Last call! Cities & counties of all size are encouraged to apply for @IADeptAg's urban conservation & water quality cost-share grants. Pre-applications are due tomorrow, Friday, Nov. 6 at 4:30 p.m. For more information email Ann.Seda@iowaagriculture.gov.

Small-scale meat processors & custom lockers are invited to apply for @ChooseIowa funding to purchase equipment that expands processing capacity. Applications are due by 12:00p.m. CST on Nov. 20. Learn more at chooseiowa.com.

Secretary @MikeNaigIA commented on today's Iowa Crop Progress & Condition report, which was released by the @usda_nass. The report is released weekly April through November. The @IADeptAg also provides a weekly weather summary. iowaagriculture.gov/news/crop-prog…

The @IADeptAg & the @USDA_APHIS have detected a case of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (H5N1 HPAI) in a commercial turkey flock in Sac County. This case is Iowa’s eighth detection of H5N1 HPAI in 2026.
iowaagriculture.gov/news/HPAI-sac-…

Sec. @MikeNaigIA joined U.S. Sec. of Agriculture Brooke Rollins at ADM where she announced @IADeptAg & partners @IAwateralliance @IAcattlemen & @DucksUnlimited will receive a $10M RCPP grant to build on success of Cattle & Conservation Working Lands Prog. iowaagriculture.gov/news/USDA-inve…

Secretary @MikeNaigIA commented on today's Iowa Crop Progress & Condition report, which was released by the @usda_nass. The report is released weekly April through November. The @IADeptAg also provides a weekly weather summary. iowaagriculture.gov/news/crop-prog…

Iowa is experiencing above-avg. temperatures this fall. It's important to plan nutrient applications based on soil temperatures, not calendar dates. @IowaState recommends waiting until the 4-in. soil temperature is at least 50 & falling to protect your investment & water quality.

Sec. @MikeNaigIA announced the @IADeptAg has begun construction on 4 new abandoned mine land (AML) reclamation projects in Mahaska & Marion Counties covering approx. 150 acres & representing nearly $4.9M in new water quality & soil conservation work.
iowaagriculture.gov/news/abandoned…

Secretary @MikeNaigIA commented on today's Iowa Crop Progress & Condition report, which was released by the @USDA_nass. The report is released weekly April through November. The @IADeptAg also provides a weekly weather summary. #IowaAg
iowaagriculture.gov/news/crop-prog…

Sec. @MikeNaigIA encourages Iowa farmers to plant cover crops this fall to improve water quality & soil health. Farmers who plant eligible cover crops this fall may receive a $5 per acre discount on their 2027 crop insurance premiums. Learn more at iowaagriculture.gov/news/cover-cro…

Secretary @MikeNaigIA today announced that the @IADeptAg has awarded 13 grants to support education and outreach, research & market development that benefits Iowa’s specialty crop producers, including @ChooseIowa members.
iowaagriculture.gov/news/specialty…

Sec. @MikeNaigIA invited small-scale meat processors & custom lockers to apply for @ChooseIowa Butchery Equipment Only Grants to purchase cold storage, meat processing, and/or packaging equipment that expands processing capacity in Iowa. iowaagriculture.gov/choose-iowa-bu…

With diesel prices high & harvest underway, @GovKimReynolds issued a proclamation to temporarily allow the expanded use of dyed diesel for on-road hauling of agricultural products on Iowa roadways. @iowadot developed a useful guide for farmers & drivers. iowadot.gov/media/15970/do….

Secretary @MikeNaigIA commented on today's Iowa Crop Progress & Condition report, which was released by the @usda_nass. The report is released weekly April through November. The @IADeptAg also provides a weekly weather summary. iowaagriculture.gov/news/crop-prog…

Official photos from 2026 @IowaStateFair ceremonies hosted by @IADeptAg, including @ChooseIowa coloring calendar, Iowa Farm Environmental Leader Awards & Century & Heritage Farm ceremonies are available for publication & public use at flickr.com/photos/Iowaagr…

Sec. @MikeNaigIA announced the @IADeptAg is accepting pre-applications for cost-share grants to support urban conservation & water quality projects.
Pre-applications are due Nov. 6 at 4:30pm CST. For more information, email Ann.Seda@iowaagriculture.gov. iowaagriculture.gov/news/urban-wat…

Secretary @MikeNaigIA commented on today's Iowa Crop Progress & Condition report, which was released by the @usda_nass. The report is released weekly April through November. The @IADeptAg also provides a weekly weather summary. #IowaAg
iowaagriculture.gov/news/crop-prog…

The @IADeptAg & @USDA_APHIS have detected a case of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (H5N1 HPAI) in a multi-species backyard flock in Boone County. This case is Iowa’s seventh detection of H5N1 HPAI in 2026.
iowaagriculture.gov/news/HPAI-boon…

Sec. @MikeNaigIA encourages Iowans to explore local farms & businesses in the 2nd annual @ChooseIowa Fall Crawl during Oct. 9-10. The 125 Choose Iowa member stops will be featured on the free, mobile friendly Choose Iowa Passport. Learn more at iowaagriculture.gov/news/choose-io…

Sec. @MikeNaigIA urges farmers & drivers to prioritize safety & mental health during harvest season. He shared several tips & resources to help Iowans ensure a safe & productive harvest.
Read more at: iowaagriculture.gov/news/safety-me…
#IowaAg #NationalFarmSafetyandHealthWeek