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Dubuque Area Farmers' Market Vendor Conference - Feb 25
(Posted on 1/26/2012)
Join us and get information about marketing, merchandising and food safety for farmers' market vendors. This workshop is free and open to the public. Read here for more details.

Dubuque County Master Gardener Spring Seminar - March 3
(Posted on 1/4/2012)
This annual seminar provides all the info you need to get your garden started right this spring. We'll have experts on hand who will teach you about water quality, rain gardens, edible landscaping, worms & composting, conifers, and more! Register now!

Master Gardeners

December Master Gardener Newsletter now online; 2012 training details
(Posted on 11/28/2011)
The December Master Gardener Newsletter has been published! Plus, read up on the details for our 2012 Master Gardener program. The early registration deadline is December 15th, so get your information in soon.

Spraying Fruit Trees
(Posted on 4/27/2010)
Homeowners who grow apples at home have to combat many insect pests and diseases to produce a good crop. Many apple growers reduce their use of pesticides, while still harvesting quality fruit, through a set of practices known as Integrated Pest Management (IPM).

Online State Newsletters Available
(Posted on 4/5/2010)
ISU Extension, along with other informational partners, publish newsletters available to everyone throughout the state. Newsletters for everything from Acreage Living to Vet Med are available at your fingertips.

gardening zones

Gardening in the Zone
(Posted on 11/3/2009)
Iowa State University Extension and Iowa Gardening magazine have teamed up to provide information to Iowans about gardening in Iowa.

The Myths Of Lawn And Garden Care

The Myths Of lawn And Garden Care
(Posted on 11/2/2009)
The Myths of Lawn and Garden Care presentations are now available to view on the web through Adobe Flash Player.

Key Links of Interest for Farmers, Landowners, & Dairy News
(Posted on 8/22/2008)
Looking for information on Land Rental Rates, Land Values, or Pasture Rental? Check out this page for the latest info.

News from Iowa State University Extension
Yard and Garden: Tomatoes
(Posted on 2/2/2012)
Home gardeners can chose from a variety of sizes, shapes and colors when growing tomato plants. ISU Extension horticulturists share information about tomato varieties that growers can use in selecting tomatoes.
New Plant Hardiness Zone Map Has Iowa in Zone 5
(Posted on 1/27/2012)
The U.S. Department of Agriculture released the new version of the plant hardiness zone map this week — the first update since 1990. Much of Iowa now is considered Zone 5.
Yard and Garden: Vegetable Seeds
(Posted on 1/26/2012)
Selecting seeds is one of the first steps in planting a home garden – along with preparing the seedbed and deciding when to plant. Iowa State University Extension and Outreach horticulturists share information that will guide gardeners as they select vegetable seeds.
Yard and Garden: Cherry Trees
(Posted on 1/19/2012)
Cherry trees can be grown in Iowa, though some are not reliably hardy in all parts of Iowa. The trees produce beautiful white flowers in early spring and are a popular choice for edible landscapes. ISU Extension and Outreach horticulturists tell how to select and plant cherry trees in Iowa.
Yard and Garden: Gooseberries, Currants and Jostaberries
(Posted on 1/13/2012)
Home gardeners who like a tart tasting berry or just want to grow a not-so-ordinary berry might consider planting gooseberries, currants or jostaberries. ISU Extension horticulturists tell how to select and plant these berries.
Conference to Cover Production and Marketing of Fruits and Vegetables
(Posted on 1/11/2012)
The Iowa Fruit and Vegetable Growers Annual Conference will be held Jan. 27-28 at the FFA Enrichment Center in Ankeny.
Yard and Garden: Grow Plants from Fruit
(Posted on 1/5/2012)
Mothers often remind children not to play with their food, but kids and houseplant enthusiasts may find it interesting and fun to start plants from the seeds and leaves of fruit.
Research Looks at Strategies to Grow Late Season Vegetables
(Posted on 1/5/2012)
Research is evaluating a couple of strategies that may extend the growing season for vegetable growers.
Yard and Garden: Houseplant Care
(Posted on 12/14/2011)
Growing houseplants is a challenging and rewarding hobby that can be enjoyed by everyone and need not be difficult. Give plants what they need and they’ll do well.
Yard and Garden: Houseplant Pests
(Posted on 12/7/2011)
Just as there are different types of indoor plants – foliage, flowering, succulents and florist’s plants – there are different pests that can invade houseplants. ISU Extension horticulturists explain how to recognize and manage pests on houseplants.

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Staff

Patrick O'Malley - Horticulture Field Specialist
Phone: (319) 337-2145
Fax: (319) 337-7864
Email: omall@iastate.edu

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