County News

2013 Iowa Farm Custom Rate Survey
February 27, 2013

The 2013 Iowa Farm Custom Rate Survey followed the recent trend of small, but consistent increases in rates each year. According to William Edwards, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach economist, most operations showed increases of three to five percent over the average rates in the 2012 survey.  Download survey.

Michele Sieren, Jenisa Hanson, Sarah Lenz
Extension 'Reaches Out' During Extension Week
April 5, 2013

Washington County Extension celebrated Extension Week by “reaching out” to partners and stakeholders in the Washington area.  Extension staff delivered back-scratchers with the imprint “Washington County Extension – Reaching Out to You.”   

Why Does EVERYONE Know More About Money Than Me?
April 4, 2013

Have you ever had questions about money and finances? Are you trying to write a budget, save for house/wedding/college?  Join us on Tuesday, April 16 @ 6:30 pm at the Washington Public Library.  See the flyer for more information   

Pancakes & More Breakfast Fundraiser April 20
April 4, 2013

The Washington County  4-H Fundraising Committee will be having a Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser on Saturday, April 20 at the Washington County Fairgrounds.  All proceeds will go towards the Washington County 4-H Program enrollment fees.

Camp counselors
High School Camp Counselors Needed - WE WANT YOU!
April 2, 2013

Don’t watch TV all summer.  Climb a 50 foot climbing wall.  Cook outdoors.  Have a great leadership experience, meet new people, and have lots of fun!   

Cooking over a campfire.
4-H Jr. Camp to be held June 17-21
March 28, 2013

4th – 6th grade 4-H’ers are invited to attend Region 15 4-H Jr. Camp June 17-21.  Junior members will bus together to the Iowa 4-H Center in Madrid for five days and four nights of camping adventures and fun!

Washington County Extension Named 2012 Business of the Year
March 24, 2013

Washington County Extension received the 2012 Business of the Year award at the Washington Chamber of Commerce annual dinner on March 18, 2013.

Ebert Family Donates to 4th Annual 4-H Gala
March 19, 2013

The benefit auction at the Fourth Annual Gala included a barn quilt painted by Kathy Ebert, chair of the Washington County Extension Council. The money raised from her two foot by two foot Ohio Star barn quilt will go to support 4-H programs and clubs in Iowa.

FSQA Training for 4-H & FFA Livestock Exhibitors
March 15, 2013

Any 4-H or FFA member showing livestock at the Washington County Fair and/or the Iowa State Fair are required to be FSQA certified. There are several locations in the area still offering trainings. 

Midwest On Target Show Goat Camp
March 14, 2013

The second annual Midwest On Target Show Goat Camp will be help May 25 & 26 on the Davis County Fairgrounds in Bloomfield, IA.   Click here for more information. 

Wild Flower book developed by Keokuk County Master Gardeners
March 11, 2013

The Keokuk Master Gardeners have published a Wild Flower book. There are 28 wild flowers in this book, with descriptions of the flowers, where to find them and when they will bloom. This book is a way to get youth interested in outdoor activities, horticulture and wild flowers. There is a scavenger hunt with scoring for finding the flowers in the book. 

IJBBA Sanctioned Open Cattle Show April 20
February 22, 2013

The 2013 Washington County Spring Preview Show will be held on Saturday, April 20.  The IJBBA sanctioned show is sponsored by Washington County 4-H County Council.  Profits from this event go toward fairground improvements and the Washington County 4-H program.  Download flyer.

Intermediate 4-H Trip to Chicago April 12-13
February 13, 2013

7th and 8th grade 4-Hers are invited to register for the Intermediate Trip to Chicago April 12 -13.  Visit the Sky Deck at the Willis Tower, Shedd Aquarium, Cubs Baseball Game, Museum of Science and Industry, and Medieval Times Dinner and Show!

4-H Single Source Commercial Swine Class Returns
February 1, 2013

The Single Source Commercial Swine Class was new for the 2012 county fair and is returning again in 2013.  All pigs from this class come from one swine producer in the county and only compete against each other.

Private Pesticide Applicator Training /Testing Dates
January 8, 2013

Private pesticide applicators may attend trainings at the Washington County Extension Office.  Trainings and testing are offered at many locations.

NEW!!! 4-H Share - A - Lamb Class
January 8, 2013

4th  – 6th grade 4-H families - We have a possible new 4-H class just for you!  The Share-A-Lamb Class gives you the opportunity to obtain a lamb from a lamb producer in Washington County and work in partnership with them.  Sign up by Feb 1.  Please read the attachment for more information.

Ak-Sar-Ben Swine & Feeder Calf Nomination Process
January 7, 2013

All youth intending to exhibit swine or feeder calves at Ak-Sar-Ben 4-H Livestock Exposition in Omaha, Nebraska in September must have DNA samples, waivers, and payment to the Washington County Extension Office by June 15.  

Premise ID
January 6, 2013

A national animal identification system is necessary to help protect American animal agriculture from disease threats. The ability to find potentially sick or exposed animals early in a disease outbreak is essential to controlling the outbreak quickly.

Review and Quiz Modules for Iowa Commercial Pesticide Applicator Core Manual Now Available
January 5, 2013

A new CD, the Iowa Core Companion, now is available to assist those preparing for the commercial pesticide applicator core exam. It provides review and practice quizzes for a better understanding of the material covered in the Iowa Core Manual. Washington

Personal Bankruptcy Education Available
January 3, 2013

Individuals filing for personal bankruptcy can turn to Iowa State University Extension and Outreach for the education that is required during the bankruptcy process. “Financial Success: Recovery after Bankruptcy” is available through the national website

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