Many of you asked for it, and Iowa State University Extension has announced that plans are being made to hold an Advanced Training for Master Gardeners in July 2008 for active Certified Master Gardeners. The tentative dates are Friday and Saturday, July 11-12. The 18-20 hour training will focus on plant insects and plant diseases. Are you interested? If so, please contact the Chickasaw County Extension office at 641/394-2174 or email James Romer at (jromer@iastate.edu). The program will be limited to the first 150 participants. Don’t miss out on what will be a great experience!
For more information on the Master Gardener Program contact your local Extension office. In Chickasaw County the office is located at 104 East Main St in New Hampton or information can be accessed on their internet website at www.extension.iastate.edu/chickasaw.
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1/28/2008