Polk County News
2008 Iowa 4-H Youth Conference (Posted on 4/17/2008)
The date has been set for the 2008 Iowa 4-H Youth Conference, Animal Science ROUNDUP, and CSI: Crops. From June 24-26, over 1,000 youth from across the state are expected to attend this annual event held at Iowa State University. This year's theme is "Ignite the Flame!" 
Annie's Project 2008 (Posted on 4/16/2008)
Annie's Project - a comprehensive educational program and support network for Midwestern farm women taught in a computer lab. 
Food & Fitness Newsletter (Posted on 4/3/2008)
The May Newsletter is now posted. Current and past issues of the monthly Food & Fitness newsletters are also available. Each issue has recipes and food safety information. 
ServSafe (Posted on 3/14/2008)
The reputation of your foodservice establishment is only as good as the quality - and safety - of the food you serve. Research has shown that training employees in safe food a handling significantly improves food safety practices. 
Crop Marketing Strategies (Posted on 3/11/2008)
SELLING YOUR INSURANCE BUSHELS - April Newsletter Now Posted - Plus Current and Past Issues of Crop Marketing Strategies Newsletter. 
Average Value of Iowa Farmland Tops $3,900 an Acre in 2007 Survey (Posted on 12/28/2007)
The average value of an acre of farmland in Iowa increased by just over $700 during the past year, to an all-time high of $3,908, according to an annual survey conducted by Iowa State University (ISU) Extension. The land boom is being driven by the developing biofuel economy, according to Mike Duffy, ISU Extension farm economist who conducts the survey. 
Chef Charles Says...Newsletter (Posted on 12/27/2007)
April Newsletter Now Posted! "Chef Charles Says..." is a fun way to help older adults know more about nutrition and food selection. Each issue contains interesting articles, puzzles and a recipe. 
EFNEP - Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (Posted on 9/19/2007)
Iowa State University Extension - Polk County offers FREE nutrition education to low-resource families. Families with children up to 10 years of age or expecting parents can receive eight nutrition lessons in their home. 
Nutrition and Health Webcasts and Podcasts (Posted on 9/19/2007)
Nutrition and Health Webcasts and Podcasts - This page is under construction and all links may not be live at this time. Please continue to check for updates. 
Crop Watch Blog (Posted on 5/17/2007)
Crop conditions in Iowa can change rapidly during the growing season. That’s why Iowa State University and Iowa Farmer Today have teamed up to launch CropWatch Blog. 
Community Matters Newsletter (Posted on 3/12/2007)
Community Matters - a Quarterly Publication for Iowa Leaders from Extension Community and Economic Development 
Iowa Food Insecurity & Hunger (Posted on 9/12/2006)
Iowa families and the communities they live in are working together to solve the problems of individual, household and community food insecurity and hunger. Food insecurity affects health, worker productivity, growth and development of children, sense of well-being and quality of life.
Order Form for MyPyramid Materials (Posted on 12/2/2005)
Form to order MyPyramid tear pads or posters from the Iowa Beef Industry Council or ISU Extension Publications Store. Brain Development: Windows of Opportunity (Posted on 8/11/2005)
“Research shows that infants have critical periods for brain development. Find out why these “windows of opportunity” are critical to helping a child learn.” 
Food Fun Fitness Run! Game (Posted on 5/23/2005)
Food Fun Fitness Run! is a fun way for youth to learn about good nutrition. Players answer nutrition fact questions to advance and collect points. 
Food Safety By The Numbers Game (Posted on 5/23/2005)
Food Safety By The Numbers Game - a "Jeopardy" style game to help participants learn about food safety. Taking Control of Your Money (Posted on 12/30/2004)
Can't Pay Your Bills?
This web-based course gives you a step-by-step process that teaches you what you need to do to take control of your money and get out of debt. Parenting Pipeline/Centsible Parenting Newsletters (Posted on 11/17/2004)
School offers many opportunities for your child to learn and grow. Each grade level brings changes and challenges. As parents you want information, education and support for dealing with parenting skills, child development and family life. Iowa State University Extension provides monthly newsletters tailored to the September - May school year.
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