The 2009 Bio eConference—“Growing the Bioeconomy: Solutions for Sustainability”
(Posted on 11/17/2009)
The Biobased Industry Outlook Conferences provide a great opportunity for media representatives to cover a growing industry in the Midwest and the nation. Experts, government representatives, venture capitalists, and others will be presenting breakthroughs in the bioeconomy during the one-day event.

Families Can Build Strengths, Cope with Stress during Tough Times
(Posted on 10/18/2009)
Stress can pull family members apart just when they need each other the most. Donna K. Donald, family life program specialists offers ideas to strengthen families during these tough times of layoffs, state budget cuts and the overall economic uncertainty.

The First Frost of Autumn Questions
(Posted on 10/5/2009)
The first frost of the autumn generally brings a flurry of forage related questions. These questions usually center on three general topics: toxic prussic acid potential and management of frosted sudangrass and sorghum sudangrass hybrids; is frosted alfalfa toxic to grazing animals; and now that we've had frost, should I harvest the last alfalfa cutting?

Current Agronomy News-Updated Hay Prices-Mid to Late September 2009
(Posted on 10/4/2009)
Would you like to keep track of the current hay prices? These are hay prices paid at auction in the recent past weeks.

In Over Your Head Life-Saving Strategies for Financial Crisis
(Posted on 9/18/2009)
A new publication shares tips for dealing with creditors, when to seek professional help and how to develop a self-directed repayment plan to reduce debts.

Stopping the Spread of Germs at Work
(Posted on 9/18/2009)
How to help stop the spread of germs!

Local Decisions Will Drive ISU Extension Programming in Region 19
(Posted on 9/3/2009)
Sue Henderson was selected as the regional extension edcuation director for Region 19 which includes Wayne County.

ISU Extension offers High Tunnels Workshops
(Posted on 9/3/2009)
Can you envision enjoying fresh, locally-grown fruits and vegetables for six months rather than three?

2009 Iowa Farm Custom Rate Survey
(Posted on 3/13/2009)
Just Released...2009 Iowa Farm Custom Rate Survey. The newly revised edition of the Custom Rate Survey has just been released. This is one of the most popular ISU extension publications for Iowa farmers, land owners, custom operators and farm managers.

Wayne County 4H Newsletter-November
(Posted on 12/23/2008)