Management planned for Eurasian watermilfoil found at Clear Lake 8/13/2024 2:37:00 PM View Count 675 CLEAR LAKE - The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recently discovered that Eurasian watermilfoil has spread in Clear Lake in Cerro Gordo County. A small area was originally found last fall east of the McIntosh Beach and treated this May. A larger area was found last week near Farmer’s Beach.
Late summer underwater aquatic plant control for ponds 8/7/2024 7:23:00 AM View Count 1439 A healthy pond needs aquatic plants, but too many can upset a fishing pond’s balance and become a nuisance. Many pond owners struggle with how to control the amount of aquatic plants, without completely removing all of them, so they can enjoy their pond.
Grant funds available for communities impacted by the 2020 derecho 7/2/2024 12:40:00 PM View Count 2893 The Iowa Legislature appropriated state infrastructure funds to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to be used for a community-based tree planting program for derecho recovery tree planting.
Enjoy the buzz – support the local bees and butterflies by adding pollinator friendly plants around the house 6/11/2024 2:24:00 PM View Count 2222 If you enjoy eating apples, peaches, blueberries, tomatoes, squash and more, thank a bee. Or, better yet, plant some pollinator friendly native plants in a pot, or flower bed or garden and support the local bees and butterflies.
Time to start planning to control plants in Iowa ponds 4/23/2024 12:15:00 PM View Count 1610 A healthy pond needs aquatic plants, but too many plants can limit the pond’s use and cause imbalances in the fish population. If you had problems using your pond last year because of aquatic plant growth, you could have similar problems this year.
Untreated groundwater discharge reaches Boyer River 2/26/2024 4:20:00 PM View Count 2175 DES MOINES – The Iowa Department of Natural Resources was notified of an untreated water discharge into the Boyer River in Crawford County.
Grant funds available for communities impacted by the 2020 derecho 1/16/2024 3:24:00 PM View Count 3580 The Iowa Legislature appropriated state infrastructure funds to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources to be used for a community-based tree planting program for derecho recovery tree planting.
Consistent watering essential for new trees this fall 10/17/2023 11:50:00 AM View Count 4890 Fall is usually a good time to plant trees with mild temperatures and adequate ground moisture. With drought conditions across Iowa this fall, watering newly planted trees on a regular schedule through the 2024 growing season is essential for a strong start and healthy life.
Late summer cattail and floating-leaved plant control for ponds 8/22/2023 12:20:00 PM View Count 2694 Have the cattails in your pond taken over your favorite fishing spot or crowded you from one side of the dock or swimming area?
Help prevent the spread of invasive aquatic plants around West Okoboji Lake 8/16/2023 7:23:00 AM View Count 2699 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is asking for help to prevent the spread of Eurasian watermilfoil and brittle naiad around West Okoboji Lake.
Invasive aquatic plants confirmed at West Okoboji Lake 8/9/2023 7:28:00 AM View Count 3637 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recently discovered Eurasian watermilfoil growing throughout the canals near Miller’s Bay and The Harbor canals on West Okoboji Lake in Dickinson County. Brittle naiad was also found in the Triboji lagoon. No Eurasian watermilfoil or brittle naiad was found in the main lake of West Okoboji or the other lakes in the Iowa Great Lakes chain.
Late summer underwater aquatic plant control for ponds 8/1/2023 12:15:00 PM View Count 2920 A healthy pond needs aquatic plants, but too many can upset a fishing pond’s balance and become a nuisance. Many pond owners struggle with how to control the amount of aquatic plants, without completely removing all of them, so they can enjoy their pond.
Water conservation alert declared for portions of northern Pottawattamie, Harrison, Shelby, Audubon, and Cass County 5/26/2023 3:48:00 PM View Count 3457 AVOCA, Iowa - A mandatory nonessential water usage restriction is in effect immediately for the customers of the Avoca Treatment Plant Distribution System. Regional Water Rural Water District has declared “Level Yellow,” the second of a system of progressive levels within its Emergency Water Conservation Plan.
Celebrate Iowa trees throughout the year 4/25/2023 11:40:00 AM View Count 2265 DES MOINES – Every Arbor Day, Iowans pay special attention to the benefits of our trees and dedicate themselves to planting and managing Iowa’s trees and forests.
Time to start planning to control plants in Iowa ponds 4/18/2023 4:22:00 PM View Count 2636 A healthy pond needs aquatic plants, but too many plants can limit the pond’s use and cause imbalances in the fish population. If you had problems using your pond last year because of aquatic plant growth, you could have similar problems this year.
