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Forestry
News Release

Landowner adds trees and shrubs to enhance, diversify Allamakee County century farm

Sandy Koehring was cautious when making changes to the family farm.

Display Date
August 29, 2023
Forestry
Wildlife Management Areas
Events & Public Meetings

Idlewild Wildlife Area forest management plan topic of Sept. 21 open house

The DNR is holding an open house for the neighbors of Idlewild Wildlife Area and others interested in the public area to discuss forest management plans.

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August 28, 2023
Forestry
News Release

Grant funds available for communities impacted by emerald ash borer

The Iowa DNR received Emerald Ash Borer Reforestation funds through a grant with the USDA Forest Service and National Association of State Foresters.

Display Date
June 27, 2023
Forestry
News Release

Help protect Iowa’s forests - leave firewood at home

Thousands of Iowans will be camping and building campfires this Memorial Day weekend and throughout the summer.

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May 23, 2023
Forestry
News Release

Celebrate Iowa trees throughout the year

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.

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April 25, 2023
Forestry
News Release

Urban Forestry awards recognize local dedication to trees and outreach, 2023

Every year the Urban Forestry Awards luncheon recognizes cities, college campuses and utilities that demonstrate dedication to the importance of trees.

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April 11, 2023
Forestry
News Release

Time to stop pruning oak trees

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) suggests finishing pruning oak trees by the end of the second week in March to prevent the spread of oak wilt.

Display Date
March 7, 2023
Forestry
News Release

Trees for Kids grant applications due March 3

The popular Trees for Kids grant program is accepting applications through March 3.

Display Date
February 7, 2023
Forestry
Recycling
News Release

How to properly dispose of Christmas trees

If there are more pine needles on the floor than on the tree, it might be time to think about disposing of the Christmas tree.

Display Date
January 5, 2023

Urban Forestry Management Plans

Forestry

Urban Forestry

The Iowa DNR conducts tree inventories and management plans for small communities to help manage and maintain their community forests effectively.

Forestry

Spotted Lanternfly

Learn how to identify and manage this invasive plant hopper.

Forestry

Invasive Plants

This guide highlights 19 invasive trees, shrubs, and plants, and includes techniques for controlling each species.

Forestry

Forestry Resources

Discover how the Iowa DNR works to help Iowans expand and care for the state's roughly 3 million acres of trees and forests.

Forestry

Woodland Wildflowers & Reports

Explore Iowa's diverse, seasonal wildflowers through these resources and activities.

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Woodland wildflowers

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