The Buchanan County Master Gardeners were named the 2019 recipient of the Search for Excellence Award, an ISU Extension and Outreach award that recognizes Master Gardener projects that have made an impactful and innovative difference in Iowa communities. Read more about Buchanan County Master Gardeners Receive Excellence Award
The 2019 Iowa Swine Day will bring expert speakers to Ames to address African Swine Fever, what makes a biosecurity program successful, improving company culture, precision pork production and feeding the high-producing sow. Read more about Iowa Swine Day 2019 Expands Educational Offerings
As delegates to the National 4-H Conference, five Iowa 4-H members are grateful for the opportunity they had to play a contributing role in government, and work with other youth from across the United States on current youth issues. Read more about Iowa Delegates Return from National 4-H Conference
As flood waters are receding, the renovation of flooded pastures is just beginning. ISU Extension and Outreach specialists recommend producers check pasture plants for survival as they begin the renovation process. Read more about Step Two in Flood Recovery of Pastures Is Renovation
Flooding throughout Iowa this spring has damaged farm land, public parks and recreational spots, and has caused increased pressures on drainage systems. These conditions can impact this season’s morel mushroom hunting. Read more about Use Caution When Morel Mushroom Hunting in Flooded Areas
Ranch riding is becoming increasingly popular among horseback riders. Iowa Equine Day, May 4, is an opportunity to learn more about ranch riding.
Read more about Iowa Equine Day Includes Educational Sessions and Riding Clinic
Designed for beginning-level crop scouts, as well as those looking to receive a refresher course on crop scouting principles, the course provides hands-on, in-field experience to crop scouts for the 2019 growing season. Read more about Field Scouting Basics Workshop Is One-day Crop Scouting Course
Just in time for the summer growing season, the Master Gardener Program with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will offer three, one-hour educational webcasts. Read more about Master Gardeners Plan Three Summer Webcasts
Consider these tips from Iowa State University horticulturists to help ensure a successful start to the gardening season. Read more about Yard and Garden: Vegetable and Flower Transplants
Children are more likely to build money management skills and develop sound financial habits when what they learn at school is reinforced at home. A new curriculum from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach helps teachers and parents work together to increase financial literacy in Iowa youth Read more about New Curriculum Helps Children Learn Sound Financial Habits
With help from a friendly robot named Dash, 17 Clover Kids from four counties practiced their skills in programming, problem-solving and creativity. They were participating in the Iowa 4-H Wonder League Robotics Exposition, held April 6 in Ames. Read more about Iowa 4-H Clover Kids Explore Computer Science Through Wonder League
Iowa farmers, food systems advocates and business owners can count on the resources of Iowa State University Extension and Outreach as they have in the past – now under a new program name: Farm, Food and Enterprise Development. Read more about ISU Extension and Outreach Programs Merge to Create Farm, Food and Enterprise Development Team
To help expand Iowans’ knowledge of conservation in their own communities, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is continuing its Master Conservationist Program across the state. Read more about Master Conservationist Training Continues Across Iowa
A training course to become a Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance designated Preventive Controls Qualified Individual will be held in Ames, Iowa, Aug. 13-15. Read more about Preventive Controls for Animal Food Course Set for Aug. 13-15
Whether a producer keeps a few poultry birds or several thousand, common external parasites such as fleas, ticks, lice and mites can be devastating. A new Iowa State University Extension and Outreach publication provides a list of common parasites that affect poultry, along with a chart that compares the different insecticides available. Read more about Take Action Against External Parasites and Pests in Poultry
Pesticides and other lawn and garden chemicals should be applied in a way that is safe for both the applicator and the environment. A new publication from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach compares the toxicity of common lawn, garden and ornamental chemicals used to control insects, weeds and pathogens in Iowa. Read more about Compare Toxicity in Lawn and Garden Chemicals
When their tulips and daffodils no longer bloom, many gardeners wonder why. Iowa State University Extension and Outreach horticulturists offer guidance on what to do when these spring favorites fail to flower. Read more about Yard and Garden: When Tulips and Daffodils No Longer Bloom
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach has partnered with Google and local public libraries and other organizations to bring free "Grow with Google" workshops to Iowa, April 15–17 in Des Moines, Council Bluffs and Davenport. Read more about Grow with Google Workshops Come to Iowa
Can your recordkeeping system survive a flood, fire or tornado? Losses from disasters often may include financial documents and other important papers. The “Getting Organized” workbook from ISU Extension and Outreach can help you record your personal and financial information in one place. Read more about Organize Personal, Financial Records to Find Information When Needed
One of the goals many parents have for their children is to watch them grow into independent young people. However, independence brings its own set of challenges, says Barbara Dunn Swanson, a human sciences specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. Read more about Help Children Become Independent, Resolve Conflict
The Iowa Learning Farms webinar Wednesday, April 17, will discuss the importance of soil quality for agriculture production. Read more about Webinar Takes a Look at Why Improving the Soil Pays Dividend
Hungry pests begin to emerge with warm spring weather and spread to favorite foraging spots such as trees, shrubs, gardens and crop fields. To raise awareness of damaging pests, April 2019 has been proclaimed Invasive Plant Pest and Disease Awareness Month. Read more about Be Aware of Hungry Pests This Spring and Summer
The flavor of homegrown potatoes is well worth the effort. Select a variety that grows well in Iowa and has the characteristics you desire, then follow these planting tips. Read more about Yard and Garden: Planting Potatoes
Beth Doran, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach beef specialist, recommends producers get out in their fields as soon as possible to assess damage to pastures and hay ground and check out possible disaster assistance. Read more about First Step in Recovering Flooded Pastures and Hay Ground
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Week is April 8-13. Iowa’s 100 county extension offices will host activities throughout the week focused on celebrating extension’s presence across the state. Read more about Celebrate ISU Extension and Outreach Week April 8-13
