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Pesticide Recertification Course Reschedule
(Posted on 1/23/2012)
The Private Pesticide Applicator Recertification that was cancelled January 20th, has been rescheduled for Monday, February 13, 2012; at 1:30 pm. The recertification will be held in Tama Hall at Hawkeye Communty College.

Spring 2012 Master Gardener
(Posted on 12/19/2011)

Fall 2011 Master Gardener and ProHort Class
(Posted on 8/25/2011)
ISU Black Hawk County Extension will be offering a Fall Master Gardener and ProHort class...

Preserve the Taste of Summer
(Posted on 8/10/2011)
Iowa State University Extension Nutrition and Health program specialists are eager to announce a new food preservation program, Preserve the Taste of Summer.

Master Gardener Answers Your Gardening Questions
(Posted on 8/2/2011)
Master Gardener Norman Lemmon is available to answer your gardening questions each Tuesday morning. Find out how to contact him...

Community Garden Growing Fast
(Posted on 7/19/2011)
Bridget Saffold is proud of the bounty her garden is producing. See why...

Pesticide Applicator Testing Changes
(Posted on 7/12/2011)
The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS) is transitioning private and commercial pesticide applicator certification testing from the Wallace Building in Des Moines to the Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC) campus in Ankeny. All private and commercial pesticide applicator exams will be available at DMACC starting March 28, 2011. Certification exams will still be offered at the Wallace Building until July 1, 2011. Click here for more information!

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What's Bugging You Today?
(Posted on 6/29/2010)
What sorts of insect problems are you experiencing in your home and yard? Helpful information is available!

News from Iowa State University Extension
Morel Mushroom Certification Workshops Scheduled for March and April
(Posted on 2/9/2012)
Individuals who would like to be able to sell morel mushrooms legally within the state of Iowa can take a three-hour certification workshop in March or April. Workshops are being offered at several locations across the state.
Yard and Garden: Starting Seedlings
(Posted on 2/9/2012)
ISU Extension and Outreach horticulturists share information about starting flower and vegetable seedlings indoors. Learn how to avoid spindly, collapsed or yellow-green seedlings and minimize mold on peat pots.
Yard and Garden: Tomatoes
(Posted on 2/2/2012)
Home gardeners can chose from a variety of sizes, shapes and colors when growing tomato plants. ISU Extension horticulturists share information about tomato varieties that growers can use in selecting tomatoes.
New Plant Hardiness Zone Map Has Iowa in Zone 5
(Posted on 1/27/2012)
The U.S. Department of Agriculture released the new version of the plant hardiness zone map this week — the first update since 1990. Much of Iowa now is considered Zone 5.
Yard and Garden: Vegetable Seeds
(Posted on 1/26/2012)
Selecting seeds is one of the first steps in planting a home garden – along with preparing the seedbed and deciding when to plant. Iowa State University Extension and Outreach horticulturists share information that will guide gardeners as they select vegetable seeds.
Yard and Garden: Cherry Trees
(Posted on 1/19/2012)
Cherry trees can be grown in Iowa, though some are not reliably hardy in all parts of Iowa. The trees produce beautiful white flowers in early spring and are a popular choice for edible landscapes. ISU Extension and Outreach horticulturists tell how to select and plant cherry trees in Iowa.
Yard and Garden: Gooseberries, Currants and Jostaberries
(Posted on 1/13/2012)
Home gardeners who like a tart tasting berry or just want to grow a not-so-ordinary berry might consider planting gooseberries, currants or jostaberries. ISU Extension horticulturists tell how to select and plant these berries.
Conference to Cover Production and Marketing of Fruits and Vegetables
(Posted on 1/11/2012)
The Iowa Fruit and Vegetable Growers Annual Conference will be held Jan. 27-28 at the FFA Enrichment Center in Ankeny.
Yard and Garden: Grow Plants from Fruit
(Posted on 1/5/2012)
Mothers often remind children not to play with their food, but kids and houseplant enthusiasts may find it interesting and fun to start plants from the seeds and leaves of fruit.
Research Looks at Strategies to Grow Late Season Vegetables
(Posted on 1/5/2012)
Research is evaluating a couple of strategies that may extend the growing season for vegetable growers.

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Staff

Tammy Schnock - Horticulture Assistant/Greenhouse Manager
Phone: 319-433-2516
Fax: 319-433-2548
Email: schnockt@iastate.edu

Bryan Foster - Consumer Horticulturist
Phone: 319-433-2516
Fax: 319-433-2548
Email: fosterbd@iastate.edu

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