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

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

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

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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!

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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.

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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.

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Insects, Weeds, Plant Disease ... Oh My!
(Posted on 10/28/2009)
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.

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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!

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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.

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Acreage Living
(Posted on 9/22/2009)
This monthly on-line newsletter provides timely reasearch-based information for the new rural Iowa.

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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."

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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.

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Yard & Garden Publications Available
(Posted on 8/10/2009)
Let ISU Extension help you with publications on yard and garden topics.

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The Master Gardener Minute
(Posted on 8/10/2009)
Take a minute to check out this site for weekly Master Gardener updates and announcements.

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

News from Iowa State University Extension

Ask the ISU Extension Garden Experts: Protecting Trees, Crown Gall and Houseplants
(Posted on 11/18/2009)
This week's answers discuss what to do to protect trees from nearby construction activity, the impact of crown gall on rose bushes and how houseplants can improve the air quality in your home.
Preparing Evergreens for Winter
(Posted on 11/16/2009)
Protection efforts this fall will help your evergreen plantings make it safely through the winter.
Ask the ISU Extension Garden Experts: Rubber Trees, Begonias and Arbor Vitae
(Posted on 11/12/2009)
This week's answers discuss how to propagate a rubber tree, humidity conditions needed by rex begonias and what browning of arborvitae needles indicates.
Why You Should Worry about Your Walnuts
(Posted on 11/9/2009)
Thousand cankers disease is a malady looming on the western horizon that has already claimed many Eastern Black Walnut trees transplanted to the western states.
Ask the ISU Extension Garden Experts: Perennials, Amaryllis Bulbs, African Violets and Fertilizer
(Posted on 11/4/2009)
This week's answers discuss which perennials will not last forever in your landscape, how to have amaryllis blooms at Christmas, light needed by African violets, and how to store unused fertilizer.
November Garden Chores
(Posted on 11/2/2009)
Now is the time to prepare your roses and strawberries to withstand the trials of winter.You also can do cleanup in your vegetable garden to prevent disease carryover, and protect your trees and shrubs from rabbit damage.
Ask the ISU Extension Garden Experts: Vegetables, Acorns, Water Lilies
(Posted on 10/29/2009)
This week’s answers discuss how to prepare your vegetable garden to minimize disease problems next year, damage from acorn weevil larvae, and what to do with your tropical water lilies this fall.
Yellowjacket Wasps Look for Sweet Things to Eat in the Fall
(Posted on 10/26/2009)
Winter weather will put an end to invasions from yellowjacket wasps, but they can be annoying at this time of year.
Ask the ISU Garden Experts: Twig Beetles, Hostas and Magnolias
(Posted on 10/21/2009)
This week's answers discuss why leafy twigs may be falling from oak trees, whether hostas need winter protection, and how to germinate seeds from a saucer magnolia.

Staff

Eldon Everhart-Commercial Horticulture Specialist
Phone: 712-755-3104
Fax: 712-755-7112
Email: everhart@iastate.edu

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