What's the basis for interest in and, on the other hand, concern about the use of cow pools in Iowa? This article answers this question and points up some of the implications of which producers should be aware.

Are new practices and techniques adopted simply because they're discovered and made available? "Not unless they're profitable," is the answer that research is giving. Here's an example based on the use of fertilizer in Iowa.

This monthly section presents brief reports on the progress, results and applications of farm and home research currently being conducted by your agricultural and home economics experiment station at Iowa State.

Convenience and safety are important characteristics of a well-planned kitchen. A recent survey, however, shows that many Iowa farm kitchens are weak in these features. What about your kitchen? Is it Grade A?