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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 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.

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.

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

April 24, 2013 08:57 AM

The importance of planning when selecting trees is explained in Guidelines for Selecting Trees (RG 702), an Iowa State University...

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