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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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Health Insurance
May 22, 2013

Dramatic changes in the health insurance market have occurred as a result of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Change continues with the creation of the Health Benefit Exchange (referred to as “Exchanges”), open for enrollment October 1, 2013. Exchanges are a new mechanism for purchasing health insurance coverage.

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.

May 8, 2013

Dr. Angela Shaw and Paul Domoto will provide a workshop on Thursday, May 30th from 2:30-4:00pm to provide an overview of the Food Safety Modernization Act and GAP standards.

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!

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.

Featured "At Work for Iowa" article

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.

Iowa State University Extension & Outreach News

May 6, 2013 04:11 PM

“Beyond Simple Mapping with GIS” workshops at Iowa State University will focus on physical planning and the built...

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