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Iowa State University Extension & Outreach: Franklin County

We are your access to research-based information and services through Iowa State University, helping improve the quality of life in our communities.

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Drought - Find resources for dealing with crops, livestock, yards and more.

Flood - First Steps to Flood Recovery and other Flood resources

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Please check out the Events Calendar on the right side of this page to find out what's happening at Franklin County Extension.

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2013 Fair Dates:

Franklin County Fair, July 17-21       
Iowa State Fair, August 8-18
Ak-Sar-Ben, September 26-29

DATES OF ALL IOWA FAIRS 

County News

Your Money Your Future WORKSHOP
May 14, 2013

Technology is helping Americans get a better handle on their day-to-day finances, especially when it comes to routine tasks such as creating budgets and tracking spending.  Plan to attend this exciting opportunity for individuals wanting to learn the basics and best practices in using technology for personal financial management.

Franklin County Farmers Market
May 13, 2013

The 2013 Market will be held from 5-7 pm on Fridays from May 10 through October 18 and on Tuesdays from June 4 through September 24.  The location is the Main Street Square at the corner of 1st Avenue NW and 1st Street NW in Hampton.  To qualify for the WIC program, we must keep these hours. 

Franklin County 4-H Slide Show
January 8, 2013

Want to see what 4-H is all about in Franklin County?

 

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Featured "At Work for Iowa" article
Swine Producers See Financial Gains in Learning about Ventilation Systems

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.

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Iowa State University Extension & Outreach News

Plan Flower Gardens with ISU Extension and Outreach Publication
May 10, 2013 12:10 PM

With Annuals, an Iowa State University Extension and Outreach publication, gardeners can plan their flower gardens for the summer.

NEWSLETTERS

AG Newsletters - A listing of ISU Ag Newsletters and other ag resources

WOW-"Word On Wellness" Newsletter - Your extension connection to nutrition and fitness

Yard & Garden Information: Articles by ISUE staff to help you with your yard and garden.

Horticulture & Home Pest News - filled with articles on current horticulture, plant care, pest management, and common household pests written by Iowa State University Extension specialists

Ag Decision Maker Newsletter - An agricultural economics and business web site

CALT Newsletter - ISU Center for Agricultural Law & Taxation

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