Extension
Since the Smith-Lever Act of 1914, faculty within the Department of Agronomy have served as Extension specialists sharing their knowledge and current research with Iowans to advance agriculture and improve environmental quality. Field agronomists also serve the state by offering field days, insight on current conditions and sharing thoughts on future circumstances. Our specialists and the Extension field agronomists are joined by colleagues in Ag and Biosystems Engineering and Plant Pathology, Entomology and Microbiology to form the producer’s dream team called Integrated Crop Management.
Integrated Crop Management
The Integrated Crop Management (ICM) website is a convenient, central location for producers to access a variety of crop production information, including: agronomy, soils and environment, weeds, integrated pest management, water quality, and grain handling and storage. Contributors to the site represent the Iowa State University Extension and Outreach crops team, which includes about 30 faculty and staff.
News
Agronomy Researchers Present Valuable Information at ICM Conference
Gruss Named Forage Specialist with ISU Extension and Outreach
Roth to Serve as Assistant Professor of Agronomy and Extension Nitrogen Education Specialist
Extension Tools
Corn Drydown Tool
Corn-Nitrogen Rate Calculator
Daily Erosion Project
Forecast & Assessment of Cropping sysTemS
Iowa Environmental Mesonet (IEM)
Iowa Variety Trials
Soil Land Use
Soil Management and Environment
Soybean Planting Decision Tool
Field Agronomists
The crops team focuses on integrated management for sustainable agriculture with three priorities: crops (production and grain storage), soils (soil fertility and nutrient management, and soil management), and pests (weed, plant disease and insect resistance). Specialists at the Iowa State University campus and around the state help clients understand the importance of food security and environmental stewardship. Find a crops team member in your area below.
Extension Specialists in the Department
1216 Agron
(515) 294 7413
sarchont@iastate.edu