Tallgrass Prairie Center

The Tallgrass Prairie Center, located in Cedar Falls, Iowa, is a leading authority on tallgrass prairie restoration and native plant materials. Affiliated with the University of Northern Iowa, the center empowers communities, farmers, and conservation practitioners to value and restore resilient, diverse tallgrass prairie ecosystems. With expertise spanning roadside management, native seed development, prairie restoration techniques, and on-farm conservation practices, the Tallgrass Prairie Center provides comprehensive resources and education for ecological restoration across Iowa and beyond. Their work combines heritage conservation with innovative research, offering practical solutions for landowners seeking to implement prairie as a multifunctional conservation practice.