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Iowa State University Extension and Outreach: Dickinson County

Healthy people, environments, and economies start with Extension. Read about some of the ways Dickinson County Extension builds partnerships and provides quality research-based information from Iowa State University to help you make good decisions.

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Northwest Iowa Parlor Tour
June 17, 2013

Visit area dairy farms and hear producers explain the background and management of their current dairy parlor set up during the northwest Iowa dairy parlor tour set for June 17 and 18.

Spotted in the news! Explorations in Vet Science Camp in Sioux Center
June 17, 2013

See how ISU Extension and Outreach helps area youth explore veterinarian science.

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Dickinson County Fair Entry Reminder -- Deadline July 1st
June 17, 2013

The County Fair Entry Deadline is less than 2 weeks away. July 1 is the last day to enter, not the only day. Get your entries in now. The 2013 Dickinson County Fair Book lists all of the class descriptions and numbers. Entry forms and books can be downloaded here, picked up from 4-H Club Leaders or at the Extension Office. There are also some new events and schedule changes, so take a look a the the NEW Fair Schedule too. 

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Lawn Mowing Tips
June 13, 2013
Lawn mowing is the most time consuming practice related to lawn care – but when done properly mowing plays a vital role in maintaining a healthy, sustainable lawn. Horticulturists with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach answer lawn mowing questions.
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Science of Parenting: All about Fathers
June 13, 2013
Fathers are different from mothers, but offer love, guidance and support in their own unique way. During June, family life specialists Donna Donald and Lori Hayungs talk about the role of fathers in the Science of Parenting blog from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.
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NEW! The 2012 Dickinson County Stakeholder Report shares examples of how we support healthy people, environments and economies by providing educational opportunities. We meet local needs, improve quality of life, and help make Dickinson County a better place to live.

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Featured "At Work for Iowa" article
Healthy Communities through Business Prosperity: CIRAS

Last year companies that worked with the Center for Industrial Research and Service reported $414 million in impact — new investments, higher sales, and lower costs.
 

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Iowa State University Extension & Outreach News

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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