9/5/2008 - Sept. 10 Online Conference Covers Basic Flood Cleanup
How do I clean this mess? This Iowa State University Extension online conference Wednesday, Sept. 10, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. will cover health and safety issues related to cleaning a flood-damaged home.

9/5/2008 - Operation: Military Kids Receives Gift from Veterans Team
Extension's Operation Military Kids receives $1,500 from Iowa Workforce Development Region 11 Veterans Team.

9/4/2008 - Survive and Thrive after a Natural Disaster
Natural disasters are unpredictable — yet the grief that may result often follows a pattern, says an ISU Extension specialist. Knowing what lies ahead can help you survive -- and thrive.

9/4/2008 - Ask the ISU Extension Gardening Experts
Deadheading roses, applying broadleaf herbicides and rose of Sharon are topics for this week.

9/3/2008 - Iowa 4-H’ers Are ‘Keeping It Green’ for National 4-H Week
Observance during the week of Oct. 5-11 will raise awareness about 4-H programs nationwide.

9/3/2008 - Gov. Culver Proclaims National 4-H Week in Iowa
Gov. Chet Culver has officially proclaimed Oct. 5-11, 2008, as National 4-H Week in Iowa.

9/2/2008 - ISU Extension Audio: Interviews for the Week of Sept. 1
Listen to interviews about the current state of Iowa’s corn crop, the impact of high grain prices on next spring’s input costs, farm safety, gardening and more.

9/2/2008 - Extension Offers Geographic Information System Short Courses
Classes are scheduled in September through December for planning officials who want to improve their skills with computer-aided tools.

9/2/2008 - Five 4-H'ers Receive Orscheln Scholarships
Five outstanding Iowa 4-H’ers have received Orscheln 4-H Scholarships.

9/2/2008 - Top 4-H Livestock, Meats Judging Teams Announced
The Jefferson County 4-H livestock judging team placed first among 10 teams in the 2008 state judging contest Aug. 23 at Iowa State University.

9/2/2008 - 4-H TV Makes Impact at State Fair
The new 4-H TV program will cover important or exciting events around the state and post video feeds to this Web site.

9/1/2008 - Sustainable Landscapes
Plant selection and building materials are the keys to successful landscape installation and management.

8/29/2008 - More 4-H Scholarships Awarded
Outstanding 4-H’ers from across the state of Iowa have received scholarships.

8/29/2008 - Ag Secretary Calls for ‘Idea Farmers’ at Farm Progress Show
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Ed Schafer addressed 4-H’ers and FFA members at the Iowa State University hoop building during the Farm Progress Show Aug. 28. Listen to Schafer's presentation.

8/29/2008 - Ask the ISU Extension Gardening Experts
Butterfly weed, Rembrandt tulips and rose-of-sharon are topics for this week

8/27/2008 - 10 Tools for Talking about Tough Issues in the Home-based Business: eXtension Webinar Sept. 10
The free hour-long seminar begins at 1 p.m. Central Daylight Time on Wednesday, Sept. 10. The session will cover common sense tools to talk about issues and resolve disagreements, language to express intent and expectations, how regular meetings can lead to time lines and action, how to embrace conflict resolution and how to have fun and build stronger relationships by focusing on problems rather than people.

8/26/2008 - Media Advisory: Ag Secretary Schafer at Farm Progress Show Aug. 28
Ag Secretary Ed Schafer will be at the Farm Progress Show Aug. 28, including a stop at the Iowa State University tent and a news conference.

8/26/2008 - 4-H'ers Receive Hills Bank and Trust Company Scholarships
Outstanding 4-H’ers from across the state of Iowa have received the Hills Bank and Trust Company 1st Year Scholarship.

8/26/2008 - 4-H'ers Receive Pioneer Community College Scholarships
Outstanding 4-H’ers from across the state of Iowa have received the Pioneer Community College 4-H Scholarship sponsored by Pioneer Hi-Bred International Inc.

8/25/2008 - Support Young Children in Stressful Times
The kids are clingy and fighting with each other, and you’re still wondering if you can save your flood-damaged home. An ISU Extension specialist offers tips for dealing with your own and your children's stress.

8/25/2008 - Landscape Plants Resistant to Japanese Beetles
This year's invasion of the ravenous pests focuses attention on plants that are less likely to suffer permanent damage from the attacks.

8/22/2008 - Canning Has Changed from Grandma’s Day
ISU Extension Food Safety Specialist Sam Beattie provides a historical look at canning garden produce and the safe methods for today.

8/21/2008 - Online Conference: Can Flood-Damaged Homes be Saved?
The first of four ISU Extension online conferences on flood cleanup and rebuilding issues is Wednesday, Aug. 27, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. It covers structural considerations when deciding if a home is worth saving.

8/21/2008 - Ask the ISU Extension Gardening Experts
Damage from hawthorn lace bugs, overseeding of bare areas in lawns and sun requirements of arborvitae are topics this week.

