Dairy Design Workshops to Be Held This Spring
Three dairy workshops will focus on design and ventilation of calf and heifer facilities. Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is offering the workshops March 27, March 31 and April 3.
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Dairy Beef Short Course to Focus on Carcasses and Animal Health
Learn about carcass quality and animal health at the I-29 Moo University Dairy Beef Short Course, March 24 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
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Track Your Small Farm Marketing Costs with This Toolkit
Learn how to track the true cost of marketing specialty crops with this helpful toolkit from the Farm, Food and Enterprise Development Program at Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.
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Water Rocks! Brings Soil and Water Education to Story County High Schools
The Water Rocks! program has launched a new education module for high school students at two Story County schools.
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Yard and Garden: Diagnosing Problems When Growing Transplants Indoors
Home gardeners can learn to overcome some of the problems encountered when starting transplants indoors. Get tips from horticulture specialists with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.
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Southeast Iowa Agricultural Research Association Plans Annual Meeting
Farmers and crop advisers will get an update on the market situation, grain storage, and safety and sustainability in agriculture during the Southeast Iowa Agricultural Research Association annual meeting March 5 in Iowa City.
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Growing Together Mini-Grants Awarded to 29 Iowa Projects
Twenty-nine county projects will receive Growing Together Mini-Grants through Iowa State University Extension and Outreach’s SNAP-Education. The gardening projects are intended to increase food security and food access across Iowa.
Make Safety Your First Priority When Emptying Grain Bins
Remember to think safety when emptying out your grain bins and storage equipment.
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Parents of Children with Special Health, Behavioral Needs Can Find Support
Caring for a child with a chronic health condition or special behavioral needs can be an emotional journey. The daily unpredictability can add to family stress. But caregivers can find help with Powerful Tools for Caregivers, says Malisa Rader, a human sciences specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.
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Get a Head Start on Planting News at Northeast Research Farm Meeting
Learn about timely topics related to planting and the 2020 growing season at the Northeast Iowa Agricultural Experimental Association annual meeting March 11.
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Extension and Outreach Adds New Crops Feed the World Lessons
Six new courses have been added to this popular online program for Iowa youth.
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Regional Pork Conferences Offer Health, Feed and Market Info
Learn about quality assurance, pork production and market information during the annual series of Iowa Pork Regional Conferences, Feb. 17-21.
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Guide Training Workshops Are Enrolling Now
Registration is now open for statewide Guide Training workshops at three Iowa locations. This program was created for staff and volunteers who lead guided programs at Iowa’s cities and tourism attractions.
Learn More about Ractopamine and Swine
Two Iowa State documents help answer questions about the ractopamine feed additive for swine.
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Swine Building Maintenance the Topic of Statewide Workshops
The overall profitability of a livestock production operation greatly depends on the age of the buildings. Swine producers can learn about building maintenance and upkeep at any of five workshops in March.
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Feb. 20 Webinar Probes Weather, Climate Issues Facing Growers
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is partnering to offer a free webinar called “Dealing with the Changing Climate in Agriculture: Issues in 2020 and Beyond.” The session will air Feb. 20 from noon to 1 p.m.
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Yard and Garden: The Art of Growing Seedlings Indoors
Starting seedlings indoors can be a fun, rewarding hobby. Horticulture specialists with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach offer tips and techniques for home gardeners.
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North Central Iowa Research Association Plans Outlook Meeting
Get a growing season outlook and learn about corn planting date research at the annual meeting of the North Central Iowa Research Association, March 4 in Clarion.
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Water Rocks! on Track to Reach More Than 150,000 Iowa Students
This water education program based at Iowa State University continues to educate Iowa's youth about conservation and water quality.
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Workshops Planned for Morel and Oyster Mushroom Certification
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will offer workshops on March 21 and April 4 for anyone interested in being certified to sell morel and oyster mushrooms within Iowa.
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Tri-State Forest Stewardship Conference to be Held in Illinois
The 25th edition of the Tri-State Forest Stewardship Conference will draw foresters and landowners from Iowa, Illinois and Wisconsin to the Highland Community College in Freeport, Illinois, March 14.
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Field Crop Scout School to be held in March
Learn effective and efficient crop scouting techniques prior to this year's growing season. Registration is open for the 2020 Field Crop Scout School, March 7, on the Iowa State University campus.
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Yard and Garden: Start Seeds with the Right Supplies
Get a head start on your flower and vegetable seedlings by following some basic steps.
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Online Training Addresses Iowa Regulations, Licensing, Food Safety for Home Based Food Operators
Food Safety and Iowa Regulation and Preparation Training modules are now available online 24/7 from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. The modules are intended for exempt home food operations and home bakers who make and sell foods out of their homes or sell produce at farmers markets.
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Learn to Prune Trees Successfully with Video Instructions
This new video series explains the principles of pruning and gives step-by-step instructions.
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