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July 25, 2011 02:53 PM
2011-2012 4-H Technology Team Announced
Jay Staker

Sixteen Iowa teens are beginning their terms as members of the Iowa 4-H Technology Team. They were recognized during the 4-H Youth Conference June 30.

July 22, 2011 11:03 AM
White House Rural Champions of Change Are ISU Extension Partners
Madeline Schultz

Ruth Hambleton, founder of Annie's Project, and Linda Barnes, creator of the Entrepreneurial and Diversified Agriculture program were named Rural Champions of Change by the White House. Both innovative educators partner with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.

July 22, 2011 10:34 AM
Yard and Garden: Lawn, Annual and Garden Care in Hot Weather
Richard Jauron

Iowa State University Extension specialists offer tips for taking care of your lawn, annuals and garden in hot weather in this week's yard and garden column. 

July 21, 2011 04:19 PM
Begin Scouting for Sudden Death Syndrome in Soybeans
Alison Robertson

The first symptoms of the disease are usually found on more compacted and low areas of the field and seen on the leaves of infected plants as scattered, yellow spots between leaf veins.

July 21, 2011 11:27 AM
ISU Extension Support for Those Dealing with Flooding
Ruth Wilcox

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is working with local agencies, media and local businesses to provide resources to families, communities and businesses dealing with the flooding in western Iowa.

July 20, 2011 01:07 PM
2011 Bratney 4-H Robotics Challenge Teams Named
Erin Fosselman

The 2011 Bratney Companies 4-H Robotics Challenge teams have been chosen. Thirteen teams of Iowa youths are gearing up to compete at the Iowa State Fair.

July 20, 2011 12:15 PM
2011 4-H Film Festival Entries Are In
Erin Fosselman

Thirteen films by Iowa teens and preteens will compete at the 2011 4-H Film Festival during the Iowa State Fair.

July 20, 2011 12:07 PM
Weather-related Livestock Losses May Qualify for Indemnity Program
Denise Schwab

Producers who have lost livestock from the recent wind storms or heat may be eligible for payment through the Livestock Indemnity Program.

July 20, 2011 11:35 AM
2011-2012 Iowa 4-H Youth Council Members Announced
Brenda Allen

Forty Iowa teens are beginning their terms as members of the Iowa 4-H Youth Council. They were inducted during the closing ceremonies of the 2011 Iowa 4-H Youth Conference June 30.

July 18, 2011 01:50 AM
Youth Learn to Aim for their Own Adventures at 4-H Youth Conference
Brenda Allen

Youth and adults “aimed for adventure” and found it at the 2011 Iowa 4-H Youth Conference. This year 849 people participated in the June 28-30 conference on the Iowa State University campus.