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Strengthening Families
March 23, 2023
Strengthening Families 10-14 to be offered at Butler School for 5th grade families

 

Well Testing Program April 20
March 6, 2023
Keeping Your Private Well Water Safe

 Free, one-hour learning session for private well owners on April 20.

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March 20, 2023
Custom Farm Rate Results Released for Iowa

Custom farming rates show an increase for most farm practices

beef calf in pasture
March 20, 2023
Extension and Outreach Celebrates National Ag Day

Growing a climate for tomorrow is the focus of weeklong celebration in honor of National Ag Week

used plant containers
March 20, 2023
Prepare Your Garden Tools for Spring
Make sure your garden tools are ready for spring with these handy tips
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March 13, 2023
Rural Iowa Report Shows Large Farms Continue to Grow as Small Farms Decrease

Farm trends publication highlights the changing landscape of Iowa agriculture

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February 22, 2023
Spring Is Ideal Time for Planting Fruit Trees in Iowa

Extension expert discusses selecting and caring for young fruit trees

pruning tree
February 15, 2023
Pruning Guidelines for Shade Trees, Fruit Trees and Shrubs

Extension resources explain pruning basics

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February 2, 2023
Rising Egg Prices Leads to Increased Interest in Backyard Chickens

Small farm expert explains the basics of backyard poultry

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January 26, 2023
Caring for Florist Plants

Tips and advice to keep indoor plants bright and blooming