Emerald Ash Borer Discovered in Cherokee County
Emerald ash borer has been detected in Cherokee County for the first time. This is the 77th county in the state where this invasive pest has been found.
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I-29 Moo University Dairy Beef Short Course Planned
The annual I-29 Dairy Beef Short Course with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will be held March 23, virtually.
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Extension and Outreach Offers Virtual Food Systems Certification
The Local Food Leader Certification by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach teaches critical factors for successful food systems development.
Great Iowa Road Trip Planned to Revive Small Businesses and Local Economies
This spring, the public is invited to participate in the Great Iowa Road Trip, a weekend event planned to help revive Iowa’s small businesses and small towns. The April 30-May 1 event will be a coordinated, mapped tour of businesses and attractions in southern Iowa.
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New Publication Offers Reminders and Resources for Cattle Care During Cold Weather
Cold weather care for beef cows is the topic of a new publication from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.
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Explore Opportunities for Livestock with Silvopasture Management
A Feb. 24 webinar with Iowa Learning Farms will provide an introduction to silvopasture management.
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Ag Decision Maker Unveils New Look for 25th Anniversary
The new site includes a wide range of resources for both crop and livestock producers, including whole farm resources, business development resources, information for cooperatives and the energy markets.
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Southeast Iowa Agricultural Research Association Annual Meeting Planned
The Southeast Iowa Agricultural Research Association annual meeting will be held virtually this year on March 4 via Zoom.
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Water Quality and Quantity Improvements in the Clear Creek Watershed
Join Iowa Learning Farms and Iowa Nutrient Research Center for a free virtual field day March 4 featuring the efforts in the Clear Creek Watershed.
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Learn about Each Other, Improve Relationship in Virtual Meeting for Couples
For a strong and lasting relationship, couples must make a constant effort to update each other on daily happenings, circumstances, wants and needs. Learn more in a Feb. 24 virtual meeting from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.
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Digital Accessibility Courses Available for Purchase
Five eCourse packages covering the actual process of producing accessible digital documents are available for purchase from the Extension Store, according to Kristi Elmore and Rachel Tendall with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.
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Speaker Lineup Set for Siouxland Garden Show’s 2021 Virtual Series
The Siouxland Garden Show committee has announced the lineup for the 2021 virtual presentations.
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Growing Together Mini-Grants Awarded to 32 Iowa Projects
Communities across Iowa will receive Master Gardener Mini-Grants to support food security and promote healthy food access.
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Swine Building Ventilation Workshops Set for March
Workshops begin March 15 and will cover swine building ventilation with experts from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.
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Edge of Field Conservation Funds Available for Polk and Story Counties
Learn about the availability of new water quality funds within the South Skunk River Watershed, during a Feb. 25 webinar with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.
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Nelson Represents Iowa State University on Iowa State Fair Board
Andrea Nelson has been named to the Iowa State Fair Board. She will represent Iowa State University and ISU President Wendy Wintersteen. Nelson is assistant vice president for county services with ISU Extension and Outreach.
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Learn about the Nutrient Retention Capacity of Wetlands in Southwestern Ontario
Learn how the challenges faced in rural Ontario, Canada, are similar to those in Iowa during a Feb. 17 webinar with Iowa Learning Farms.
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Virtual Workshop Helps Couples Prioritize Their Relationship
A healthy relationship is based on maintaining trust and commitment – through regular, day-to-day circumstances as well as unpredictable situations. Couples will learn about tools they can immediately use to improve their relationship during a Feb. 17 workshop from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.
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Read Across Iowa Celebrations to Encourage Reading with Children
Read Across Iowa will launch March 1 and begin a month-long celebration to bring the joys of reading to kids of all ages. Agriculturally themed Read Across Iowa events will be held across the state and will feature books and materials about agriculture that will appeal to all readers.
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Dairy Goat Webinar to Focus on Kid Management Strategies
Dairy goat webinar with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will continue on March 3.
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Iowa Pork Regional Conference to Offer Educational Insight
Swine specialists with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will offer updates for pork producers during regional conferences.
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USDA/NIFA Funded Farm and Ranch Wellness Project Shows Success
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach and extension partners in seven north central states continue to provide stress assistance programs and resources to support people engaged in farming, ranching and other agriculture-related occupations.
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Farm Couples Can Enjoy a Weekend Getaway This Spring
Farm couples in need of a relaxing break have three weekend options this spring, provided by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach and partners.
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Water Rocks! Launches New Spoken Word Workshops for Middle and High School Students
Conservation workshops are available for secondary students, courtesy of Water Rocks! and Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.
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Explore Iowa's Aquatic Wildlife Diversity
Learn about the vast array of aquatic diversity during a Feb. 10 webinar with Iowa Learning Farms.
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