ISU Ext. Dallas Co.

Calling Dallas County businesses and vendors!  Join us at the Trunk or #Treat hosted by #Minburn 4-H Club #Business & Vendor Sign Up >> go.iastate.edu/OXM2GQ Event Information >> fb.me/e/5JvRrBHkk #desmoines #westdesmoines #adel #Grimes #granger #Waukee #vanmeter

Severe weather is common in Iowa and the Midwest, from spring and summer tornadoes, hail storms, and excessive heat to the blizzards of winter. Staying safe requires preparation and staying informed about upcoming weather conditions. See more at extension.iastate.edu/disasterrecove…

On the occasion of Memorial Day, let us remember and honor the sacrifices of hundreds of men and women who gave their lives for the country. Happy Memorial Day. Our office will be closed, on Monday, May 27 in observance of Memorial Day.

✔️ Iowa Native Prairie Plants ✔️ Online Local Food Leader Certification  ✔️ Ask a Master Gardener  conta.cc/4bvlmxx Want to receive the Dallas County Extension Newsletter by email? Sign up for our newsletter >> go.iastate.edu/NXPFSQ

Looking to spruce up your #garden or #yard? Call 515-735-5015 for expert advice from Megan, our Master #Gardener Coordinator. Whether it's pesky pests, tricky plants, or general advice, we've got you covered! You can also contact us through our website at extension.iastate.edu/dallas/master-…

Celebrating Extension Week! Let's take a moment to shine the spotlight on our incredible 3partners and volunteers of Dallas County Extension and Dallas County #4-H! Today, we had the pleasure of delivering a gift basket to our friends at Crossroads Ag, LLC.

The 2024 report was published in the March edition of #Ag Decision Maker and includes 130 responses and 2,805 custom rates provided by Iowa #farmers, custom #operators, and #farm managers. Learn more at extension.iastate.edu/news/farm-cust…

Rain gardens collect and filter rainwater to improve stormwater management. They also can provide an attractive habitat for birds, butterflies, and beneficial insects. store.extension.iastate.edu/Product/12607

Cope better with stress by recognizing impacts, choosing responses, and building resources. Publication addresses change, what happens when you’re under too much stress, how to manage stress, and how to build resources to help. Download for free at store.extension.iastate.edu/product/All-Ab…

Now is a great time to research what kind of lawn seed you would like to purchase. Maybe you have a new lawn to seed or are simply looking to reseed an area that was damaged over the winter. This publication can help! See more at store.extension.iastate.edu/product/5082

It's #taxseason! This two-page sheet lists the values of #farm commodities at the end of calendar year 2023 for use in #tax reporting. See more at store.extension.iastate.edu/product/1784

Unlike crop leases that typically run from March 1 to the last day of February the following year, #pasture leases may be written for a shorter period of time. See more at extension.iastate.edu/dallas/conside…

Learn how to start annual #flowers and #vegetables at home, to enjoy them earlier in the growing season. This publication tells you how to select seeds; choose potting mixes, containers, and seeds; and later move seedlings to the garden. See more at store.extension.iastate.edu/product/4183

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach has released Real #Impact 2023 Report.  See more at extension.iastate.edu/dallas/media-a…

#Guide Training Workshop on April 17 at the Briggs Woods Conference Center in Webster City. The #workshop features professional insider tips and techniques for creating and delivering dynamic programs that focus on attracting adult visitors. See more at go.iastate.edu/VAX4FG.

#Read Across Iowa is a special event held on the 1st of March and is celebrated throughout March to help motivate kids to read. The 2024 theme will be Food Science. go.iastate.edu/H6N2ER

🏠 The evidence-based RHRA resource is for rural communities interested in assessing their current housing situation to ensure that residents have access to safe, affordable, and quality housing. Find this FREE assessment community workshop and resources: bit.ly/2QuuTyy

We’ve got everything from tax updates and pest management considerations to a weather outlook on the #CropsTV program. Watch the 35 episodes all winter, on your schedule! Learn more: aep.iastate.edu/cropstv/. #ISUCrops

Dairy farmers and others who handle dairy calves can learn more about heat stress in dairy cattle during the I-29 Moo University Dairy Webinar Feb. 21, from noon to 1 p.m. Central time. extension.iastate.edu/dallas/heat-st…

An in-person event will be held on Feb. 28, at the Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Webster County office in Fort Dodge, and a remote virtual event will be held on April 3, via Zoom. extension.iastate.edu/dallas/produce…