Harrison County News
May 08, 4-H Clover Chatter News (Posted on 5/5/2008)
This month's eddition of the 4-H Clover Chatter is now available online. Select the text above to view or print. Call us at the office at 644-2105 if have any problems or would like a paper copy sent to you. 
Healthy Meals in a Hurry (Posted on 4/22/2008)
Time? ---- Money? ---- Nutrition?
What influences your mealtime decisions?
Learn about a program or publication
that could have answers for you.
Marsville 2008 and Beyond (Posted on 4/14/2008)
This is it. You could be one of the first astronauts traveling to Mars or in an important support role building systems or managing their flight from Mission Control. On the other side of this page is a link to a lot more information on what we know about Mars. Just click on the image to the side or the blue text above and you are off to discover a new frontier. 
Western Iowa No-Till Field Day--June 17th at Minden (Posted on 4/7/2008)
The Western Iowa No-Tiller’s (WIN) are a group of farmers who, along with conservation and production experts are interested in the promotion of no-till as a practical option. To learn more about the June 17th field day near Minden select the blue text above. 
Acreage Living Newsletter--April 08 (Posted on 4/3/2008)
Iowa State University Extension is bringing back its Acreage Living newsletter. The online newsletter provides timely research-based information for the new rural Iowa. 
Harrison County 4-H'ers--go here!!! (Posted on 4/1/2008)
If you are a member of a 4-H club in Harrison County and you want to know what's going on at the county level, you came to the right place. We have posted many of the local events and activities for you to access also. 
Harrison County 4-H FSQA--call to set-up a time. (Posted on 3/24/2008)
The Food Safety Quality Assurance (FSQA) Program is for 4-H’ers planning to exhibit swine, beef, sheep, dairy animals, goats, poultry and rabbits at the Harrison County Fair or the Iowa State Fair. All exhibitors must either attend a training meeting or test out. 
2008 Custom Farm Rate Survey (Posted on 3/5/2008)
Click here to see the 2008 Custom Farm Rates. From tillage operations to harvesting grain--if it's a farming activity the average custom rate can most likely be found here. Click the blue text above or icon to the side for report. 
Updated Beef Ration Software Now Available (Posted on 2/26/2008)
The BRANDS (Beef Ration and Nutrition Decisions Software) software packages have been updated to make them even better for producers and nutritionists. These interactive spreadsheets for Microsoft® Excel from the Iowa Beef Center (IBC) assists producers in balancing rations for their different types of cattle and helps them better used home-raised feeds 
Ag Decision Maker Online (Posted on 2/26/2008)
Ag Decision Maker is a decision-oriented agricultural business web site designed for farmers, lenders, farm managers, agriculture instructors, and others. Click on the icon to the side to learn more. 
On-line statewide newsletters. (Posted on 2/26/2008)
ISU Extension, along with other informational partners, publish newsletters available to everyone throughout the state. So if you are looking for a newsletter you came to the right place. 
Aronia berries a niche for Iowa growers? (Posted on 2/5/2008)
Aronia Berries or Black chokeberries may not be something many shoppers have on their grocery lists yet, but that could change if some southwest Iowa growers have their way. 
2008 SWIA Area 5th & 6th Jr. 4-H Camp (Posted on 1/28/2008)
2008 SWIA Area Jr. 5th & 6th Grade Junior Camp Deadlines
March 24 for Junior Camp Counselor Applications
May 23 for Junior Camp Registrations 
Western Iowa Travel Site (Posted on 1/10/2008)
Looking to expand your horizons and doing a little exploring? Why not do it in your own back door. This resource is a great place to get information for everything from the Iowa Great Lakes to the Loess Hills. Just click the blue text above for more information. 
ISU Extension's Avain Flu Resource (Posted on 1/3/2008)
Avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu, is a viral disease that infects almost all species of birds. Infected birds can pass the virus to some other animals and humans. Select the blue text above for the link to the ISU Extension Site. 
Answer Line 800-262-3804 (Posted on 1/2/2008)
Professional home economists answer questions in everything from child development to food prep. This service is available by phone or online. 
