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June 26 ISU Research Farm Field Day Highlights the Late Start in 2013
May 23, 2013

The Annual Spring Field Day at the Borlaug Learning Center features many topics.  Discussion will be held on corn growth and development from the planting date trials and expectations on pollination.  Updates on crop and soil fertility issues from the drought in 2012 to the late start in 2013, nitrogen management, sulfur and micronutrient recommendations, weed control challenges, weed resistance management and updates on the latest plant diseases.

Healthy Meals in a Hurry and Portion Distortion
April 18, 2013

The Elma Area Wellness Center and the ISU Howard County Extension & Outreach are partnering to offer a series of workshops at the new center in Elma.

Just in Time Parenting
March 25, 2013

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Teachers Invited to Attend a Course on School Gardens
June 11, 2013

The Center for Sustainable Communities at Luther College is hosting a teacher workshop called “Growing STEM in the Garden” this summer.  In this class, teachers will learn how to comprehensively use a school garden to teach across curricular areas and provide a framework for STEM education.

Producers Have Options under Crop Insurance Coverage
June 3, 2013

Many producers are wondering what options they have under their multiple peril crop insurance policies due to the frequent rains that have soaked Iowa this year.

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DuPont Pioneer Supports Iowa 4-H with Nearly $10,000 in Community Improvement 'Seed' Grants
June 18, 2013 09:22 AM

Twenty-nine Iowa 4-H clubs have been awarded DuPont Pioneer Rural Community Improvement “Seed” grants totaling nearly $10,...

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