Alternative, renewable energy: a long-running role for the Leopold Center ; Fairfield dairy couple to receive 2009 Spencer Award ; Keys to success for Radiance Dairy: Using nature as model and guide ; Director: How does the Leopold Center remain relevant to Iowa agriculture? ; Kirschenmann: Can we afford the future? ; Project seeks winning combo for DDGs, grazing operations ; Guest Column: The Bioeconomy: New technology from an old idea ; Learning community workshop shines national spotlight on Leopold Center, Iowa partners ; Finding sustainable weed control for Iowa vineyards ; Four finalists named in Leopold Center director search ; Leopold Center develops two new local food resources ; Partnership launches campaign to help farmers save time, money and soil ; News & Notes ; Meeting Highlights