New Booklet--Understanding New Generation Grain Contracts (Posted on 1/2/2008)
Since the year 2000, the availability of risk management tools has expanded with the advent of new generation grain-marketing contracts for row crops. To learn more select the icon to the side or the blue text above. 
Iowa Concern Hotline: 800-447-1985 (Posted on 1/1/2008)
Confidential assistance and referral for stress, legal questions and financial concerns are just a phone call away, or if you prefer, on the web. 
2007 Land Value Survey (Posted on 12/21/2007)
The average value of an acre of farmland in Harrison County increased by $680 or 22% from last years value to a new high of $3,773 in 2007. Statewide, the average value of an acre of farmland in Iowa increased by just over $700 during the past year, to an all-time high of $3,908, according to an annual survey conducted by Iowa State University (ISU) Extension. 
Come join the fun, 4-H style. (Posted on 9/3/2007)
Harrison County's 4-H program is where the rubber meets the road. We have great fun learning some of life's most important lessons and life skills. If you are interested in all of the great activites that we offer or just want to learn more--click here to find out how to join the fun and learning. 
eXtension Launches HorseQuest Site (Posted on 8/30/2007)
HorseQuest provides Internet visitors with reliable and up-to-date horse information through a knowledge base of commonly asked questions that have science-based, peer-reviewed answers. Woodbine Economic Development Meeting Handouts (Posted on 7/5/2007)
Steve Adams, ISU Extension Economic Development Field Specialist, presented a research report to interested Woodbine residents. This report covered retail sales trends as well as other demographic data that put Woodbine in a positive light. To see the report first hand, select the blue text above. 
Office of Social and Economic Trend Analysis (Posted on 7/3/2007)
Mission: We collect, analyze, interpret and disseminate information on social, economic, and demographic trends in support of community and regional analysis. To learn more select the SETA icon to the side. 
Loess Hills Scenic Byway (Posted on 5/9/2007)
The Loess Hills Scenic Byway and the Iowa Great River Road received the national designation because of their scenic, natural, historic, cultural, archeological and recreational qualities. Select the image to learn more. 
Harrison County Develoment Corp. (Posted on 5/9/2007)
Economic development and progress in Harrison County is the goal of HCDC, but to achieve this goal many partners need to work together. When communities, leaders and volunteers work together much can be accomplished. To discover more about the role of HCDC select the blue text or the image to the side. 
Common Diseases of Blue Spruce (Posted on 12/1/2006)
In addition to being a beautiful tree, Blue Spruces make excellent wind breaks and for the most part grow quite well here in Harrison County. When we see diseases in blue spruce, which is not often, it usually is one of two different types. Click the blue text above to learn more. 
Yard & Garden Online and Other Links (Posted on 10/20/2006)
Looking for information on lawn care, tree care or gardening--this is a great resource. Once connected make sure to select Gardening in the Zone link. 
Calm Cattle can mean Higher Profits (Posted on 10/19/2006)
The disposition of beef cattle has long been considered by producers as a ‘convenience’ trait which impacts the handling of cattle and the safety of workers as well as the animals themselves. Research has shown that disposition is a heritable trait that can be improved by proper culling strategies. 
Pine Wilt Information (Posted on 10/18/2006)
Pine wilt is a common disease that causes browning and death of pines, especially Scots pines. Austrian, mugo, red, jack, and white pine may also be affected, but less commonly than Scots pines. Affected trees turn brown suddenly, either over the entire tree or beginning on a few branches. Select the image to the side for more detailed information. 
Eastern Red Cedar Control (Posted on 10/2/2006)
The need to remove woody vegetation from fields enrolled in the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) has sparked numerous questions regarding methods of controlling eastern red cedar, one of the more prevalent woody species to invade these areas. To learn more select the image above. 
Living on Acreages: What You Need to Know (Posted on 6/16/2006)
Living on Acreages is for everyone thinking of moving to an acreage or inhabiting one now. It provides a valuable instruction manual and reference to everything from building and andscaping in the country to maintaining rural property. Select the blue text above for more information.
BSE or "Mad Cow Disease" information. (Posted on 6/12/2006)
Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE) is the scientific term for a disease which affects the brains of cattle. ISU Extension is the source you can count on when it comes to the facts about BSE. Select the blue text to learn more.
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