.778.7675 (Toll Free)
idals_id@idals.state.ia.us
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"Iowa Supreme Court Upholds Statewide Regulations of Livestock"
http://www.judicial.state.ia.us/supreme/opinions/20041006/ No. 03-552. is the Worth County case
FDA Release Egg Safety Rule The FDA has released an egg safety rule. Click here for the summary. http://vm.cfsan.fda.gov/~tdav/fs-eggs6.htmlThe copy of the actual rule (278 pages) can be found at:http://www.fda.gov/OHRMS/DOCKETS/98fr/1996p-0418-npr0002.pdf