Farmers Market Nutrition Program 2020 Webinar Trainings Set
ISU Extension and Outreach county offices will host the Farmers Market Nutrition Program 2020 webinar training for new and returning farmers market vendors March 26 and April 15.
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Recent News
Iowa Still Leads Nation in Egg Production, but Some Challenges Remain
An egg industry report shows how Iowa leads the nation and key challenges ahead. The Iowa State University Extension and Outreach publication explains the importance of Iowa’s $1.33 billion egg industry.
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Soil Fertility Workshop Will Help Producers Maximize Profitability
Learn to interpret soil tests and make better fertilizer decisions for row crops and forages during a soil fertility workshop March 17 at the ISU Extension and Outreach Harrison County office.
10-Year Study Shows Corn, Soybean Yields Not Affected by Cover Crops
View the final results of a 10-year, field-scale study of the effects of winter rye cover crops on corn and soybean yields from Iowa Learning Farms and Practical Farmers of Iowa.
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4-H Members Talk Issues with Iowa Legislators during Legislative Day
t’s not every day that Iowa teenagers can talk one-on-one with their state legislators. That’s one of the reasons 128 4-H youth from across Iowa participated in the Iowa Extension Council Association and 4-H Legislative Day.
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Calving Clinic Set for March 12 in Marshalltown
Cattle producers are invited to attend a calving clinic March 12 at the Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Marshall County office. The program will offer valuable information about calving, health and nutrition.
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Crop Scout School to be Offered for Growers and Beginners
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will offer a crop scout school on March 27 at the ISU Northeast Research and Demonstration Farm near Nashua.
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Iowa Learning Farms to Hold Webinar on Climate Action
March 18 webinar will discuss ways farmers can take action to address climate change.
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Master Gardener Training Offered This Fall
Become a Master Gardener by completing the training requirements this fall.
Build Skills with Strengthening Families Program: For Parents and Youth 10-14
As their children approach and reach middle-school-age, parents may want to be more protective while their children may want more independence. The Strengthening Families Program: For Parents and Youth 10-14 (SFP 10-14) helps family members learn ways to connect with one another and develop positive communication skills.
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Winter Webinar to Focus on Pasture and Forage Management
The Winter Cow Webinar series, from the Iowa Beef Center, will conclude March 10 with a session on pasture and forage management.
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Pork Quality Assurance Advisor Certification Available March 20
Take advantage of this upcoming Pork Quality Assurance Plus 4.0 advisor certification opportunity.
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Yard and Garden: Start Onions the Right Way
Onions are fairly easy to grow and take up little space, but you need to get them off to the right start. Follow the recommendations of Iowa State University horticulture specialists for successful onion growing.
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Read, Watch or Listen to Important Options on Risk Management
Learn about risk management options with these articles and accompanying videos from Ag Decision Maker.
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Learn about Cover Crops, Soil Health at March 18 Field Day
Producers can learn more about cover crops at field day in Clinton County.
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A Place of Your Own: Homebuyer Online Course Gets a Makeover
No matter how exciting the prospect of owning a home can be, the process of buying a home can be daunting. “A Place of Your Own,” an online home buyer education course from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, helps Iowans be savvy consumers as they navigate this big purchase.
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Cover Crop Field Day Is March 17 near Indianola
Learn about the many benefits of planting cover crops at this field day hosted by Iowa Learning Farms, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, Warren County Soil and Water Conservation District and NRCS.
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Women in Agriculture Conference to Be Held in Washington, Iowa
The fourth annual Women in Agriculture Conference will be held March 28 in southeast Iowa.
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Dairy Design Workshops to Be Held This Spring
Three dairy workshops will focus on design and ventilation of calf and heifer facilities. Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is offering the workshops March 27, March 31 and April 3.
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Dairy Beef Short Course to Focus on Carcasses and Animal Health
Learn about carcass quality and animal health at the I-29 Moo University Dairy Beef Short Course, March 24 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
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Track Your Small Farm Marketing Costs with This Toolkit
Learn how to track the true cost of marketing specialty crops with this helpful toolkit from the Farm, Food and Enterprise Development Program at Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.
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Water Rocks! Brings Soil and Water Education to Story County High Schools
The Water Rocks! program has launched a new education module for high school students at two Story County schools.
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Yard and Garden: Diagnosing Problems When Growing Transplants Indoors
Home gardeners can learn to overcome some of the problems encountered when starting transplants indoors. Get tips from horticulture specialists with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.
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Southeast Iowa Agricultural Research Association Plans Annual Meeting
Farmers and crop advisers will get an update on the market situation, grain storage, and safety and sustainability in agriculture during the Southeast Iowa Agricultural Research Association annual meeting March 5 in Iowa City.
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Growing Together Mini-Grants Awarded to 29 Iowa Projects
Twenty-nine county projects will receive Growing Together Mini-Grants through Iowa State University Extension and Outreach’s SNAP-Education. The gardening projects are intended to increase food security and food access across Iowa.
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