News from Greene County Extension
Master Conservationist Program Sponsored by Greene and Boone Counties
(Posted on 5/14/2012)
People interested in learning about environmental stewardship and Iowa’s natural resources through hands-on interactions with local and state experts are invited to become a Master Conservationist this summer. Sponsored by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach in Greene and Boone counties, the course will be held in June through July.
May 2012 Newsletter
(Posted on 5/1/2012)
Click here to learn about events going on in Greene County 4-H!
Brown Marmorated Stink Bug Detected in Iowa
(Posted on 4/25/2012)
Iowans are encouraged to help look for this pest and to contact ISU Extension with sample specimens, digital photos or detailed descriptions and sightings. “Concerned citizens are vital to detection and reporting of invasive species as they are truly the eyes and ears throughout Iowa,” said Laura Jesse, ISU Extension entomologist.
Greene County 4-H'ers Selected for State Recognition
(Posted on 4/24/2012)
Two Greene County 4-H’ers will serve the 2012-2013 school year on statewide leadership groups following results recently announced after interviews were held for state 4-H recognition in Ames on March 24th
Junction Food Producers Win 4-H Basketball Tournament
(Posted on 3/19/2012)
Of the seven club teams that participated in the annual Greenbrier 4-H Basketball Tournament, the Junction Food Producers team came out as victors of the single-elimination tournament on Sunday, March 11. Over 150 kids from across Greene County gathered at the Scranton gym to compete for the top spot. While the definition of 4-H is often hard work, record keeping, community service, or public speaking, the definition of 4-H at the tournament was having fun with friends while showing sportsmanship and challenging others.
4-H Awards Ceremony
(Posted on 11/22/2011)
Click here to see results of the 2011 Greene County 4-H Awards Ceremony!
"Public Gardens of Iowa - 2012 Garden Calendar" - Makes a great gift.
(Posted on 11/18/2011)
"Public Gardens of Iowa - 2012 Garden Calendar" - Makes a great gift or enjoy the public gardens of Iowa all year long with this beautiful garden calendar that shows off many of Iowa's natural treasures. Complete with locations, websites, and hours of operation, you can plan an excursion. Gain garden tips as well. Makes a great gift, too! The cost of the garden calendar is $6. Stop by the Greene County Extension Office in Jefferson and pick yours up today.
Pressure Canner Testing Offered at ISU Extension Greene County
(Posted on 11/16/2011)
To be ready for preserving your harvest, the first step is to ensure your canning equipment is in good, working condition.
Pressure Canner Testing is now offered at ISU Extension Greene County. Cost is $3.00 per lid. Call 515 386-2138 to set up a time to have your canner tested.
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