Decrease Sodium, Increase Potassium for Heart Health
(Posted on 2/7/2012)
February is American Heart Month. Decreasing sodium and increasing potassium are two heart healthy habits.

Tractor Safety Certification Training
(Posted on 1/19/2012)
Tractor Safety Certification Training sponsored by ISU Extension/Marshall County and Monsanto - June 16th, 2011

Final Fall Chores
(Posted on 11/17/2011)
A gardener's cleaning chores are not over until the tools are cleaned, sharpened and put away for winter so that they are ready the moment spring arrives. Fortunately, this last garden chore isn't weather dependent — it can be done anytime indoors. To have gardening questions answered, contact Iowa State University Extension Hortline at 515-294-3108 or hortline@iastate.edu.

Volunteers Needed!
(Posted on 10/12/2011)
Volunteers are always needed to help carryout the 4-H program in Marshall County. There are many ways to volunteer and help young people belong, master skills, gain independence and learn to be generous.

Join the Marshall County 4-H Facebook Group
(Posted on 6/21/2011)
Keep up with 4-H activities and events! Join the Marshall County 4-H group on Facebook!

Crop Connections
(Posted on 5/2/2011)
Crop Connection is a newsletter ISU Extension field agronomist Mark Licht sends out throughout the year to alert growers and agronomists to current issues in corn and soybean production and protection. The newsletter provides short articles to get the basic idea with links to find more detailed information. There are also a variety of quick links included to help individuals find pertinent crop production and protection information.

Make Friends! Have Fun! Join 4-H!
(Posted on 12/1/2010)
Did you know 4-H is not all about cows and cooking. 4-H has something for everyone! There is a HUGE variety of project areas that you can learn about. Join 4-H-all the cool kids are doing it!

Learn How to Make Grocery Shopping a Positive Experience
(Posted on 8/4/2010)
If you dread grocery shopping, especially while trying to stay on a budget, Iowa State University Extension's Spend Smart Eat Smart can help. Visitors point out site features that are helping them save money and eat healthier.

Words on Wellness
(Posted on 3/31/2009)
“Words on Wellness,” a monthly newsletter that promotes a healthy lifestyle for Iowans. In each issue, you’ll gain reliable, research-based information about nutrition, exercise, and food safety, and explore the power of incorporating healthy practices into daily living for you and your family.