Hardin County Extension & Outreach

Hardin County Extension & Outreach Iowa State University Extension and Outreach connects Iowa State University’s research to Iowans through practical, community-based learning.

This page is managed by the Hardin County ISU Extension and Outreach Office. Hardin County ISU Extension and Outreach Office
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach connects the university’s research to Iowans through practical, community-based learning. We serve Hardin County by delivering research-based education and resources for families, farmers, youth, and communities. Visit our website: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/hardin/
Learn more: https://www.extension.iastate.edu

06/18/2026

Busy Buttons scheduled for June 20th has been canceled!

✈️ Aerial Application Continuing Instruction Course (C-CIC) – Register Today! 🌱 Don't miss this opportunity to earn cont...
06/16/2026

✈️ Aerial Application Continuing Instruction Course (C-CIC) – Register Today! 🌱

Don't miss this opportunity to earn continuing instruction credit for your aerial application certification!

📅 Upcoming Showing Dates:
✅ Tomorrow! Wednesday, June 17 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
✅ Wednesday, August 19 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

⚠️ Important Information:
The Aerial Application C-CIC will also cover Commercial Ag Categories 1A, 1B, and 1C ONLY for applicators who are currently certified in Aerial Application (Category 11).

❗ If you are not certified in Category 11, this training will not count toward Categories 1A, 1B, and 1C.

Please verify your certification status before registering.

📞 To register or ask questions, contact the Hardin County Extension Office:
☎️ 641-648-4850
📧 [email protected]

Reserve your spot today!

06/15/2026

🎨✨ BUTTONS, BUTTONS, BUTTONS! ✨🎨

Looking for a fun summer activity for your K-3 child? Join us for our Busy Buttons Workshop on June 20th from 9:00–11:00 AM at the Hardin County ISU Extension Office!

🌼 Create a colorful flower or adorable animal using buttons of all shapes and sizes!

🎨 Let creativity shine with a hands-on craft project.

🍀 Perfect for Clover Kids and open to ALL youth in grades K-3.

🏆 Projects can even be shared at Clover Kids Sharing Day!

💲 Cost: $10 per child

💵 Please bring a check or exact cash payment on the day of the workshop.

📞 Register by calling 641-648-4850

📧 Or email [email protected]

Bring your imagination and get ready for a button-tastic morning of creativity and fun! 🎉🧵🐞🌸

Tag a friend who loves crafting and helps us spread the word! 💚🍀

06/12/2026

🌱☀️ Mow, mow, mow your lawn... but summer lawn care takes a little more than that! 🚜💚

As spring fades into summer, our lawns start feeling the heat. While all that spring rain may have had you mowing every few days, warmer temperatures and drier conditions can put stress on your turf.

Want to keep your lawn looking its best this summer?

🌿 Raise your mowing height
💧 Water deeply and only when needed
✂️ Avoid removing more than 1/3 of the grass blade at a time
☀️ Help your lawn stay healthy during hot, dry weather

A few simple adjustments to your lawn care routine can make a big difference in keeping your yard green and thriving all summer long!

Learn more about summer lawn care from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach:
👉 [https://yardandgarden.extension.iastate.edu/how-to/summer-lawn-care]

🌱 Tell us in the comments: What's your least favorite summer lawn chore—mowing, watering, or pulling weeds? 😄👇

06/11/2026

Babysitting Workshop Scheduled for June 18th has been canceled!

06/09/2026

🫘 Bean there, grown that! 🫘

Look at these beautiful beans! From classic green to vibrant purple and sunny yellow, green beans can add a pop of color to your garden and your dinner plate. 🌱✨

Did you know green beans are one of the easiest vegetables to grow? They're perfect for beginner gardeners and can keep producing all summer long when harvested regularly!

🌞 Plant in full sun
💧 Keep them watered
🧺 Pick often for the best harvest
🐞 Watch for pests and other common garden challenges

A little care goes a long way toward a basket full of fresh, crunchy beans!

Want tips on planting, caring for, and troubleshooting your bean crop? Check out Iowa State University Extension and Outreach's guide to growing green beans:
[https://yardandgarden.extension.iastate.edu/how-to/growing-green-beans]

👇 Tell us in the comments:
What color beans are growing in your garden this year?

🎨🧵 **Busy Buttons Workshop – June 20!** 🧵🎨Did you miss our last Busy Buttons workshop? Good news—you still have another ...
06/09/2026

🎨🧵 **Busy Buttons Workshop – June 20!** 🧵🎨

Did you miss our last Busy Buttons workshop? Good news—you still have another chance to join the fun!

Kids in grades K-3 are invited to create their very own button masterpiece using colorful buttons of all shapes and sizes. Participants can design a flower or animal creation to take home and even bring to Clover Kids Sharing Day! 🌼🐞

This hands-on workshop is perfect for young creators and is open to both Clover Kids and non-Clover Kids.

📅 **Date:** June 20
⏰ **Time:** 9:00–11:00 AM
📍 **Location:** Hardin County ISU Extension Office, 831 S Oak St., Iowa Falls
💲 **Cost:** $10 per child (please bring exact cash or check)

Spots are limited, so be sure to register today!

📞 Call: (641) 648-4850
📧 Email: [[email protected]]

We can't wait to see all the creative button creations your kids make! 🌟

Want to stay ahead of the latest agronomic challenges and production practices? Don't miss this opportunity to learn dir...
06/08/2026

Want to stay ahead of the latest agronomic challenges and production practices? Don't miss this opportunity to learn directly from Iowa State University experts and see current research in the field!

📅 June 25, 2026
⏰ 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Northern Research Farm
310 S. Main St., Kanawha, IA

🔍 Topics Include:
✅ Mid-season oat production practices
✅ Herbicide injury plots and identification
✅ Current agronomic issues impacting Iowa growers
✅ Research-based recommendations you can apply this season

Whether you're a farmer, agronomist, crop advisor, industry professional, or simply interested in crop production, this field day offers valuable insights and practical takeaways for the 2026 growing season.

🌱 See the research. Ask questions. Connect with fellow producers.

Mark your calendar and plan to join us for a morning of learning, networking, and field-based discussion!

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831 S OAK Street Suite A
Iowa Falls, IA
50126

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Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm

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