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ECONewsWire
News Release

Nominate a Conservation Leader for the Iowa Farm Environmental Leader Award

The Iowa Farm Environmental Leader Award recognizes farm families who demonstrate outstanding voluntary efforts to improve and protect Iowa’s soil and water.

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March 5, 2026
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DNR Logo, white text on green circle.
Water Summary Update
News Release

Water Summary Update: Drought watches issued as precipitation deficits continue

Drought watches have been issued for northwest and southeast Iowa following a dry winter, according to the latest Water Summary Update

Display Date
March 5, 2026
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Chronic Wasting Disease
Hunting
News Release

Course on chronic wasting disease set for March and April in Ames

CWD Ambassadors: Education program by Iowa DNR & ISU to train local leaders in CWD management & mitigation. Register now for the Ames spring course.

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March 5, 2026
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News Release

Spring community trout stocking starts March 16

Iowa DNR is stocking rainbow trout in 12 community lakes (March-April) for close-to-home, family-friendly fishing fun. License & trout fee needed.

Display Date
March 3, 2026
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News Release

DNR public meetings to recap hunting, trapping seasons, discuss possible rule changes begin March 2

Iowa DNR town halls: get updates on hunting/trapping seasons, discuss possible rule changes, and give feedback on regulations. Open to the public.

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February 28, 2026
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Water Use Permits
News Release

Water use permits for review, published 02/26/2026

The DNR Water Quality Bureau has the following draft water use permits posted for public review.

Display Date
February 26, 2026
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Air Quality Draft Permits
News Release

Air quality permits for review, published 02/26/2026

The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review.

Display Date
February 26, 2026
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Wildlife Management Areas
News Release

Grassland management at 12 Mile Lake Wildlife Area in Union County

Iowa DNR is removing trees on the east side of 12 Mile Lake Wildlife Area to restore high quality, grassland habitat improving water quality for the lake.

Display Date
February 24, 2026
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Iowa's Wildlife
News Release

Habitat management cutting at Mt. Ayr Wildlife Area

The Iowa DNR is restoring 60 acres of habitat at Mt. Ayr Wildlife Area by managing tree species, benefiting native oaks and providing cover for wildlife.

Display Date
February 19, 2026
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Air Quality Draft Permits
News Release

Air quality permits for review, published 02/19/2026

The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review.

Display Date
February 19, 2026
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News - Featured
Fishing
News Release

Spring-like weather bringing Iowa’s ice fishing season to early end

Ice fishing for winter 2026 is rapidly coming to an end in Iowa, including at traditional late season lakes across the far north part of the state.

Display Date
February 18, 2026
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Water Quality
News Release

Iowa DNR seeks public input on roadmap for water quality improvements

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking comment on the draft Integrated Report on water quality, initiating a 30-day public comment period.

Display Date
February 17, 2026
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News - Featured
Forestry
News Release

Unseasonably warm February may cause temporary leaf damage on red maple trees

Unseasonably warm temperatures across Iowa this February have triggered early bud development on red maples and red maple hybrids.

Display Date
February 17, 2026
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DNR Logo, white text on green circle.
State Forest Nursery
News Release

Add spring color to your yard with quality native Iowa seedlings 2026

The Iowa DNR State Forest Nursery offers spring delivery in April and May for high-quality, well-adapted and affordable hardwood, conifer and shrub seedlings.

Display Date
February 17, 2026
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Iowa State Forest Nursery seedlings
Fishing
News Release

Ice fishing shelters must be removed by March 1

Ice fishing shelters, left unattended, must be removed from state-owned lands and waters, including parking lots and boat ramps by before ice melt or March 1.

Display Date
February 17, 2026
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