Grant funds available for communities impacted by the 2020 derecho 2/7/2023 8:08:00 PM View Count 6267 The Iowa Legislature appropriated state infrastructure funds to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources to be used for a community-based tree planting program for derecho recovery tree planting in 27 impacted counties.
Minor Source Air Emission Inventories for Central Iowa due May 15 1/24/2023 1:25:00 PM View Count 9871 Minor source facilities located in the central third of Iowa (counties listed below) and all portable plants must submit their Minor Source Emission Inventory (MSEI) for calendar year 2022 emissions by May 15, 2023. If your facility is required to complete this year’s report, you will receive a letter from DNR.
Fall is a great time to plant shade trees 10/18/2022 1:21:00 PM View Count 3751 It’s not too late to plant some varieties of shade trees before winter sets in. Fall is an ideal time to plant new trees with mild temperatures and adequate ground moisture.
Late summer cattail and floating-leaved plant control for ponds 8/30/2022 1:44:00 PM View Count 2926 Have the cattails in your pond taken over your favorite fishing spot or crowded you from one side of the dock or swimming area?
Late summer underwater aquatic plant control for ponds 8/2/2022 12:15:00 PM View Count 3487 A healthy pond needs aquatic plants, but too many can upset a fishing pond’s balance and become a nuisance. Many pond owners struggle with how to control the amount of aquatic plants, without completely removing all of them, so they can enjoy their pond.
Grant funds available for communities impacted by the 2020 derecho 7/26/2022 12:48:00 PM View Count 3787 The Iowa Legislature appropriated state infrastructure funds to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources to be used for a community-based tree planting program for derecho recovery.
Time to start planning to control plants in Iowa ponds 4/19/2022 11:54:00 AM View Count 1715 A healthy pond needs aquatic plants, but too many plants can limit the pond’s use and cause imbalances in the fish population. If you had problems using your pond last year because of aquatic plant growth, you could have similar problems this year.
Fall is a great time to plant shade trees 10/26/2021 4:02:00 PM View Count 1903 It’s not too late to plant some varieties of shade trees before winter sets in. Fall is an ideal time to plant new trees with mild temperatures and adequate ground moisture.
Late summer cattail and floating-leaved plant control for ponds 8/31/2021 11:48:00 AM View Count 1551 Have the cattails in your pond taken over your favorite fishing spot or crowded you from one side of the dock or swimming area?
Derecho Community Forestry Grant Program 7/26/2021 4:38:00 PM View Count 2252 The Iowa Legislature appropriated state infrastructure funds to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources to be used for a community-based tree planting program for derecho recovery.
New DNR Video Helps Iowans Correctly Plant Trees 4/26/2021 10:14:00 AM View Count 1992 DES MOINES - April is Arbor Month and a new five-minute video produced by the Iowa DNR aims to help residents learn to properly plant trees and avoid very common mistakes - vital to the longevity of new plantings.
Time to start planning to control plants in Iowa ponds 4/6/2021 12:37:00 PM View Count 2804 A healthy pond needs aquatic plants, but too many plants can limit the pond’s use and cause imbalances in the fish population. If you had problems using your pond last year because of aquatic plant growth, you could have similar problems this year.
DNR investigating unknown sheen on Mosquito Creek 9/11/2020 3:23:00 PM View Count 1900 COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa - On September 10, MidAmerican Energy contact DNR Field Office staff to alert them of a sheen noticed on Mosquito Creek.
Late summer underwater aquatic plant control for ponds 8/4/2020 11:39:00 AM View Count 1921 A healthy pond needs aquatic plants, but too many can upset a fishing pond’s balance and become a nuisance. Many pond owners struggle with how to control the amount of aquatic plants, without completely removing all of them, so they can enjoy their pond.
5 tips for picking the right tree for your yard 5/19/2020 9:57:00 AM View Count 8812 If you’re thinking of branching out and adding new trees to your yard, here are five things to keep in mind:
Late summer underwater aquatic plant control for ponds 8/7/2019 11:36:00 AM View Count 2130 A healthy pond needs aquatic plants, but too many can upset a fishing pond’s balance and become a nuisance. Many pond owners struggle with how to control the amount of aquatic plants, without completely removing all of them, so they can enjoy their pond.
