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News from Ida County Extension
Insects, Weeds, Plant Disease ... Oh My!
(Posted on 7/2/2009)
If you have questions about insects, plant disease, plant identification, weed management and/or wildlife management let ISU Extension offer you the latest research based information for these horticultural topics and more.
2009-2010 Ida County Youth Council Applications
(Posted on 7/1/2009)
The 2009-2010 Ida County 4-H Youth Council Applications are ready. We are eager to have you apply to be on our Youth Council if you are entering 9-12 grades this year. Come have fun with us in promoting and leading Ida County 4-H to be the Best it can be.
Clover Connection 4-H Newsletter
(Posted on 6/30/2009)
CLOVER CONNECTION NEWSLETTER: Read all the exciting news for the upcoming month; Club meetings, workshops, current events, State Fair Info, all the information you need to stay in tune to what is happening right here in Ida County 4-H. CHECK IT OUT !
Field and Feedlot Newsletter
(Posted on 6/30/2009)
Check out this newsletter prepared by ISUE Farm and Livestock Specialists for research-based information to help you with your ag decision-making needs.
Family Ties Newsletter
(Posted on 6/30/2009)
Check out this important and useful information for your family!
You will also find Money For Life and To Your Health located here!
2009 Ida County 4-H Fair Book
(Posted on 6/29/2009)
It's Here! The 2009 "on-line" version of the Ida County 4-H Fair Book has arrived. Members can get their from their leaders or stop by the Extension office. .
The Master Gardener Minute
(Posted on 6/29/2009)
Take a minute to check out this site for weekly Master Gardener updates and announcements.
Crop Connections Newsletter
(Posted on 6/29/2009)
This newsletter is intended to provide timely information for crop producers and agribusiness consults regarding all facets of row crop, forage and pasture production.
Extension Tip of the Week
(Posted on 6/26/2009)
Extension Tip of the Week (TOW) is a feature that can be sent to you directly by e-mail. These tips, sent weekly, will be brief and timely, cover a variety of topics. You may also choose to access these at your convenience on this site at anytime. Topics vary each week from gardening to energy and nutrition to family finances and much more!
Money For Life Newsletter - June 2009
(Posted on 6/22/2009)
Check out this link to current and archived issues of the Money for Live Newsletter if you need advice on investing, spending, refinancing, using credit and other financial matters.
Emerald Ash Borer Treatment Recommendations
(Posted on 6/12/2009)
New ISU Extension Publication offers recommendations on treatment to Emerald Ash Borer Managment. Treatment to protect ash trees not necessary until infestations are within 15 miles of your trees.
Open Class Fairbook Now Available!
(Posted on 6/5/2009)
Welcome here to the on-line version of the 2009 Ida County Open Class Fair Book! Books, entry tags, and registration forms are also available to pick up from Linda Friedrichsen and at the Ida County Extension Office. Whether you have a flair for vegetables, flowers, needlework, or crafts the Ida County Fair has just the class for you to display your talents.
ISU Beginning Farmer Center Transitions Next Generation Farmers
(Posted on 6/5/2009)
The Beginning Farmer Center focuses exclusively on the needs and issues facing beginning farmers. This Center facilitates the matching of beginning farmers with existing farmers who want to transition their farm businesses to the next generation.
I SPY... Iowa State Programs and Activities for Youth Pre K-12
(Posted on 6/5/2009)
I SPY some fun for little red Cys! If you are looking for programs and activities designed with your children in mind you have come to the right place. Check out these Iowa State Programs for Youth (ISPY) offered not only in the summer, but also as continuous events.
Need Information Quickly?
(Posted on 6/5/2009)
When you need expert answers in a hurry, rely on Iowa State University Extension Hotlines. Select this easy button or the blue text for links to these Hotlines.
Have You Heard, Extension is in the News?
(Posted on 6/5/2009)
Check out these links to Extension news releases for the latest happenings with ISU Extension. Whether you are into grape vines, p-index levels, finances, or childcare...this site has it all.
ISU Offers Small Business Development Center
(Posted on 6/5/2009)
Since 1981, the Iowa Small Business Development Centers have provided expert and confidential business counseling services to entrepreneurs in all 99 Iowa counties. As an outreach program for the College of Business the SBDC can help existing business owners and entrepreneurs with the assistance and resources they need.
ISU Offers Home Buyers Certification Course On-Line
(Posted on 6/5/2009)
The American dream of homeownership is an exciting experience, but it may be challenging. According to Mary Yearns, ISU Extension housing specialist and course author, “A Place of Your Own lets you focus on finding a home that fits your needs and your budget. It will help you prepare for the home-buying process and shop for a mortgage that works for you.”
Iowa Ag Review Available On Line
(Posted on 6/5/2009)
Iowa Ag Review is published by the Center for Agricultural and Rural Development. This publication presents summarized results that emphasize the implications of ongoing agricultural policy analysis, analysis of the near-term agricultural situation, and discussion of agricultural policies currently under consideration.
Need Help With Bugs, Bugging You?
(Posted on 6/4/2009)
When it comes to delivering information to people who need it, the Department of Entomology is at the forefront. Our extension personnel bring timely programs to locations throughout Iowa, and our science-based recommendations to Iowa's growers are conveniently available online. Whether it is pests around your home, garden or field...Let ISU Extension offer you help.
NW Iowa Crop Update Newsletter
(Posted on 6/4/2009)
Joel DeJong, ISU Extension Crops Specialist, has produced a crops newsletter with timely topics for farmers, ag producers and others across Northwest Iowa. The most recent newsletter as well as archived previous editions may be found on this link.
