Local Schools Participate in Nutrition Program
(Posted on 11/25/2009)
Students in four area school districts are learning how to make the healthy choice the easy choice. They are participating in the BASICS Nutrition Program.

W.K. Kellogg Foundation Announces Grant to Implement Food & Fitness Community Action Plan
(Posted on 11/19/2009)
The W.K. Kellogg Foundation announced November 16 it is continuing its investment in the Northeast Food & Fitness Initiative. With the award of $1.2 million over three years, the initiative now moves from the planning phase to implementation.

Tri-State Beef Day set for December 17
(Posted on 11/18/2009)
Local beef producers will have the opportunity to receive the latest beef industry information at the 2009 Tri-State Beef Day on December 17. The meeting will be offered at two different times and locations.

Leaving Corn Stand Through Winter is a Tough Decision
(Posted on 11/13/2009)
With lots of corn still standing in very wet fields and carrying a high moisture content maybe leaving the corn in the field is something to consider.

Corn Mold and Mycotoxin Issues Showing Up in More Iowa Fields
(Posted on 11/9/2009)
Moldy corn on ears being harvested this fall could cause problems if grain isn't dried and stored properly. Find out what you can do if you find mold in your fields.

Northeast Iowa Food & Fitness Initiative Releases New Video
(Posted on 11/6/2009)
We are on the ground floor to improve the policies, practices, and systems that determine how food arrives on our tables and how our communities can grow opportunities for physical activity for all. Click here to watch the newest video about our work.

4-H and FFA Market Beef Weigh-in
(Posted on 11/2/2009)
4-H and FFA members weigh in your market steers and heifers for the 2010 Allamakee County Fair.

Free Copies of 2010 Nutrition Calendar Available
(Posted on 10/23/2009)
“Healthy Homemade” is the theme of a new full-color calendar offered by Iowa State University Extension. Each month features an easy-to-prepare recipe plus menu ideas and an activity tip. Click here to see how you can get your free copy.

Join the Allamakee County 4-H Circle of Friends
(Posted on 12/30/2008)
The Allamakee County 4-H Circle of Friends fund was started in 2002 to secure funding and support of the Allamakee County 4-H program all year long.

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