Research can take many forms and lead to many different outcomes. The ultimate goal is sustainability – for the landscape, Iowa’s people and natural resources. Below is a list of intermediate outcomes of Leopold Center-supported projects, partnerships and activities. Included are extension publications, in-house research projects, informative presentations and other reports – all with some link to the Leopold Center.
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These materials were written, reviewed or presented by Leopold Center staff. All other materials are related or based on projects supported by the Leopold Center.
| Title | Date | Link |
|---|---|---|
| The Agriculture-Public Health Connection | October 2007 | Link | PDF |
The Current State of Regional Food System Work in Iowa |
March 2012 | Link | PDF |
The Economic Impact of Fruit and Vegetable Production in Southwest Iowa Considering Local and Nearby Metropolitan Markets |
January 2010 | Link | PDF |
The Economic Impacts of Increased Fruit and Vegetable Production and Consumption in Iowa: Phase II |
May 2006 | Link | PDF |
| The Farm as Natural Habitat | October 2005 | Link | PDF |
| The Impact and Benefits of USDA Research and Grant Programs to Enhance Mid-size Farm Profitability and Rural Community Success | August 2006 | Link | PDF |
| The Landowner's Guide to Sustainable Farm Leasing | August 2010 | Link | PDF |
The Long-Term Agroecological Research (LTAR) Experiment |
August 2012 | Link | PDF |
The Pleasure of Good Eating |
February 2006 | Link | PDF |
| The Role of Collaborative Community Supported Agriculture: Lessons from Iowa | September 2006 | Link | PDF |
The United States Pork Niche Market Phenomenon |
August 2006 | Link | PDF |
| Tillage Options After CRP | February 2006 | Link | PDF |
| Transaction Cost Case Studies for Six Iowa Food Producers | June 2007 | Link | PDF |