Food For Fitness and Fun - June Newsletter
(Posted on 6/1/2009)
Whether you need recipes, meals in a hurry or healthy lifestyle tips...this edition has it all. Specific topics this month include: Summer Food Safety, Fast Fruit Salad, Mango Salsa, Dates and Food, Strawberry Yogurt Shake, and South of the Border Dip
Master Gardeners
(Posted on 5/22/2009)
Congratulations to 6 newly certified Ida County Master Gardeners!
Join Us for the Iowa 4-H State Youth Conference!
(Posted on 5/18/2009)
Every June, over 1000 teenagers converge on the campus of Iowa State University for 3 days full of speakers, workshops, mixers, dances, a banquet, and community service activities. If you've completed 8th grade, you're eligible to attend.You don't even have to be in 4-H!
Ida County 4-H Foundation Supports Youth
(Posted on 5/13/2009)
The Ida County 4-H Foundation was established in 2004 to provide funds and support for the Ida County Extension 4-H program. Our mission is to support a strong and vital 4-H program in Ida County.
LET'S GO TO CAMP ! Pick one just 4 you !
(Posted on 5/13/2009)
Excellent opprotunites for Ida County 4-H'ers to go to camp with 50 to 90% camperships awarded as funds allow. Call the Extension Office with questions.
Tips for Writing Your 4-H Project Goals
(Posted on 5/7/2009)
If you need help writing your 4-H Project Goals, getting ideas for fair entries in your project areas, or determining what project areas in which to enroll ... check out this site.
NEW ~ Ida County 4-H Bottle/Bucket Calf Class
(Posted on 5/7/2009)
There is a new class this year for the Ida County 4-Hers. A Bottle Bucket calf class will be added. Calves must be steers or heifers born between Jan 1 and April 30, 2009, and must be in the exhibitor’s ownership, possession and care within 2 weeks of birth. No bulls allowed. Calves need to be castrated by May 15th.
2009 Hay Price Update
(Posted on 5/4/2009)
These are hay prices paid at auction in the recent weeks. Much of the price information is obtained from USDA Hay Market News. Personal contacts of local Iowa hay auctions secured price information for these market outlets. Auctions were chosen to reflect prices across Iowa. Other nearby auctions may exist. No endorsement of the listed auctions is intended.
Iowans Urged to Help Prevent Spread of Swine Flu to Hogs
(Posted on 4/29/2009)
The new influenza strain has been identified as a "swine flu" because of what it has in common with previous viruses, but so far it has not been found in swine. Pork producers are being advised to keep people with flu symptoms away from their hogs.
Can a Vegetable Garden Save Money?
(Posted on 4/27/2009)
With today’s tight economy, everyone is looking for ways to cut expenses. Growing a garden has the potential to reduce the amount of money spent on groceries. But like all things growing a garden can be costly also.
Swine Flu Facts
(Posted on 4/27/2009)
For concerns with the recent swine flu outbreak, see the information compiled here by Iowa State University specialists.
Extension Energy News and Tips
(Posted on 3/24/2009)
ISU Extension offers tips and links to help you conserve energy.
Call the Extension Office if you have a group or an organization that would like a presentation.
ISU Answer Line is Here for Ida County!
(Posted on 3/24/2009)
Transitioning from winter into warmer weather and our changing economy affects the kinds of questions and needs of Ida County residents. Resources that may be helpful for your decision-making needs may be found at the ISU "Answer Line".
Ida County is ‘Managing Tough Times’ – with help from ISU Extension
(Posted on 3/18/2009)
During today’s uncertain economic times, Iowans must make the most of their money, knowledge and skills as they make decisions for their families, businesses, communities and farms. ISU Extension in Ida County is here to help with reliable resources and experts backed by research. Check out these links for a new series of facts, tools and resources.
Start Your ISU Adventures Here
(Posted on 3/18/2009)
Considering Iowa State University for your college education? Let Ida County Extension help you with this decision.
Bioeconomy Conversation II
(Posted on 3/18/2009)
More than 800 community leaders from across Iowa participated in the second round of discussions about what the emerging Bioeconomy means for the future of the state and its residents.
View the follow-up results here.
Save Money, Eat Healthy!
(Posted on 3/16/2009)
Extension's Spend Smart Eat Smart website features dollar-saving tips, interactive activities, recipe videos and blogs hosted by ISU Extension nutrition specialists.
Raising Healthy Kids
(Posted on 3/16/2009)
Raising Healthy Kids is a series of publications designed to help parents, communities, and childcare providers address important health and nutrition questions.
Quick Calculations and Conversion Charts
(Posted on 1/4/2009)
Whether you need quick conversion charts, corn nitrogen rate calculations, soil management and residue calculations or an animal unit calculator you have come to the right resource with Iowa State University Extension.
Average Value of Iowa Farmland Nears $4,500 an Acre in 2008
(Posted on 12/16/2008)
This page contains information about the Iowa Land Value Survey, directed by Michael Duffy, Iowa State University extension farm management specialist and professor of economics. The survey has been conducted annually since 1941, and is the only statewide survey that collects information on land values in each of Iowa's 99 counties.
2008 Iowa Crop Performance Tests - Corn
(Posted on 12/12/2008)
The Iowa Crop Performance Test - Corn is conducted each year to provide information farmers need to select the best hybrids for their production conditions. This is the 89th consecutive year for the test. Results may be found here.
Ida County 4H Wants You!
(Posted on 10/28/2008)
If you or someone you know is interested in joining 4-H this is a great place to start for information about the Ida County 4-H Program. Check out the links we have created for enrollment, re-enrollment and club support.
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