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Emmet County Summer Day Camps
(Posted on 5/17/2012)
The Emmet County Extension office is excited to offer a summer of day camps to all area youth in Kindergarten through 6th grade!

Livestock

FSQA Training and Testing Dates Set
(Posted on 4/25/2012)
All 4-H/FFA Emmet County exhibitors participating in swine, beef, dairy, sheep, poultry or rabbit at the Emmet County Fair must be certified in FSQA.

beef grilling

Let the Grilling Begin
(Posted on 4/25/2012)
As the weather warms up many people enjoy using a grill to cook meats. The time between Memorial Day and Labor Day marks the time to break out the backyard barbecue grill. Use these simple guidelines for grilling food safely.

Emmet County Fair

2012 Emmet County Fair Dates
(Posted on 4/13/2012)
The Emmet County Fair will begin on Thursday, July 26 and run through Sunday, July 29.

personal bankruptcy education available

Personal Bankruptcy Education Available
(Posted on 2/27/2012)
Individuals filing for personal bankruptcy can turn to Iowa State University Extension and Outreach for the education that is required during the bankruptcy process. “Financial Success: Recovery after Bankruptcy” is available through the national website www.extension.org at a cost of $20 per person.

Emmet County Commercial & Confinement Manure Reshow Dates
(Posted on 1/30/2012)
Reshows are scheduled for Tuesdays each week. Please call at least the day ahead to assure we will be having a showing.

New COOL Requirements for Livestock
(Posted on 12/19/2011)
As many of you know, the USDA is preparing for the mandatory COOL (Country of Origin Labeling) that goes into effect September 30, 2008

Program Builder

Program Builder
(Posted on 11/8/2010)
Program Builder is a web-based marketplace where community leaders can review and make selections from a variety of technical assistance, consulting and educational programs that will improve the quality of life in your community.

Meals

Healthy Meals in a Hurry
(Posted on 9/27/2007)
A publication from Iowa State University Extension is designed to help consumers of all ages blend time-saving convenience with nutritious, dollar-stretching food choices.

Managing Money and Feelings in Tough Times
(Posted on 8/15/2005)
Whether it is your first experience with tough times, or you have been there before, you may feel a sense of loss that extends well beyond lose in income or lifestyle.

winter low-cost

Publications Help Iowans Make Simple Changes for an Energy Efficient Home
(Posted on 11/17/2004)
New Iowa Energy Center publications are available from ISU Extension to help Iowans become more cost and energy efficient in their homes.

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