Turkey Talk
(Posted on 11/1/2009)
Cooking turkey for the holidays is a hot topic. Find out safe procedures to ensure a happy holiday meal.

Healthy Meals In A Hurry
(Posted on 10/23/2009)
Time savings, cost saving, and nutritiuos meals is the topic at the "Healthy Meals in a Hurry" workshop. Sign up now and learn how to cook with "eat now and eat later" recipes.

Families Can Build Strengths, Cope with Stress during Tough Times
(Posted on 10/16/2009)
“Layoffs, state budget cuts and overall economic uncertainty can chip away at a family’s ability to cope. Just when they need each other’s support the most, stress may push family members apart,” says Mary L. Hughes, an Iowa State University Extension family life program specialist.

Seasonal Forage Questions for Fall 2009
(Posted on 10/6/2009)
The first frost of the autumn generally brings a flurry of forage related questions. These questions usually center on three general topics: Toxic prussic acid potential and management of frosted sudangrass and sorghum sudangrass hybrids Is frosted alfalfa toxic to grazing animals? Now that we've had frost, should I harvest the last alfalfa cutting?

An Apple A Day
(Posted on 9/28/2009)
Does an apple a day, keep the doctor away? A medium sized apple has less than a 100 calories and is a good source of antioxidants. According to Barb Fuller, ISU Nutrition and Health Program Specialist, apples are also a great source of fiber and are easy to store.

Changes Mean Endings and New Beginnings
(Posted on 8/17/2009)
Major life change often triggers strong emotions and inner turmoil.. Donna Donald, Iowa State University Extension family life field specialist, says understanding the three phases of the transition process can help people deal with their reactions to a difficult change.

Nasty Nine
(Posted on 8/17/2009)
Have you been tempted to use well advertised financial solutions to pay a bill when you were in a tight spot? The total cost may surprise you!

4-H Rocks in Taylor County!
(Posted on 5/28/2009)
Find out more about 4-H! Did you know there were seven active clubs in Taylor County? You are already a member? All 4-H Recordkeeping Forms are available here!

Save Money and Eat Healthy with Spend Smart. Eat Smart.
(Posted on 1/16/2009)
Are you spending more and more on food and ending up with less and less? Does the thought of meal planning make your head spin? Do leftovers become mold-covered “science projects” cluttering your refrigerator? Barb Fuller, MA, RD, LD, ISU Extension Nutrition and Health Field Specialist announces a new program.

Recent Iowa Hay Prices
(Posted on 8/15/2008)
Find out what the most recent hay prices have been paid at auction in the past weeks.