8/21/2008 - Experts, WOI Radio on ISU Stage at Farm Progress Show
The schedule for the Iowa State University stage at the Farm Progress Show includes live WOI Radio broadcasts and expert presentations throughout all three days of the show.

8/20/2008 - ISU Extension Audio: Interviews for the Week of Aug. 18
Listen to interviews about crop production, supply and demand; the Beginning Farmer Center; Iowa Center for Agricultural Safety and Health; organic agriculture; Operation Military Kids and more.

8/18/2008 - Flood Cleanup, Rebuilding Issues Are Topics for Online Conferences
Iowa State University Extension will sponsor four Web conferences covering flood cleanup and rebuilding issues on Wednesday evenings Aug. 27, Sept. 10, Sept. 17 and Oct. 8.

8/18/2008 - Community Leadership Projects Aim to Reduce Poverty
Five Iowa communities will be showcased as part of the Horizons Community Leadership to Reduce Poverty Program display at the Farm Progress Show. Learn the creative projects started in these rural communities to reduce poverty.

8/18/2008 - Overseeding Lawns
When properly overseeded, a thin, scruffy-looking lawn can be turned into a thick, lush lawn in just a few weeks.

8/15/2008 - ISU Extension Offers RUSLE2 and P Index Workshop for Manure and Nutrient Plan Writers
Computer training for service providers and livestock producers offered in Marshalltown on Sept. 25.

8/14/2008 - Ask the ISU Extension Gardening Experts
Honey locust foliage browning, control of nimblewill and good locations for magic lilies are topics for this week.

8/14/2008 - Agricultural Drainage School Plays Critical Role in Efficient Crop Production
Enrollment is limited for three-day workshop to be held near Ames in September.

8/14/2008 - Farm Progress Show Offers Education Program for Horse Enthusiasts
The Master Equine Manager Program is a hands on training that teaches quality horse care and responsible horse ownership.

8/14/2008 - Iowa 4-Her’s Aim Their Best in National 4-H Shooting Sports Invitational
The 2008 National 4-H Shooting Sports Invitational brought personal bests for many of the 19 youth who represented Iowa in this competition. See 4-H shooting sports exhibits at the Iowa State Fair.

8/12/2008 - Iowa Municipal Officials Complete Advanced Professional Training
Second year of three-year program offered by Iowa State University Extension leads to professional certification in a program that is recognized nationwide.

8/12/2008 - 4-H’ers ‘Internalize’ the Message to Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
The Iowa State Fair includes 4-H art and other exhibits with a message: reduce, reuse, recycle.

8/12/2008 - Area Resident Takes Part in the Municipal Professionals Academy
Three-day session provides continuing education opportunities for Iowa's professional municipal employees.

8/12/2008 - 4-H’ers Take on Environmental Issues at State Fair
How many recycled chip bags does it take to make a purse? 65. In their Iowa State Fair issues exhibits 4-H’ers are taking a stand for going “green” and protecting the environment.

8/12/2008 - City Officials Attend Professional Training at Iowa State University
First year of three-year program prepares city clerks and other municipal officials for professional certification.

8/12/2008 - 4-H’ers Receive Iowa State Fair 4-H Scholarships
Outstanding 4-H’ers from across the state of Iowa have received the Iowa State Fair 4-H Scholarship sponsored by the Iowa Foundation for Agriculture Advancement.

8/11/2008 - Iowa Beef Center director says now is time to prepare for country-of-origin labeling
Communication is the key to meeting the new federal requirements that go into effect on Sept. 30.

8/11/2008 - Webcast to outline impact of mandatory meat labeling
Iowa Beef Center officials to explain requirements of new law at Aug. 25 Web cast.

8/11/2008 - Changing Shopping Habits Challenge Iowa’s Small Town Groceries
New report on economics of small town grocery stores studies changes in the business climate since 1995.

8/11/2008 - Student Adventures Illustrated at FPS
The student recruitment team for the ISU College of Agriculture and Life Sciences will be at the Farm Progress Show to discuss adventures available for students.

8/11/2008 - The Singing Insects of Summer
All that backyard noise is an indicator of a good communications system among the many species that live in your trees and shrubs and lawns.

8/8/2008 - 'Not Your Father's Tillage' featured at Farm Progress Show
The Iowa Learning Farm will feature strip-tillage at this year's Farm Progress Show. 'Not your father's Tillage' exhibit will include an area of strip-tilled ground and a strip-till machine. ISU Extension experts and Iowa farmers currently practicing strip-tillage will be on-hand for discussion about this conservation practice.

8/8/2008 - Commercial Pesticide Applicator Fall Courses Announced
Commercial pesticide applicators across Iowa will return to the classroom this fall for re-certification, in accordance with the Pesticide Act of Iowa.