ANR News

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Vol. 10 - Special Edition

This electronic newsletter from Extension to Agriculture and Natural Resources will be sent on an occasional basis to ag field specialists and all CEEDs. It is intended to provide current information to its readers. Let us know of topics you would like addressed.

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IN THIS EDITION:

Reminder
Lamkey Named Interim Agronomy Department Chair
ISU Extension Master Equine Manager Program
Iowa Dairy Association Acquires Another
 
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REMINDER

The registration deadline for the Beginning Farmer Conference is January 27.  This conference is sponsored by the Beginning Farmer Network, an ISU club. The Extension Beginning Farmer Center helps provide leadership for the club.  For more information on the conference visit the Beginning Farmer Center web site at: www.extension.iastate.edu/bfc 

If you have any questions about the conference please contact Mike Duffy on campus at (515) 294-6160 or mduffy@iastate.edu. 

Remember the deadline is fast approaching!

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LAMKEY NAMED INTERIM AGRONOMY DEPARTMENT CHAIR

Kendall Lamkey, Iowa State professor of agronomy, will become interim chair of the Department of Agronomy effective Feb. 1. Lamkey's appointment will be for two years. Details: http://www.ag.iastate.edu/aginfo/news/2006releases/lamkey.html

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ISU EXTENSION MASTER EQUINE MANAGER PROGRAM

The Iowa State University Extension Master Equine Manager Program is a comprehensive educational experience that teaches the science of horse management along with riding and training concepts. The program combines discussion with hands-on experience in six core curriculum sessions and two optional interest specific sessions.  The target audience includes:

• Acreage owners with a few horses used for pleasure or trail-just wanting to learn a little more
• Horse enthusiasts who want to turn their hobby into a career in the horse industry Those currently employed in the horse industry who are looking for career advancement
• Managers, owners, employees of boarding and training facilities who want a more rounded, formal education
• Horse owners who are just crazy about horses and want to learn more!

For more information, please visit the newly created Master Equine Manager program web-site at http://www.ucs.iastate.edu/mnet/equine/home.html. It contains specifics about two new program offerings in eastern and western Iowa. 

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IOWA DAIRY ASSOCIATION ACQUIRES ANOTHER

Iowa State Dairy Association (ISDA) delegates approved the acquisition of Iowa Dairy Product Association at its annual meeting January 11. With the acquisition, ISDA will have two employees, and Iowa State alumni, working for Iowa's dairy producers. Erin Vagts, who earned a bachelor's degree in 2005 in public service and administration, will serve as executive secretary and industry relations manager. Norman Moklestad, who earned a bachelor's degree in 1952 in agricultural education, will be industry relations manager assistant.

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Publisher: Gerald Miller
Managing Editor: Paul Brown
Editor: Julie Honeick