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Attached is the list of statewide Category 14, the Fertilizer Applicator Certification Rule, training and exam programs. They will be the only opportunities where Purdue Extension and OISC can provide training and exams in the state. State-wide training was made available this year only to assist with compliance. If a producer in need of the certification misses these, Category 14 exams can be taken at the monthly exam-only dates at Purdue (free of charge) or by computer at the remote test sites (for a fee). More information about the options is available on the Cat14pub file that is attached. For now, the OISC is leaving the manual up on their website as a free download.
Purdue Bulletin on Cat14
State Chemist FAQs on Cat 14
Category 14 Workshops
Cat 14 Manual – Review Draft (note – large PDF file)
Office of the Indiana State Chemist – Cat 14 Information
May 24, 2011 | Education and News and Resources | No Comments »
The Carroll County Economic Development Corporation, the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce and the Carroll County Focus on the Future are co-sponsoring an informational meeting about Tax Increment Financing on Monday, April 25, 2011, at the Canal Center (Delphi).
Rick Hall, from Barnes & Thornburg and Todd Samuelson from Umbaugh & Associates will be on hand to present information and answer questions about TIF districts.
As our County reaches for opportunities to fund economic development, use of TIF districts will be an important component. Citizen understanding of what TIF districts are, and how they can benefit the County is an important step in the economic development process.
TIF FLyer1
April 21, 2011 | Education and Issues and News and Resources | No Comments »
Indiana State Board of Animal Health (BOAH) voted to move forward with a proposal to establish minimum standards of care for livestock and poultry in Indiana.
Presented for the first time during the April 14 meeting, the proposal seeks to create a baseline for care build on five core principles:
- Food and water
- Shelter
- Animal disease, injury and treatment
- Animal stewardship
- Handling and transportation
BOAH veterinarians routinely assist local law enforcement agencies with determinations in cases of animal abuse and neglect, which violate Indiana cruelty laws. For the first time, these core principles provide definition to acceptable levels of care for livestock and poultry species.
“This is an issue that stirs a lot of passion and emotion in many people from different perspectives. By recognizing five core principles that apply to all Hoosier livestock and poultry producers, we feel this identifies a place of common ground to ensure all animals are cared for in the best ways possible. This is an innovative approach to the issue, and we feel this is the right direction for the state of Indiana,” said Indiana State Veterinarian Bret D. Marsh.
In 2010, the Indiana General Assembly officially tasked, by state statute, the Indiana State Board of Animal Health with developing standards of care for livestock and poultry in the state. The Board, which has been in existence in 1889, is comprised of 11 members, representing different livestock species sectors, poultry industry, companion animals and the veterinary community.
As the first reading, the Board has opened a comment period, which will end with a public hearing before Board members vote on the final version after a second reading. A copy of the proposal may be viewed online at the Board of Animal Health’s web site at: www.boah.in.gov . Comments may be submitted to the agency, during the public comment period, via email at animalhealth@boah.in.gov
April 21, 2011 | Education and Issues and News and Resources | No Comments »
Carroll County Soil & Water Conservation District will be hosting its annual Ag Day at the Delphi Armory. Ag day introduces Carroll County fourth graders to all aspects of agriculture, including animals.
Carroll County Agriculture Association members are needed to help cook pork burgers for 400 students and teachers for this event. Also, the use of 2-3 roasters is needed to keep the meat warm.
Please be at the Armory at 9:00 a.m. for set up and to start cooking. Please call Sam Moffitt or Dean Scott if you can help, or if you have questions.
March 10, 2011 | Education and News | No Comments »
A REVIEW DRAFT of the new Certified Fertilizer Applicator License Manual has been made available through Indiana Farm Bureau and Indiana Pork through the following link: NOTE THIS IS A LARGE FILE
Certified Fertilizer Applicator License Manual
February 16, 2011 | Education and Resources | No Comments »
On Thursday, February 24, from 9:00 a.m. until noon, the Carroll and White County Soil and Water Conservation Districts will hold a Soil Conservation Workshop at the Canal Interpretive Center in Delphi.
Program brochure is attached. BiCoSoilConWorkshop
There is no charge, but the hosts would like to know how many to expect. Please call any of the numbers on the brochure to RSVP
Program Agenda:
- 8:30 a.m. – Coffee & Refreshments
- 9 a.m. – “Considerations for Conversion to No-Till”
- Dan Towery, Agronomist, Ag Conservation Solutions, LLC
- 10 a.m. – “Soil Quality Issues”
- Dr. Jim Camberato, Dept. of Agronomy, Purdue University
- 11 a.m. – “Equipment Modifications for No-Till” and “USDA Program Updates”
- Bruce Waibel, Precision Planting Representative
- Collette Zeigler-Staley, FSA White County Executive Director
- Joe O’Donnell, NRCS Carroll County District Conservationist
February 16, 2011 | Education and Resources | No Comments »
CCAA Members are invited to a member meeting on Monday, February 21, at 6:30 p.m.
Featured speaker for the meeting will be Mike Titus with a talk on farm safety and regulation.
We will also take nominations for directors to be voted on at the Annual meeting.
Treasurer Maurice Robeson asks for 2 volunteers to review the CCAA 2010 financial records.
Refreshments will be served, and the meeting is expected to last about an hour.
February 15, 2011 | Education and Members Only | No Comments »
Come for lunch and bring your questions about current issues in crop production, precision planting, nitrogen issues and marketing. Woody Nichols, Brenton Peters and Nick Root will be on hand to facilitate discussion, and an agronomist and marketing specialist will also be on hand to answer questions. Meal provided by Custom Select. This is a question and answer forum.
- Date: Wednesday February 16
- Time: 11:30 a.m.
- Location: 4H Building (Flora)
Please RSVP for a head count for meals:
February 07, 2011 | Education and Resources | No Comments »
Reducing sediment & nutrient leaching to the Mississippi River Basin through a Conservation Systems approach.
Focus Area
Mississippi River Basin Initiative
Cooperative Conservation Partnership Initiative
(MRBI-CCPI)
Landowner Information Meeting
Learn more about EQIP and WHIP programs
Tuesday, February 8, 2011, 7:30 a.m.
Bennett Room
50 N Street, Rossville IN 46065
Biscuits & Gravy Breakfast Served
Please RSVP to SWCD office: 765-564-4480 x 3
click for more info: MRBIBreakfastflier
February 07, 2011 | Education and Resources | No Comments »
Central Indiana Pork Producers Conference will be held on:
Wednesday, February 23, 2011 — NOTE – rescheduled due to weather!!
Rossville High School Rossville, IN
9:00 AM to 3:15 PM
Program Speakers Include:
- Chris Hurt, Purdue University
- Brian Richert, Purdue University
- Dave Murray, Indiana Packers
- Josh Trenary, Indiana Pork
- John Nagle, Indiana State Department of Agriculture
- Brian Payne, Boehringer-Ingelheim Vetmedica
More information, including registration, can be found on the attached flyers:
ClintonCountyPorkConfsched11
PorkConfbroch11
February 01, 2011 | Education and Resources | No Comments »
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Attached is the list of statewide Category 14, the Fertilizer Applicator Certification Rule, training and exam programs. They will be the only opportunities where Purdue Extension and OISC can provide training and exams in the state. State-wide training was made available this year only to assist with compliance. If a producer in need of the certification misses these, Category 14 exams can be taken at the monthly exam-only dates at Purdue (free of charge) or by computer at the remote test sites (for a fee). More information about the options is available on the Cat14pub file that is attached. For now, the OISC is leaving the manual up on their website as a free download.
