Extension Lines
(Posted on 11/18/2009)
This weekly column written by Region 6 REED, Jerry Chizek, contains a variety of tips and information!

Master Gardeners
(Posted on 11/13/2009)
Offering Master Gardener program in Ida County beginning January 19, 2010!

Families Newsletter
(Posted on 11/13/2009)
Check out this important and useful information for your family! You will also find Money For Life and To Your Health located here!

ISU Extension's Growing Green garden calendar
(Posted on 11/4/2009)
Learn about earth-friendly gardening all year long!

Early Learning Webinars
(Posted on 11/4/2009)
Have you heard about our webinars? Online learning for early childhood professionals!

Food For Fitness and Fun - November Newsletter
(Posted on 11/4/2009)
Whether you need recipes, meals in a hurry or healthy lifestyle tips...this edition has it all. Specific topics this month include: Fat and Calorie Saver Guide and Holiday Recipes!

Food, Recipe and Activity of the Week
(Posted on 11/3/2009)
Check out this link for tips on healthy eating, new recipe ideas and physical activity.

Have You Heard, Extension is in the News?
(Posted on 11/3/2009)
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.

Extension Tip of the Week
(Posted on 10/13/2009)
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!

Extension Energy News and Tips
(Posted on 9/28/2009)
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.

Chizek Ways ISU Extension is in the Relationship Business in Region 6
(Posted on 9/4/2009)
As Jerry Chizek makes his way around his new Iowa State University Extension region, he's quick to reassure folks that "Extension will still be in the relationship business."

Save Money, Eat Healthy!
(Posted on 8/10/2009)
Extension's Spend Smart Eat Smart website features dollar-saving tips, interactive activities, recipe videos and blogs hosted by ISU Extension nutrition specialists.

Ida County is ‘Managing Tough Times’ – with help from ISU Extension
(Posted on 8/10/2009)
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.

Raising Healthy Kids
(Posted on 7/22/2009)
Raising Healthy Kids is a series of publications designed to help parents, communities, and childcare providers address important health and nutrition questions.

Strengthening Families Program
(Posted on 6/30/2009)
Ida County Extension and Strengthening Families

ISU Extension Selects 20 Regional Directors
(Posted on 6/26/2009)
Iowa State University Extension has selected 20 new Regional Directors. Individual stories are available here for all 20 directors.

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.

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.