6 ways to help monarchs in your own backyard 7/5/2019 4:52:00 PM View Count 11521 One of the most recognized pollinators, monarchs travel more than 3,000 miles each year to come visit Iowa for the summer. With declining numbers over the last decade, here are some ways you can help these beautiful orange and black butterflies:
Time to start controlling plants in Iowa ponds 3/19/2019 12:01:00 PM View Count 2544 A healthy pond needs aquatic plants, but too many plants can limit the pond’s use and cause imbalances in the fish population. If you had problems using your pond last year, you could have similar problems this year.
PLANT SOME SHADE® tree distribution scheduled for Fort Dodge 5/3/2018 8:15:00 AM View Count 7712 FORT DODGE – Order forms are now online for MidAmerican Energy Company residential customers in the Fort Dodge area to purchase discounted trees.
Time to start controlling plants in Iowa ponds 3/20/2018 12:50:00 PM View Count 3715 Although pond plant growth is not always the same each year; if you had problems using your pond last year, you could have similar problems this year. A healthy pond needs aquatic plant habitat, but too many plants can limit the pond’s use and cause imbalances in the fish population.
eMMP update - a better way to handle manure management plans 10/20/2017 12:01:00 PM View Count 2780 Work is proceeding on the new electronic Manure Management Plan (eMMP) which will make it possible to submit short forms for manure management plans and pay fees online. The goal is to simplify filing an annual MMP for 7,000-plus producers, their consultants, and the 99 counties that receive the plans.
Operation ReLeaf tree distribution events planned through mid-October 9/26/2017 11:54:00 AM View Count 4685 A popular program offering landscape-quality trees at a deep discount to Alliant Energy customers will be held at six locations across Iowa this fall. Residential tree distributions will be held in Buena Vista, Fayette, Lee, Linn, Lucas and Story counties this September and October.
Late summer cattail and emergent vegetation control for ponds 9/5/2017 12:54:00 PM View Count 3484 Have the cattails in your pond taken over your favorite fishing spot or crowded you from one side of the dock or swimming area?
Late summer underwater aquatic plant control for ponds 8/8/2017 1:33:00 PM View Count 3409 Pond plants are necessary for a healthy pond, but too many can upset a fishing pond’s balance and become a nuisance. Many pond owners struggle with how to control a number of aquatic plants, without completely removing all plants, so they can enjoy their pond.
Plant.Grow.Fly. to Plant Butterfly Garden on Iowa Capitol Complex Friday 6/15/2017 8:10:00 AM View Count 3816 DES MOINES, Iowa - Blank Park Zoo’s Plant.Grow.Fly. and several partners are building a pollinator garden at the Iowa State Capitol on June 16.
How do plants come back each year if they die in the winter? 1/10/2017 10:23:00 AM View Count 24083 As the wind grows cooler, leaves drop and snow begins to fall, it’s easy to look at a shriveled, brown plant in the yard and think it’s dead. But that’s just what’s above the surface. Below ground, the plant is still alive, just settled in for a long winter’s nap.
Aerial spraying planned to combat invasive plants on wildlife areas 10/20/2016 8:29:00 AM View Count 4842 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will be aerial spraying for bush honeysuckle on the Mount Ayr, Sand Creek, Dekalb and Red Rock Wildlife Management areas (WMA) in south central Iowa through mid-November. Spraying will occur after most trees have lost their leaves but while the honeysuckle leaves are still green.
Late Summer Cattail and Emergent Vegetation Control for Ponds 9/6/2016 1:28:00 PM View Count 5880 Have the cattails in your pond taken over your favorite fishing spot or crowded you from one side of the dock or swimming area?
7 Tips for Starting a Backyard Pollinator Garden 8/11/2016 2:05:00 PM View Count 38870 Not all wildlife is supersized. Small animals, including insects and hummingbirds, are responsible for the processes that bring us everything from cotton for clothes to the strawberries in the supermarket. According to the American Honeybee Federation, honeybees alone are responsible for up to 90 percent of the pollination of certain crops, and contribute more than a $14 billion value to the U.S. agricultural industry. With the recent declines in honeybee and monarch butterfly populations, you can make an importa...
Grant Applications Available Now for School and Community Tree Planting 6/7/2016 2:01:00 PM View Count 4263 Trees For Kids grant applications are now available for the fall 2016 grant cycle. The Trees For Kids grant program is designed to provide hands-on educational opportunities for Iowa youth by planting trees on school grounds and other public places.