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Iowa State University Extension & Outreach: Howard County

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Manure applicator training for commerical or confinement will be held each Friday at either 8:30 or 1:00. You must call and register at least one day in advance. If no registrations are received, the program will not be shown.

County News

ISU Extension Offers Estate Planning Workshop

May 22, 2012

Talking about estate planning can be difficult and implementing an estate plan can be even harder. ISU Extension and Outreach is hosting a workshop called “Evaluating Your Estate Plan” to provide an opportunity for people to learn about options in transitioning assets to the next generation.

Eat to Compete Program Offered for Coaches and Teachers

May 15, 2012

Parents want to know about good nutrition for their young athletes and they depend on coaches to give their players accurate information. ISU Extension and Outreach is hosting a program called “Eat to Compete” which will help coaches, teachers and athletic directors know what kind of advice they can offer.

Waukon Farm Hosts Field Day Featuring Specialized Farm Equipment

May 15, 2012

Specialized farm equipment will be showcased at a field day and open house hosted by Kymar Acres and Windridge Implements on June 9. The equipment includes various seeders, tiller and transplanters designed for small to medium-sized vegetable farms.

Learn about the Risks and Rewards of Lending to Alternative Agriculture

May 9, 2012

Farmers interested in pursuing alternative enterprises regularly cite “access to capital” as a main barrier to getting started, but a worthwhile lending relationship is a two-way street. Both farmers and lenders need to understand the other party’s needs and market context to accurately assess risk and reward.

Grants Available to Local Food Producers

May 8, 2012

Farmers interested in starting or expanding local food production, processing, marketing or distribution in northeast Iowa are eligible to apply for a mini-grant from the Northeast Iowa Food and Farm Coalition (NIFF). The opportunity is available to producers in Allamakee, Chickasaw, Clayton, Fayette, Howard and Winneshiek counties.

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Growing Strong Families Since 1999

Parents are their children’s first and most influential teachers. That’s why Iowa State University Extension and Outreach has been educating parents and supporting families in southern Iowa through the Growing Strong Families program since 1999.