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CAST LEAD participants and chairs
The College of Applied Science and Technology (CAST) has launched a new leadership program focused on supporting emerging faculty leaders in their walk toward successful leadership.  

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ISU Freight Farm

Vertical Farm at ISU

The Vertical Farm at ISU will use a repurposed shipping container with an enclosed, controlled environment for growing plants year-round.

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University Farm Compost

Loading compost Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Price: $40 per ton / $25 for smaller loads. No appointment necessary.
Loading by tall blue silos Contact - Jason Lindbom, Farm Manager at (309) 438-0288.
There is a call list on the front door of the main office if Jason is unavailable.