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Building Positive Relationships in the Watershed

The Iowa Watershed Academy helps educate and inform watershed coordinators about the kinds of issues that matter in Iowa's watersheds. Organized by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach,...

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Emerald Ash Borer Confirmed in Plymouth County

Federal identification has confirmed the presence of the emerald ash borer in Iowa's Plymouth County for the first time. The invasive, ash tree-killing insect from Asia has now been found in 36...

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Cattle Producers Invited to USDA Listening Sessions on Cattle Contracts Library Program

The Cattle Contracts Library is a pilot program designed to increase market transparency for cattle producers, according to Beth Doran, beef specialist with Iowa State University Extension and...

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Connect, Learn, and Grow with Extension and Outreach

Through campus and regional specialists and staff in 100 county extension offices, Iowa
State University Extension and Outreach builds a strong Iowa by connecting Iowans to the
resources of Iowa State.

871K Adults and youth education contacts

22k Support calls answered

115k Pounds of produce donated.

123k Youth reached through 4-H