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Call Iowa Concern for Help Coping with Stress of Avian Influenza

April 1, 2022, 1:40 pm | Tammy Jacobs
Young man with smartphone by Rymden/stock.adobe.com.

When avian influenza infects a poultry operation, the impact can be far-reaching. Producers, workers, families and communities can face immediate and long-term consequences. The stress can be hard to handle. For help, Iowans can call Iowa Concern, 24/7. (Iowa Concern public service announcement audio files available for download.) [node:read-more:link]

Call Iowa Concern for Help Coping with Stress of Avian Influenza

April 1, 2022, 1:40 pm | Tammy Jacobs
Young man with smartphone by Rymden/stock.adobe.com.

When avian influenza infects a poultry operation, the impact can be far-reaching. Producers, workers, families and communities can face immediate and long-term consequences. The stress can be hard to handle. For help, Iowans can call Iowa Concern, 24/7. (Iowa Concern public service announcement audio files available for download.) [node:read-more:link]

4-H County Fair Experiences Continue – Sometimes without the Fair

July 14, 2020, 2:48 pm | Debbie Nistler, Valyn Bodensteiner
Linn County 4-H fair experiences are virtual this year.

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, county fair boards across the state are partnering with county extension councils and Iowa State University Extension and Outreach staff to create safe, quality 4-H county fair experiences for youth. In some counties, that means postponing the entire fair or canceling many activities, focusing only on youth shows and moving activities to a virtual platform. Others are moving forward with some type of in-person experience for youth, though it may be limited. [node:read-more:link]

4-H County Fair Experiences Continue – Sometimes without the Fair

July 14, 2020, 2:48 pm | Debbie Nistler, Valyn Bodensteiner
Linn County 4-H fair experiences are virtual this year.

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, county fair boards across the state are partnering with county extension councils and Iowa State University Extension and Outreach staff to create safe, quality 4-H county fair experiences for youth. In some counties, that means postponing the entire fair or canceling many activities, focusing only on youth shows and moving activities to a virtual platform. Others are moving forward with some type of in-person experience for youth, though it may be limited. [node:read-more:link]

ISU Extension and Outreach Cancels Events, but Still Serves Iowans

April 10, 2020, 3:08 pm | John D. Lawrence
ISU Extension and Outreach.

Most Iowa State University Extension and Outreach in-person events throughout the state through May 31 have been canceled. However, ISU Extension and Outreach remains committed to serving Iowans during the COVID-19 pandemic. For information on specific events, please contact your ISU Extension and Outreach county office.  (Audio file available.) [node:read-more:link]

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