Community Economic Development Information

Local News

Fall 2009 Commercial Pesticide Training
(Posted on 9/1/2009)

Aronia Berry

Aronia Berry Industry
(Posted on 4/20/2009)
The Rural Development Resource Center is offering a free business plan writing workshop to assist anyone considering getting into the Aronia Berry Industry

News from Iowa State University Extension

Iowans Say Changes Due to Recession and Community Education Are Permanent
(Posted on 10/30/2009)
Iowans are making spending changes during the recession that may become permanent, according to a recent national poll. At the same time they are willing to help people who are struggling, as exemplified in Iowa's Horizons communities.
Recession Weary Iowans Taking Action to Reduce Poverty
(Posted on 10/20/2009)
Iowans are willing to help others in their community during these difficult economic times, according to a recent national poll. Find out how some Iowa communities are taking action.
Study Measures Significance of Agriculture to Iowa Economy
(Posted on 10/16/2009)
As harvest takes place it is appropriate to note agriculture's impact not only on the the landscape, but on Iowa's economy. County by county economic impacts are available.

Staff

Matt Deppe-Regional Extension Education Director
Phone: 712-243-1132
Fax: 712-243-1133
Email: mdeppe@iastate.edu

Steve Adams-Community Development Specialist
Phone: 712-623-5521
Fax:
Email: stadams@iastate.edu

Resources from ISU Extension

  • Cass County Extension
    805 West 10th Street
  • Atlantic, IA 50022
  • 712-243-1132
  • xcass@iastate.edu