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July 9, 2012 01:46 PM
Plan Ahead for Sales Tax Holiday Aug. 3-4
Susan Taylor et al.

Iowa’s Sales Tax Holiday is Aug. 3-4. Consumers should plan ahead to get the most for their money during this annual sales tax exempt shopping weekend, said Susan Taylor, a family finance specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.

July 9, 2012 08:28 AM
Science of Parenting: Family Fun Time
Donna Donald et al.

When people describe their happy childhood memories, they usually talk about time spent with family. In July the Science of Parenting blog from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach explores the importance of family fun.

July 6, 2012 02:49 PM
Avoid Heat Stress in Cattle with Proper Planning
Grant Dewell et al.

With continuing weather forecasts of temperatures in the mid- to upper 90s and heat index topping 100 degrees in Iowa, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach beef veterinarian Grant Dewell reminds beef cattle producers that properly preparing for these weather conditions is vital to maintaining herd health.

July 5, 2012 02:50 PM
Yard and Garden: Sweet Corn
Richard Jauron et al.

Sweet corn is one of the most popular vegetables in the home garden, roadside stands and farmers' markets. This summer’s hot, dry weather has growers asking Iowa State University Extension and Outreach horticulture specialists about sweet corn.

July 5, 2012 02:27 PM
Six Iowa Counties Add History to 4-H Blog
Shelly Greving et al.

Clayton, Dickinson, Hamilton, Ringgold, Story and Worth counties have added to Iowa 4-H history by County, a blog detailing the history of Iowa State University Extension and Outreach 4-H Youth Development. The history blog is a partnership of the Iowa 4-H program and the Iowa 4-H Foundation.

July 5, 2012 02:14 PM
Celebrate Badger Creek Watershed on July 14
Carol Brown

Badger Creek Watershed is one of the oldest publicly owned lakes in Iowa. A picnic and wetland tour to celebrate the lake will be held Saturday, July 14, from 5-8 p.m. at the Ron and Jenny McBroom barn, Winterset. The celebration is open to the public and includes a tour of the CREP wetland, the McBroom-Hargis barn, the Conservation Station and an evening dinner.

July 5, 2012 12:37 PM
Physical Activity, Healthy Environments Part of Immersion in Wellness Camp Experience
Ruth Litchfield et al.

Youth can boost their level of physical activity during the Immersion in Wellness camp experience at the Iowa 4-H Center this summer. Youth enrolled in Everything Camp and Counselors in Training Camp will have the opportunity to participate in the immersion experience, a research study conducted by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach targeted toward lowering childhood obesity in the state.

July 4, 2012 08:53 PM
New Residue Testing Procedures Announced by FSIS
James McKean et al.

The USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has announced new methods with increased efficiencies for testing residues in meat products. Iowa State University Extension and Outreach swine veterinarian James McKean urges pork producers to review their operational and management decisions regarding drug usage.

July 3, 2012 01:40 PM
2012-2013 Iowa 4-H Youth Council Members Announced
Cayla Taylor et al.

Forty Iowa teens are beginning their terms as members of the Iowa 4-H Youth Council. The young leaders will serve as 4-H ambassadors in their home counties and throughout the regions they represent in the state. They also will participate in various statewide functions.

July 3, 2012 12:16 PM
Register Soon for 2012 Lauren Christian Pork Chop Open
John Mabry et al.

Just a few days remain for golfers to register to be assured of playing in the 2012 Lauren Christian Pork Chop Open. The annual event, set for Tuesday, July 24 at Veenker Memorial Golf Course in Ames, benefits the Lauren L. Christian Endowment, which provides financial support for students and continued swine and pork educational opportunities through Iowa State University.

July 3, 2012 08:50 AM
New Safety Guidelines Developed for Two-tank Anhydrous Ammonia Wagons
Mark Hanna et al.

With anhydrous ammonia under pressure, safety is always a concern when plumbing and working around application equipment. A new set of voluntary guidelines for plumbing multi-tank anhydrous ammonia systems has been recently developed by a coalition of state government, academia and industry representatives.

July 3, 2012 07:58 AM
New ISU Swine Farms Manager Sees Opportunity and Success
Jacob Myers et al.

New Iowa State University swine farms manager Jacob Myers is excited to be able to work with a younger generation in developing their pork industry skills. As a 2005 Iowa State graduate in animal science, he was pleased to return to his alma mater in a capacity that builds on his experience and education.

July 2, 2012 12:42 PM
Iowa Learning Farms Hosts Pasture Walk July 11
Carol Brown et al.

Iowa Learning Farms will host a field day near Leon, beginning at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, July 11. The field day will include a pasture walk at Triple C Farms and will focus on pasture improvement.

July 2, 2012 12:37 PM
Dickinson County CREP Wetlands Tour Is July 12
Carol Brown et al.

Iowa Learning Farms and the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship are hosting a tour of Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP) wetlands in Dickinson County on Thursday, July 12, beginning at 1:30 p.m.

July 2, 2012 12:31 PM
Story County CREP Wetlands Tour Is July 10
Carol Brown et al.

Iowa Learning Farms and the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship are hosting a tour of Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP) wetlands in Story County on Tuesday, July 10, beginning at 10 a.m.

July 2, 2012 10:40 AM
Iowa 4-H’ers Raise $27,000 in Annual Campaign
Shelly Greving et al.

This year, 427 clubs raised more than $27,000 to support Iowa 4-H youth programs. The 4-H’ers for 4-H campaign is the largest and longest-running fundraising campaign conducted by Iowa 4-H members for 4-H members.

July 2, 2012 10:11 AM
Teams Announced for Iowa State Fair Culinary Challenge
Steph Ferguson et al.

Twenty-five teams of Iowa teens will compete in the 2012 Cook This! 4-H Culinary Challenge at the Iowa State Fair Aug. 12-14.

July 2, 2012 09:56 AM
11 Teams to Compete in 2012 Robotics Challenge at Iowa State Fair
Steph Ferguson et al.

Eleven teams of Iowa youth have been selected to compete in the 2012 Bratney Companies 4-H Robotics Challenge at the Iowa State Fair.

July 2, 2012 09:28 AM
Iowa 4-H Foundation to Host Central Iowa 4-H Golf Benefit
Albert Grunenwald et al.

The 16th annual Central Iowa 4-H Golf Benefit will be Monday, July 16, at the Hyperion Field Club in Johnston. This event benefits Iowa 4-H youth programs throughout the state.

June 29, 2012 02:12 PM
Iowa State Projects on Exhibit at Smithsonian Festival in Washington, D.C.
Christopher Weishaar et al.

Projects Iowa State University completed with 23 Iowa towns are featured in an exhibit on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., June 27 to July 1 and July 4-8.

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