Upcoming Events
Farmers and those who advise them on conservation practices should consider attending a field day Nov. 19, from 3-6:30 p.m. at the Iowa State University Southeast Research and Demonstration Farm, near Crawfordsville.
6:30PM at Mahaska County Extension Office
https://www.extension.iastate.edu/mahaska/page/garden-gate-newsletter
6:30PM at Mahaska County Extension Office
https://www.extension.iastate.edu/mahaska/page/garden-gate-newsletter
The 19th annual Iowa Organic Conference will be held Nov. 24-25, at the University of Iowa in Iowa City. Producers and experts from across the country will share tips for transitioning into organic production and methods to enhance organic operations.
6:00PM at Mahaska County Extension Office
https://www.extension.iastate.edu/mahaska/page/garden-gate-newsletter
The red-cockaded woodpecker has been the focus of conservation efforts for many years. Management of their nesting sites is extremely important for reproduction and longevity. In this webinar, we will learn about the behavior, history, and management strategies to bring endangered red-cockaded woodpeckers back to the urban forest. https://learn.extension.org/events/3603
Wreath-making workshop in Chariton. Register by December 2.
https://www.extension.iastate.edu/calendar/ShowEventDetail.asp?programID=305092&sessionID=380145
Come join the Tama County Master Gardeners and learn how to make a beautiful Winter Container Garden. Bring your own container filled with sand or dirt and any purchased pieces you would like to add to you container. Ribbon and natural materials including evergreen and pine cones will be provided. Master Gardeners will teach you how to put it all together creating a beautiful arrangement for your front step/porch. Please register at the Extension Office by 12-6-19. 641-484-2703. Cost $20. https://www.extension.iastate.edu/calendar/ShowEventDetail.asp?programID=304701&sessionID=379672
Saintpaulia, otherwise known as the African violet, is one of the most popular houseplants for good reason. Learn about the history and care requirements of these beautiful blooms and take home an African violet of your own.
https://www.dmbotanicalgarden.com/event/african-violets-history-and-care/
6:30PM at Mahaska County Extension Office
https://www.extension.iastate.edu/mahaska/page/garden-gate-newsletter
Muscatine County Master Gardeners and Muscatine Community College’s Continuing Education Department are again offering its popular Art of Gardening day-long seminar on Saturday, March 21, 2020. The Art of Gardening seminar is used to educate and inspire others to seek enjoyment and fulfillment through a variety of home gardening related topics and activities. Nearly 25 breakout sessions are scheduled for the day as well as vendor exhibits.
https://www.extension.iastate.edu/calendar/ShowEventDetail.asp?programID=305188&sessionID=380248
Plant Sale in Oskaloosa
https://www.extension.iastate.edu/calendar/ShowEventDetail.asp?programID=301906&sessionID=376330