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Iowa State University Extension and Outreach: Woodbury County

Today, more than ever before, families need resources they can count on.

That’s why Woodbury County Extension is committed to providing information and assistance Siouxlanders have counted on for generations.

From family nutrition to financial planning; from 4-H to economic development; from parenting to gardening, Woodbury County Extension is here for you.

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What's Happening at Woodbury County Extension.

2010 Stakeholder Report from Region 5 Extension Education Director Sherry McGill.

Regional Extension News for October and November, 2012.

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County News

Midstates Community and Economic Development Conference Set for April 4, 2013
February 23, 2013

The annual Midstates Community and Economic Development Conference brings together community and business leaders, volunteers, professional developers, and elected officials from the three-state area to share their experiences and learn new ideas for community and rural development.

The Midstates Conference will be held Thursday, April 4 from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Marina Inn, 4th and B Streets, South Sioux City, Neb.

Growing Interest in Wind and Solar Energy Addressed at 2013 Conference
February 27, 2013

A growing interest in alternative energy sources, sparked by soaring oil prices and the development of large wind farms in northwest Iowa, has raised many questions about wind and solar energy.  Iowa State University (ISU) Extension and Outreach in Woodbury and Plymouth Counties, along with other partner organizations, addressed these issues at the 2013 Wind and Solar Energy Conference that was held on  Tuesday, Feb. 26 at the Sioux City Convention Center.  170 people attended the conference.  Below are some of the materials shared at the conference.

Seeds of Change: Siouxland Garden Show moves to Sioux City Convention Center
February 23, 2013

The 2013 Siouxland Garden Show is all new!  Now three days, Friday, March 22 - Sunday, March 24 the Siouxland Garden Show has moved to the Sioux City Convention Center, 801 4th St., Sioux City and is now three full days of vendors, Educational Sessions, How-To's and a new Make and Take center.  More days to learn, shop and create at the all new Siouxland Garden Show.

Yard and Garden: Pruning Trees
January 18, 2013

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach horticulturists discuss the best time to prune common Iowa trees. Find answers to common yard and garden questions at the Yard and Garden FAQs website, http://expert.hort.iastate.edu/.

Emerald Ash Borer 2012 Surveillance Summary
January 18, 2013

Traps, sentinel trees, visual surveys and other surveillance efforts show pest is only in eastern Allamakee County in northeast Iowa, according to the Iowa Emerald Ash Borer team.

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Robert Dodds Receives Iowa Urban and Community Forestry Award
April 5, 2013 10:58 AM

The Iowa Urban and Community Forestry Council has recognized Robert Dodds, regional director for Iowa State University Extension and...

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