Look for ISU Extension’s CY-Riders on RAGBRAI
(Posted on 7/18/2008)
Look for ISU Extension's CY-Riders along the RAGBRAI route or follow them virtually, via the team Web site.

Communities Have Land Use Planning Issues after 2008 Floods
(Posted on 7/17/2008)
Iowa communities have land use planning issues to deal with as they prepare for life after the floods of 2008.Iowa State University (ISU) experts answer questions about floodplains, zoning and other flood recovery issues.

ISU Extension Audio: CIRAS Flood Survey Update
(Posted on 7/14/2008)
Ron Cox, director of the Center for Industrial Research and Service, comments on the findings of a survey of Iowa industries in areas affected by flooding.

Survey of Iowa Industry Reveals Ongoing Challenges to Flood Recovery
(Posted on 7/2/2008)
Depleted workforces, lost revenues and a lack of basic resources are just some of the challenges facing Iowa manufacturers as the floods of 2008 recede. A survey of more than 800 companies shows that 53 percent have been affected by the floods, according to Iowa State University Extension’s Center for Industrial Research and Service (CIRAS).

CIRAS Makes Sure Iowa Industry Gets Fair Share of Funding to Rebuild
(Posted on 6/27/2008)
With the potential for millions of dollars in disaster relief coming into the state, ISU Extension’s Center for Industrial Research and Service (CIRAS) is identifying the areas where funding will have the greatest impact for industry to rebuild and return to normal production.

ISU Research Farm will host biomass plot tours
(Posted on 6/26/2008)
Tours at the Ag Engineering and Agronomy Research Farm on Monday, Aug. 26, and Friday, Aug. 29, will precede and follow the Farm Progress Show being held nearby.