Iowa Nutrient Research & Education Council

Want to see conservation practices working in the field instead of just hearing about them?

The Above the Canopy Field Day near Minburn on June 23 will bring farmers, conservation partners and industry leaders together for real-world conversations around practical conservation solutions.

The day will include:
• A live Hagie interseeder demonstration
• Cover crop benefits and cost-share opportunities
• A Beaver Creek saturated buffer demonstration
• Farmer-led discussions focused on what works in the field

INREC is proud to work alongside partners like Heartland Cooperative to help support conservation conversations and hands-on learning opportunities across Iowa.

Lunch will be provided by the Iowa Cattlemen’s Association.
Please RSVP for the meal ahead of the event:
📞 515-971-8278
📧 [email protected]

Water quality challenges take collaboration, and that is exactly what Athene Watershed26 is designed to do.

INREC is proud to sponsor this two-day summit bringing together leaders from agriculture, conservation, research and industry to discuss practical solutions for the future of the Upper Mississippi River Watershed.

Watershed26 takes place June 30-July 1 in Des Moines. Register to join us today! https://bit.ly/4dI3qUk

Looking to stay ahead of where drainage and water quality projects are headed in Iowa?

The Batch & Build Contractor Workshops are built for contractors, drainage professionals and conservation partners who want hands-on insight into edge-of-field practices and the growing opportunities surrounding them.

You’ll get a closer look at:
• Bioreactors
• Saturated buffers
• Oxbows
• Wetlands
• Installation tips and construction requirements
• Online bidding for Batch & Build projects
• Real-world practices during an on-farm visit

📍 June 16 — Fort Dodge
📍 June 18 — Hiawatha

Hosted by ISU Extension and Outreach.

If you work in drainage, conservation or water quality, this is a chance to see these practices up close, ask questions and better understand what’s coming next across Iowa.

Registration is required - https://bit.ly/4cXhau2

Sidedressing will be here before we know it, and nitrogen decisions do not get any easier once you are in the field.

Tools like N-FACT can help you make more informed choices by using data to guide nitrogen applications based on field conditions and crop needs. Instead of relying on guesswork, you can look at real information to help time and rate applications more effectively.

If you are starting to think ahead to sidedress season, now is a good time to get familiar with tools that can support better in-season decisions. https://bit.ly/3EWzQeC

Looking for reliable information on nutrient management in Iowa?

Instead of searching in ten different places, start in one.

The INREC Index brings together research, tools and resources so you can find what you need faster. Whether you are digging into data, exploring practices or just trying to better understand what is out there, it is all in one spot.

Take a look and see what's available. https://bit.ly/4d1fYVh

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Sign up for The INREC Recap to get the latest updates from the Iowa Nutrient Research & Education Council delivered right to your inbox. From research findings to project announcements and ways to get involved, we will keep you informed without filling your inbox with fluff.

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The response to the spring nitrogen soil sampling project has been great, and enrollment is now full. We appreciate all the interest from farmers across the area and the commitment to making informed nutrient decisions.

There will be another opportunity to participate in the project again this fall. If you want to stay up to date on timing, locations and how to get involved, be sure to sign up for the INREC Recap newsletter. https://bit.ly/48ICZeQ

If you would like to see this project expand into additional counties, drop a comment below. 👇

Nitrogen is a costly input, and guessing your sidedress rate isn’t cutting it anymore.

Tools like N-FACT are changing the game by using real on-farm data to help dial in how much nitrogen your crop actually needs. You’re not just protecting your soil, you’re protecting your bottom line.

Planning ahead matters. The right rate at the right time can help reduce loss, improve efficiency and avoid putting dollars in the ground that never make it to the crop.

With input costs where they are today, knowing your numbers isn’t optional. It’s essential.

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