Beef Management Series Set for ISU McNay Research Farm
(Posted on 5/22/2013)
A four-part beef management discussion series has been scheduled for Iowa State University’s McNay Research and Demonstration Farm southwest of Chariton. The session dates are June 18, July 16, Aug. 26 and Sept. 10.

Nonprofit Workshops Offer Incentive for Attendees
(Posted on 5/21/2013)
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach in Linn County is offering educational discounts to nonprofit professionals and organizations.  The remaining 2013 Nonprofit Management Academy workshops will be offered at a reduced rate — three workshops for the price of two.

Parents Can Help Preteens with Abduction Concerns
(Posted on 5/21/2013)
Parents naturally are concerned for their children’s safety, particularly when there is news of a child abduction that happens close to home. Finding the balance between emotions and the “teachable moment” as parents talk to their children is important, an Iowa State University Extension and Outreach specialist says.

Register Now for 2013 Iowa Grazing Conference
(Posted on 5/20/2013)
Producers who graze livestock are encouraged to register now for the 2013 Iowa Grazing Conference being held June 25-26 in Creston. This year’s event has classroom and field experiences.

Yard and Garden: Selecting Fruit Varieties
(Posted on 5/17/2013)
What fruit varieties will perform well in Iowa? Horticulturists with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach answer questions about selecting plum, pear, cherry and peach varieties. To have additional questions answered, contact Hortline at hortline@iastate.edu or 515-294-3108.

Applications Now Open for 2013 Youth Culinary Challenge at Iowa State Fair
(Posted on 5/17/2013)
Iowa 4-H is inviting youth from across the state to showcase their skills in a competition that puts the knife to the board. The fourth annual “Cook This!” 4-H Culinary Challenge is Aug. 9-10, 2013, in the 4-H Exhibits Building at the Iowa State Fair.

Farm Poll: Farmer Philanthropy Important to Community Development
(Posted on 5/14/2013)
Iowa’s farmers are substantially involved in philanthropy, donating their time and money to organizations, causes and charities they believe in, according to the Iowa Farm and Rural Life Poll. Many rural communities are beginning to depend on these philanthropic efforts as an important part of local community and economic development.

Registrations Rolling in for Lauren Christian Pork Chop Open
(Posted on 5/13/2013)
Golf registrations are coming in for the 2013 Lauren Christian Pork Chop Open, and Iowa State University animal science professor John Mabry reminded people of this year’s earlier date.

Farming Practices to Minimize Ill Effects on Bees and Other Pollinators
(Posted on 5/13/2013)
Farmers being observant with seed treatments at planting and pesticide applications during the growing season could minimize ill effects on bee populations, according to Iowa State University entomologists.

Plan Flower Gardens with ISU Extension and Outreach Publication
(Posted on 5/10/2013)
With Annuals, an Iowa State University Extension and Outreach publication, gardeners can plan their flower gardens for the summer.