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Iowa State University Extension and Outreach: Polk County
When you need to make decisions that affect your family, community, business, or farm, look to Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. You can rely on ISU Extension for unbiased, research-based information and education to help you make better decisions.
Yard and Garden Tips
Now that spring is here, home gardeners are ready to plan for a successful garden.
Early spring is the time to plant strawberries. This publication will help with selecting the proper site, time and way to plant your strawberries.
If you're more interested in vegetables, try reading the Suggested Vegetable Varieties for the Home Garden.
Also there are many publications about lawn care available in the Extension Publications Online Store.
Expertise Directory
Search the ISU Extension and Outreach expertise directory to find a specialist that can help you!
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Iowa State University Extension & Outreach News
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Polk County
1625 Adventureland Drive, Suite A
Altoona, Iowa 50009
(515) 957-5760; (calls from campus dial: 8-957-5760)
Polk County Events
- Ricochet on the Ropes - Girls
06/19/2013 - Polk County 4-H and FFA Fair Association Meeting
06/19/2013 - 4-H Dog Obedience Class
06/23/2013 - Ricochet on the Ropes - Boys
06/24/2013 - Polk County Extension Council
06/24/2013
All Events for Polk County
Statewide Calendar
