First of all, Id like to say a big THANK YOU to Steve on all of his efforts along side Skip at the capital. Much Appreciated!
The discussion on the large tract not producing high end deer reminds me a lot of the Winke Farm/Albia area. Is too much "management" a bad thing?
I read somewhere once(not sure where) that they will allow a change if they deem it an "upgrade". The way I understood it, you could potentially upgrade a cool seasons stand by converting it into a NWSG, tree planting, or pollinator.
Does the NRCS ever allow mid contract changes to CRP contracts? For instance, if someone has a field of cool seasons grasses in contract, could it be converted to a warm seasons blend or maybe even a tree planting contract?
Figured it wouldn't hurt to check here on IW prior calling an office...
I had a very enjoyable evening supporting the cause and meeting fellow sportsmen. I'll definitely be there again next year. Thanks again to Skip and the others that are helping Keep Iowa Great!
Utilize the soil digging your 20 acre lake and build berms for access. Maybe 5 or 6' tall with switch planted on them. In some cases, build 2 berms side by side, walking between them like a tunnel.
Most of us can agree that supplemental feeding in the off season DOES help. The problem is, most of us cant afford to do it. Anilogics is $50 for a 50 lb bag and the other brands aren't too far behind. 50 lbs would last about 1 night in many areas.
Has anyone found a more practical way?
Looking for an accountant in South Central Iowa that has a good understanding in maximizing rec ground write-offs, timber sales, farm rent, etc.
Who do you all recommend?
Thanks in advance.
One of the B&C scorers in the state also swears that drought years produce bigger deer and claims he has the data to prove it.
Some say that on drought years, roots have to reach deeper and pull up more nutrients out of the soil which transfer to the deer when eaten.
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