O'Brien County News

Hall of Fame McDowell's Named to Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame  
(Posted on 10/12/2009)
O'Brien County's own Brad and Jane McDowell along with Dudley and Carol McDowell were recipents of Iowa's 2009 4-H Hall of Fame Award in Des Moines during the Iowa State Fair.

Tough Times Managing Tough Times: Beginning Farmer Center  
(Posted on 10/8/2009)
Dave Baker works for the Beginning Farmer Center. Follow him as he helps potential farmers make the transition into established farms.

4H Video 4-H Building Better Citizens  
(Posted on 10/8/2009)
4-H strives to build better citizens in Iowa and here is your opportunity to find out how. Come along as we meet three 4-H’ers who have gained strong leadership, communication and citizenship skills – all through 4-H!

Encourage When Things Don’t Go Well, Help Your Child Succeed   
(Posted on 9/18/2009)
When your child has a sense of failure it is important to support and encourage your child.

09 fairbook cover 2009 Fairbook Online!  
(Posted on 4/20/2009)
2009 Fairbook is now available, please read your fairbook thoroughly when preparing for the fair!

Shop Smart Spend Smart, Eat Smart - Affordable Tips.  
(Posted on 1/20/2009)
For more tips and information on buying and eating nutritious food, visit the Spend Smart Eat Smart website www.extension.iastate.edu/foodsavings

Prog Bldr Community and Economic Development Program Builder  
(Posted on 12/11/2008)
Your Marketplace for Community Improvement...........

Grain Drying and Managing Grain in Storage  
(Posted on 11/11/2008)
ISU Extension has a variety of options for drying and storing your grain.

Cows Premise ID for Farmers, 4H and FFA Exhibitors  
(Posted on 11/11/2008)
The Premise ID system was created in response to the need to help protect American animal agriculture from disease threats. The program is currently voluntary in Iowa. Find out more information here

Pig face COOL - Country of Origin Labeling   
(Posted on 11/11/2008)
What does Country of Origin Labeling mean to 4-H'ers and FFA members and what steps will you need to follow?

The process is relatively simple and is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED for the 2009 O'Brien County Fair.

Find out more information here

Energy Extension's Energy Tip of the Month  
(Posted on 9/15/2008)
Extension’s Energy Tip for December 2008 - Take whole-house approach to heating

Sprayer O'Brien County Pesticide and Manure Applicator Continuing Instruction Schedule - Initial Programs and Reshow  
(Posted on 8/10/2008)
O'Brien County Extension will be offering the following reshow schedule for Commercial Pesticide and Commercial or Confinement Manure Applicators.

drugs Sources for Help with Prescription Drug Costs  
(Posted on 6/5/2008)
Help is available for individuals who are struggling with their prescription costs. If you lack coverage or find yourself in the donut hole of your current plan there are some possible solutions.

Money Tree Money Saving Tips from ISU Extension - O'Brien County  
(Posted on 5/23/2008)
Are you feeling the crunch of the extra cost of a gallon of milk or gas prices? You are not alone. Here are some tips on how to save money.

Dont forget Dates to Remember  
(Posted on 5/8/2008)
Upcoming program and meeting dates for 4-H, FFA members and clients.

Beef Facility Tour Beef Producer Tour Features Facility Designs   
(Posted on 4/16/2008)
Hoop, mono-slope or open beef feedlot – which is the right facility for a cattle producer?

This was the big question featured in “Cattle Farming Matters – a Forum and Feedlot Tour” for Northwest Iowa cattle feeders and agri-business staff on August 21, 2007.

Swim Now is a great time to get going on your 4H Photography Project!  
(Posted on 2/21/2008)
Don't miss terrific photo ops that are all around you! Check out Kodak's tips to help you learn sure-fire ways to get great pictures every time.

Private Pesticide Certification  
(Posted on 1/16/2008)
Find out where the nearest Private Pesticide locations are for you.

Record Keeping Get Ready, Get Set to work on your 4H Record Book!  
(Posted on 8/14/2007)
It is never to early to start on your record book follow these easy guidelines and forms available to do your record book in no time!

And have fun doing it!

2008-2009 O'Brien County Fair Board Members  
(Posted on 7/3/2007)
Local individuals volunteer countless hours to make the O'Brien County Fair a huge success year after year!

Webster Webster County Acreage Living   
(Posted on 2/5/2007)
This newsletter addresses frequent questions asked by residents of living outside incorporated areas.

acreage living Acreage Living Newsletter  
(Posted on 2/5/2007)
A bi-monthly newsletter put out by ISU Extension for rural residents highlighting timely topics on country living.

Grain 2008 Iowa Crop Performance Tests  
(Posted on 11/28/2006)
Results of the 2008 Iowa Crop Performance Test for corn, soybeans, barley, oat, triticale and winter wheat are now available.

Dairy Cow NW Iowa Dairy Calendar of Events  
(Posted on 11/16/2006)
Calendar of Dairy Events for the NW Iowa Dairy Community

GreenScapes GreenScaping: The Easy Way to a Greener, Healthier Yard  
(Posted on 10/17/2006)
The EPA Office of Solid Waste, the Office of Water and the Office of Pesticide Programs developed a brochure called GreenScaping.

Leaders Training Join 4-H today!  
(Posted on 2/27/2006)
O'Brien County 4-H leaders attend meetings to share ideas and much more.......

Manure Applicator Certification Dates  
(Posted on 1/9/2006)
Receive intial certification or renew certification for Commercial Manure Applicators and Confinement Manure Applicators

Cow eating May Beef Month 2005  
(Posted on 4/21/2005)
http://www.iowabeefcenter.org/content/maybeefmonth05releases.htm

kids eating apples CYPHERnet offers children, youth and family resources   
(Posted on 3/1/2005)
If you're a professional serving children, youth and families or a parent with your own children, you know that finding reliable, high quality, research-based information on the Web can be a major challenge. That's where CYFERnet can help you.

Commercial Applicator Training Dates  
(Posted on 10/4/2004)
Look Here for Upcoming Dates to Renew your Commercial Applicator Certification

FSQA O'Brien County 4-H/FFA FSQA Training Dates  
(Posted on 9/16/2004)
All junior 4-H'ers showing livestock at the 2010 Fair must attend one of these training sessions.

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