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November 8, 2019
Private Pesticide Applicator Training Dates

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach in Franklin County has scheduled 2 private pesticide applicator training dates:  December 12, 2019 and February 13, 2020.   This is one way to renew your certification by attending a training each of the three years during the renewal cycle.  For questions or more information call Traci Kloetzer at 641-456-4811. 

November 4, 2019
ServSafe Classes

ServSafe Classes coming up.  Make sure you register 3 weeks before the scheduled class.

October 31, 2019
4-H Club Financial Management

Resources for the new 4-H club financial policy.

October 16, 2019
2020 Garden Calendar - Butterflies: flowers that fly and all but sing

This 12-month calendar showcases butterflies throughout the year, as they bring their special beauty to each page. It is now available!

September 20, 2019
Fall Commercial Applicator Trainings in Franklin County

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, in cooperation with the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS), provides training and certification programs for applicators in Iowa.  Fall classes will be available at the Franklin County Extension office, 3 First Ave NW, Hampton. 

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Newsletters

4-H Monthly Newsletter - 4-H news for Franklin County
Franklin County Ag News Today - Ag news for north central Iowa
Words on Wellness "WOW" Newsletter  - Your extension connection to nutrition and fitness
NC Iowa Agronomy Connection Newsletter - by Angie Rieck-Hinz, ISU Extension Field Agronomist
Yard, Garden, Horticulture & Home Pest News - filled with articles to help with your yard and garden, current horticulture, plant care, pest management, and common household pests written by Iowa State University Specialists
Ag Decision Maker Newsletter - An agricultural economics and business web site

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Searching for Accessibility: Lauren’s Story

Iowa State University graduate Lauren Berglund, who is legally blind, talks about the importance of accessibility on campus. She’s encouraged by ISU Extension and Outreach’s initiative to make all extension educational materials accessible.

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