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September 30, 2011 07:51 AM
Yard and Garden: Blooms at Christmas
Richard Jauron

Several popular potted plants will bloom, if cared for properly, during the Christmas season. Iowa State University Extension horticulturists explain the steps to take from early October through November to ensure blooms in December.

September 29, 2011 08:46 AM
Extension Provides Educational Resources beyond Iowa Borders
Cynthia Needles Fletcher

In 2011 Ernst & Young began partnering with Biz Kid$, a national financial education television series about kids, money and business, to provide educational materials for its EY Connect Day program. Soon a search for kid-focused budgeting activities led Biz Kid$ to Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.

September 28, 2011 01:27 PM
Producers Are Encouraged to Monitor Grain This Fall
Matt Swantek

As harvest begins around the state, farmers are encouraged to be aware of the potential for development of molds and fungus in corn.

September 27, 2011 03:26 PM
Extension Team Takes Turtles, Maple Syrup and Fishing Skills to Clay County Fair
Allen Pattillo

Members of the Iowa State University Natural Resource Ecology and Management Extension and Outreach team visited the Clay County Fair, showing off maple syrup production, Blanding's turtles and fishing skills.

September 27, 2011 01:24 PM
Use Caution When Pumping Manure From Deep-pits
Shawn Shouse

Last week another swine barn explosion left one person critically injured.  At this time, exact details of the incident are unknown. However, agricultural engineers from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach urge all livestock producers and commercial manure applicators to use extreme caution when pumping manure.

September 27, 2011 07:53 AM
Master Equine Manager Training Begins Oct. 6, Enroll Now
Peggy Miller-Auwerda

Horse enthusiasts who are interested in learning more about equine science, care and training, and who are willing to share their knowledge and skills with others can enroll now for Master Equine Manager, Level One.

September 23, 2011 08:15 AM
Make a Difference Day Oct. 8 at the Iowa 4-H Center
Abbie Parker

The Iowa 4-H Center is hosting its annual Make a Difference Day Oct. 8 from 9 a.m. to 3p.m. The volunteer day for adults and youth will be held rain or shine.

September 22, 2011 02:18 PM
‘Dogs, Frogs and Nature Songs’ Children’s CD Released
Carol Brown

A new children’s music CD from Iowa Learning Farms, “Dogs, Frogs and Nature Songs,” has just been released. The CD, with 21 songs about nature, conservation and learning, was composed, arranged and performed by Ames and Story County residents who comprise the group Joyful Hearts.

September 22, 2011 02:11 PM
Yard and Garden: Over-wintering Bulbs
Richard Jauron

Perennials such as tuberous begonias, gladioli, cannas and dahlias will not survive our harsh winter weather outdoors and must be dug in the fall and stored indoors through the winter months.

September 22, 2011 08:27 AM
New Face for Family Finance at ISU Extension
Timothy Griesdorn

Timothy Griesdorn is the newest addition to the family finance team at Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.