Field Extension Education Laboratory (FEEL)

Providing hands-on diagnostic training for crop production and protection professionals since 1987.

The Field Extension Education Laboratory, or FEEL, is a 43-acre teaching and demonstration facility dedicated to providing a hands-on learning experience for crop production professionals. This facility is used solely for demonstration projects used in a variety of programs held throughout the summer months. In these plots we can show a wide range of management problems, solutions, and diagnostic challenges. We make the mistakes on these plots so you won't in the future!

FEEL is maintained by a full-time staff and clinics and programs are taught by Iowa State University staff and faculty and invited specialists from other institutions and industry. Modern, air-conditioned classroom facilities complement the in-field sessions, all of which are within walking distance.

Read about our new clinic offerings for 2009.

Program features

• Each of the instructors at FEEL is a subject-matter specialist familiar with crops, soils, or pest problems throughout Iowa.
• Small classes offer each participant ample opportunity for discussion with instructors.
• Participants sharpen troubleshooting skills and evaluate management strategies through direct experience with actual crop problems.
• FEEL's clinics will help you become technically strong in all areas of crop production and protection - not just in your specialty.

2009 Schedule

July 13-14 - Field Diagnostic Clinic

July 15-16 - Crop Management Clinic

September 2 - Alfalfa Management Clinic

September 3 - Corn Disease Diagnostics and Management

September - Soils Clinic (date announced soon)