Agriculture: Food and Jobs
(Posted on 10/15/2009)
Iowa agriculture puts healthy, affordable food choices on the table of today’s consumers and it boosts county and state economies, according to a recently-completed economic analysis sponsored by the Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers (CSIF). Production agriculture and ag-related industries directly and indirectly employ one of every six Iowans (or 17 percent of the state’s workforce), based on 2007 Census of Agriculture data. Check out the impact of agriculture in Adair County.

Talk Turkey
(Posted on 7/9/2009)
November is time to "Talk Turkey". According to Barb Fuller, Nutrition and Health Program Specialist, plan to enjoy the traditional Holiday turkey.

An Apple a Day
(Posted on 7/8/2009)
Does an apple a day, keep the doctor away? A medium sized apple has less than a 100 calories and is a good source of antioxidants. According to Barb Fuller, ISU Nutrition and Health Program Specialist, apples are also a great source of fiber and are easy to store.

Stretching Food Dollars
(Posted on 8/8/2008)
Food prices are increasing. Here are some tips to save money at the grocery store.

Time for a Fruit & Vegetable Check Up?
(Posted on 4/3/2008)
Spring is here and it's time to start thinking about planting a garden and all the wonderful fresh produce that will be available. But before then, are you eating enough fruits and vegetables?

Impact Stories
(Posted on 10/2/2006)

Adair County Community Directory
(Posted on 9/28/2006)
Check-out the new community directory. The Adair County Community Directory has been updated with important information from Child Care to a listing of Important Phone Numbers that everyone should have at easy reach.

Family Focus - Nutrition and Health
(Posted on 4/19/2005)
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