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USDA Grants and Guaranteed Loans
(Posted on 1/20/2008)
Grants and guaranteed loan financing are available for agricultural producers and rural small businesses to help business related facilities (not residential) reduce energy costs and plan for and market value added products.

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Reciprocity: Rural Communities & the Retail Marketplace
(Posted on 5/24/2007)
Many people today are willing to drive many miles to get what they want. Research shows that communities differ in their ability to attract customers. Why do some communities appeal to consumers more than others?

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ISU Extension Offers Tips for Users of Geographic Information Systems on International GIS Day
(Posted on 11/18/2009)
Observance of International Geographic Information Systems Day highlights resources available from ISU Extension for users of GIS computer software.

Resources from ISU Extension