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June 2, 2011 10:28 AM
Explore Strip-tillage at Webster City Open House on June 14
John Lundvall

With today’s high fuel prices, cash rents and land costs, there has never been a better time to explore reduced tillage options. Visit the Van Diest farm to see how strip-tillage works and learn from a local farmer who is experienced with this practice.

June 1, 2011 11:58 AM
Centerville Community Working Hard on Community Garden
Judy McCarthy

Students celebrated Global Youth Service Day in April, but the spirit continues on in Centerville where the AmeriCorps program has teamed up with the community to work on a community garden. The project began on April 15 and will continue until Sept. 11.

June 1, 2011 08:36 AM
Science of Parenting: Good Parenting
Douglas Gentile

Effective parenting is more than good intentions. Iowa State University Extension examines how parenting style makes a difference in rearing responsible, competent children in this month’s Science of Parenting radio program podcast.