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In these trying economic times, improving the quality of life in Iowa continues to be at the heart of ISU Extension’s work: collaborating with communities to reduce poverty; helping farmers and consumers enhance energy efficiency; educating Iowans about food, feed and fuel issues; and helping companies develop strategies to improve their bottom line.

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Update: Crop Insurance and Prevented Planting
May 15, 2013

If you're having trouble getting in your crops before the planting deadlines, be sure to check if you qualify for late planting according to your crop insurance guidelines.  Check out this article for full details.

Seasonal Cooking Workshop: Using Local Ingredients - June 13th
May 2, 2013

Join our Regional Foods Coordinator Brittany Bethel, Hy-Vee Chef Patrick Hanniford, Hy-Vee Dietician Megan Horstman, Regional Foods and Bob Howard from Country View Dairy for this fun, engaging workshop about using locally-grown foods in your daily menus.  Space is limited - register now!

Barbara Thole Receives Friend of Extension Award
April 11, 2013

Congratulations to long-time volunteer and Extension Council member Barbara Thole.  This award recognizes her many contributions to the success of Dubuque County Extension and the 4-H program.

Worksite Wellness Programs
March 19, 2013

Design your own series of face-to-face programs to jumpstart your employees to better health!  Investing in employee health is good for business, so let our experts put together a customized program that will meet your needs.

Cover Crop Field Days
February 26, 2013

Maquoketa and Elkader will be hosting Cover Crop Field Day tours to showcase the success local farmers have had using cover crops in our region.  Each cover crop field day will include discussions and presentations including area-specific topics such as: no-tillage/strip-tillage systems, rotational grazing or grazing cover crops for livestock feed, soil and nutrient management benefits of cover crops and spring management for cover crops

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Featured "At Work for Iowa" article
Swine Producers See Financial Gains in Learning about Ventilation Systems

Extension swine specialists and agricultural engineers in four states have teamed-up to create an educational workshop using a “field day on wheels” – a swine ventilation training unit.

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Youth Prepare for Careers through 4-H and Adobe Youth Voices
May 6, 2013 04:46 PM

Through 4-H, Iowa youth can become involved in many unique educational experiences that prepare them to be effective leaders, productive...

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