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

ISU Extension Offers Tips for Users of Geographic Information Systems on International GIS Day
(Posted on 11/18/2009)
Observance of International Geographic Information Systems Day highlights resources available from ISU Extension for users of GIS computer software.
Implementation of Food & Fitness Community Action Plan Awarded Grant
(Posted on 11/17/2009)
Northeast Iowa group receives funding to continue promoting healthy, locally grown food and abundant opportunities for physical activity and play.
Conference Will Focus on Agriculture-based Bioeconomy Solutions
(Posted on 11/16/2009)
Bioeconomy e-conferenceJames E Lovelock, called by some the paramedic to the planet, will offer the benefits of biochar as the first solution to greenhouse gases during his keynote address at the start of the conference.
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.

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