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Iowa Department of Natural Resources Press Releases

2,122 Press Releases
  • Published on June 2, 2026 - 21:57 GMT

    Proven Projects, Growing Opportunities: REAP Projects in Action

    Iowa’s premier funding program for outdoor recreation, conservation and historic preservation will be the focus of 19 meetings across the state, where Iowans can share ideas and visions for their county and communities. Established in 1989, the Resource …

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  • Published on June 2, 2026 - 21:57 GMT

    Help slow the spread of invasive species in your community

    Invasive species, like emerald ash borer, Asian longhorned beetle, spongy moth and oriental bittersweet pose a serious threat to Iowa’s forests. They can destroy native trees, crowd out native plants, and reduce the healthy habitats that support Iowa’s …

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  • Published on June 2, 2026 - 21:57 GMT

    Grants available for forestry plans and programs in Iowa communities this fall

    Through the USDA Forest Service Inflation Reduction Act, the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is a pass-through partner for the Urban Forestry Development grants for communities. The Urban Forestry Development Grant provides reimbursable grants …

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  • Published on June 2, 2026 - 02:44 GMT

    Acoustic Monitoring Survey for Iowa's Nine Bat Species

    The Iowa Department of Natural Resources and Iowa State University are looking for volunteers interested in performing night time surveys for bats in several Iowa counties: Benton/Linn Boone Dubuque Mahaska Sac/Calhoun Sioux he survey monitors bat …

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  • Published on May 29, 2026 - 23:17 GMT

    [Jun 4] Park Manager (State Park Manager)

    The Iowa Department of Natural Resources seeks a motivated natural resource professional to serve as the next Park Manager at Gull Point State Park. If you are looking for a career where no two days are the same, where your work directly impacts Iowa’s …

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  • Published on May 28, 2026 - 19:30 GMT

    Air quality permits for review, published 05/28/2026

    DES MOINES – The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review. The permits help protect Iowans’ health and the air where we live. DNR’s permitting staff review the applications to ensure facilities comply with state and federal air …

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  • Published on May 28, 2026 - 19:30 GMT

    Boat traffic increases with summer heat - stay alert

    DES MOINES – Iowa waters are starting to get busy as summer heat entices many to local beaches, rivers and lakes to cool off and have some fun. With the peak of the boating season only a few weeks away, remember to stay alert and keep safety in mind every …

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  • Published on May 26, 2026 - 22:43 GMT

    Iowa’s Scholastic Clay Target Program crowns International Skeet champions

    The Scholastic Clay Target Program held the International Skeet Championship event this past weekend at the Mahaska County Izaak Walton League, near Oskaloosa. International skeet, also known as Olympic skeet, is more unpredictable and challenging than …

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  • Published on February 13, 2025 - 19:58 GMT

    DNR enforcement actions, published 02/13/2025

    DES MOINES – DNR staff work with individuals, businesses and communities to help them protect our natural resources by complying with state and federal laws. This approach is very effective. In the few cases where compliance cannot be achieved, the DNR …

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  • Published on February 13, 2025 - 19:58 GMT

    Air quality permits for review, published 02/13/2025

    DES MOINES – The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review. The permits help protect Iowans’ health and the air where we live. DNR’s permitting staff review the applications to ensure facilities comply with state and federal air …

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  • Published on February 13, 2025 - 18:29 GMT

    Eighty five counties adopt Master Matrix

    DES MOINES -- Eighty five of Iowa's ninety nine counties adopted the livestock Master Matrix for the upcoming 12 months. Confinement sites who need a construction permit in those counties must meet additional requirements before they can build, modify …

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  • Published on February 13, 2025 - 17:06 GMT

    Manure Applicator Certification (MAC) Renewals due by March 1

    DES MOINES -- Certificates expire annually on March 1 for commercial manure applicators. Confinement site certificates are viable for three years ending on Dec. 31, with a two-month grace period for renewals. All applicators renewing certificates – …

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  • Published on February 13, 2025 - 17:05 GMT

    Iowa Phosphorus (P) Index Calculator update

    DES MOINES -- Manure management planners should note that the Iowa NRCS updated the Iowa Phosphorus (P) Index calculator in April of 2024.  This updated calculator must be used for any P Index updates to application fields contained in a manure management …

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  • Published on February 13, 2025 - 17:05 GMT

    Livestocks water quality conservation loans available

    DES MOINES -- The State Revolving Fund (SRF) offers conservation loans to landowners for installing water quality practices via Linked Deposit loan programs. Landowners can borrow up to $500,000 at a maximum interest rate of 3%. These loans can solely …

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  • Published on February 10, 2025 - 22:18 GMT

    Wastewater discharge reaches Saylor Creek in Polk County

    ANKENY - The Iowa Department of Natural Resources has been contacted regarding a wastewater discharge into Saylor Creek in Polk County.  The DNR Field Office in Des Moines was notified by the City of Ankeny of a bypass early Sunday morning at the lift …

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  • Published on February 7, 2025 - 00:52 GMT

    Water Summary Update: Drought conditions remain stable despite below-average rainfall

    DES MOINES – Despite below-normal precipitation in January, drought conditions remain stable across the state, according to the latest Water Summary Update.  January’s preliminary statewide precipitation was 0.32 inches, or 0.65 inches below normal. …

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  • Published on February 6, 2025 - 20:59 GMT

    Natural Resource Commission to Meet in Des Moines Feb. 12

    Des Moines – The Natural Resource Commission (NRC) of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will hold its monthly meeting on Feb. 12, beginning at 9:30 a.m., in the Lake Darling Conference Room, 6200 Park Avenue, in Des Moines. The meeting is open …

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  • Published on January 30, 2025 - 21:38 GMT

    DNR enforcement actions, published 1/30/2025

    DES MOINES – DNR staff work with individuals, businesses and communities to help them protect our natural resources by complying with state and federal laws. This approach is very effective. In the few cases where compliance cannot be achieved, the DNR …

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  • Published on January 30, 2025 - 21:38 GMT

    Air quality permits for review, published 1/30/2025

    DES MOINES – The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review. The permits help protect Iowans’ health and the air where we live. DNR’s permitting staff review the applications to ensure facilities comply with state and federal air …

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  • Published on January 30, 2025 - 19:11 GMT

    Ada Hayden Heritage Pond stocked with rainbow trout today

    AMES – The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) released over 1,600 rainbow trout this afternoon at Ada Hayden Heritage Park. The winter community trout stocking at Ada Hayden Heritage Park was previously scheduled for Feb. 8. Anglers 16 years and …

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