18 – Understanding Iowa’s Emerging Water Crisis
At a Glance
Time
Three weeks:
Wednesday, Jan. 21 – Feb. 4, 2026
1 – 2:30 p.m. CT
Cost
$50.00
Location
Online with Zoom
Class limit 25
Course Description
Iowa’s incredible soil and abundant water resources have made it one of the most important agricultural regions in the world. But now, almost every day we are met with stories about environmental and public health problems caused by pollution in our waterways, from lawn watering bans to massive fish kills to weekly advisories not to swim. This course will examine the agricultural contributions to Iowa’s water challenges as well as ideas for addressing these challenges.
Instructor
Adam Shriver, Director of Wellness and Nutrition at the Harkin Institute, focuses on sustainable agriculture’s impact on water quality. He promotes farming practices that protect soil and water health, supporting public wellness. Holding a Ph.D. from Washington University, he’s held fellowships at Penn, UBC, and Oxford in ethics and food systems.