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Iowa Schools Increase Local Food Purchases through New Grant Program

January 18, 2024, 12:21 pm | Teresa Wiemerslage

The “Local Food for Schools Progress Report,” released by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, noted that 135 schools in 69 counties received funds from the program in the 2022-23 school year, resulting in $644,931 of food purchases from local farms and businesses. 

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Data Science for the Public Good Summer 2024 Program Opens Applications for Aspiring Innovators

January 16, 2024, 11:02 am | Esther Crompton , Christopher Seeger

Iowa State University's Data Science for the Public Good program is accepting applications for its Summer 2024 Young Scholars Program. Undergraduate and graduate students from all disciplines who possess quantitative and analytical skills and a passion for applying data science to societal challenges are encouraged to apply by Feb. 29.

Registration Open for MPI's 2024 Virtual Winter Session

January 11, 2024, 4:22 pm | Esther Crompton , Sara Shonrock

The Iowa Municipal Professional Institute’s 2024 Winter Session, an online event Feb. 7-9, offers municipal employees an opportunity for professional advancement and certification. It's hosted by the Community and Economic Development unit of Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.

Forage and Grassland Council Conference Set for Feb. 6

January 10, 2024, 12:50 pm | Sherry Hoyer

Learn about the latest in forages and grassland management during the Forage and Grassland Council conference. Specialists with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will present, along with other industry experts.

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Soil Fertility Workshop to Be Held in Stanhope on Feb. 7

January 10, 2024, 9:41 am | Angela Rieck-Hinz

A soil fertility workshop will be held in Stanhope on Feb. 7, with insight on profitable management of soil fertility. Agronomists with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will lead farmers through the basics of soil testing, analytical tests, calculating crop nutrient removal and more.

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Southwest Iowa Calving Clinic set for Jan. 23

January 9, 2024, 9:03 am | Sherry Hoyer, Erika Lundy-Woolfolk

Beef specialists with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will hold a calving clinic Jan. 23 at St. Peter's Catholic Church Parish Hall, in Defiance.

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What to Expect after a Mass Shooting

January 8, 2024, 8:41 am | David Brown

People of all ages have been affected by the news and social media information about last week’s school shooting in Iowa. Their reactions may include grief, sadness, trouble sleeping and difficulty concentrating on schoolwork or home responsibilities, according to David Brown, behavioral health state specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.

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Grant Writing Workshop and Boot Camp Opportunities Coming Up

January 4, 2024, 1:24 pm | Esther Crompton , Lindsay Henderson

Representatives from nonprofits, government entities and school districts are encouraged to enroll in two upcoming grant-related events: the Virtual Grant Writing 101 Workshop and the Grant Proposal Boot Camp. The events, hosted by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, will benefit new and seasoned grant writers.

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