Clayton County Extension and Outreach Media for September 24th
Clayton County ISU Extension & Outreach Media Packet for 9/24/26
October 9
10:00 AM On-Farm Dairy Processing Forum: Waukon Waukon, IA
October 14
7:30 PM Clayton County Extension Council Meeting Elkader, IA
October 21
9:00 AM Forest, Aquatic and Right-of-Way Pest Control C-CIC Elkader
October 25
2:00 PM 4-H Citizenship Tri-County Meeting Elkader, IA
November 4
9:00 AM Ornamental and Turf Pest Control C-CIC Elkader, IA
November 5
12:30 PM Dairy Queso Fresco Workshop Manchester, IA
4-H Council Comes Together for Leadership & Team-Building Experience
On Sunday, September 20, members of the Clayton County 4-H Council gathered for an evening of connection, leadership, and fun during a county council retreat. The retreat provided an opportunity for council members to build relationships, strengthen leadership and communication skills, and prepare for the year ahead.
Youth explored what it means to serve as a 4-H ambassador while discussing the expectations and responsibilities that come with their leadership roles. Through a variety of hands-on activities, council members participated in both large- and small-group challenges designed to strengthen teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
The evening wrapped up with goal setting, calendar planning, and idea sharing. Council members outlined their goals for the upcoming 4-H year, including becoming more involved in their communities through service activities and serving as positive role models for other youth.
The retreat reflected the 4-H mission of empowering youth to make the best better through leadership, citizenship, and hands-on learning. With new goals and ideas in place, Clayton County 4-H Council members are ready to take on the year ahead and make a positive difference in their communities.
Contact the Clayton County Extension Office at 563-245-1451 for more information on the 4-H program.

26-27 Clayton County 4-H Council members:
Front Row-Tenley Borman, Payton Stannard, Avery Fette, Crystal Goodrich, Olivia Thein, Briella Schutte, Jenna Hamann and Lennox Moser
Back Row- Mason Loan, Nolan Gaul, Tyce Zittergruen, Griffen Hammersland, Blake Hunt, Ashley Schilling, Abigial Schilling and Brooklynn Martins
Additional Stories Published Online
The following news releases have been published on the Iowa State University Extension and Outreach website.
Handling Livestock SafelyPublished: September 23, 2026
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach beef field specialist Chris Clark is reminding livestock handlers to prioritize their safety and others’ when working with livestock.
Generations of Safety: Keeping Family Farms SafePublished: September 23, 2026
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is reminding families that farm safety needs to evolve as family members grow up and grow older.
2026 Siouxland Agricultural Lender’s Seminar Set for Oct. 29 in Sioux CenterPublished: September 22, 2026
Agricultural lenders, consultants, farm financial advisors and producers are invited to attend the 2026 Siouxland Agricultural Lender’s Seminar on Thursday, Oct. 29.
Abby Boysen Hired as Regional Director for Iowa State University Extension and OutreachPublished: September 22, 2026
Abby Boysen has accepted the position of regional director with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach serving Clinton, Muscatine and Scott counties. She begins the position Oct. 1.
Growers Invited to 2026 High Tunnel Short Course in MadridPublished: September 22, 2026
The Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Commercial Horticulture program will hold the 2026 High Tunnel Short Course at the Iowa Arboretum in Madrid, Iowa, on Nov. 11.
Health and Wellness: The Foundation of Farm SafetyPublished: September 22, 2026
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach reminds Iowans to prioritize health and wellness during the busy harvest season.
Asters and Mums: More Than Just Fall ColorPublished: September 21, 2026
Asters' and chrysanthemums' colorful blooms bring vibrant shades of purple, pink, blue, white, yellow, orange and red to the autumn landscape.
ATV Safety Tips for the FarmPublished: September 21, 2026
As part of National Farm Safety and Health Week, Sept. 21–25, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is reminding drivers of all-terrain vehicles to operate with safety in mind.
Share the Road This Harvest SeasonPublished: September 21, 2026
During National Farm Safety and Health Week, Sept. 21-25, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is urging all drivers to use caution on Iowa’s roads this fall.
Open Meetings and Open Records Training Offered Oct. 20Published: September 21, 2026
Newly elected and appointed public officials, including board and commission members, can review Iowa's open meetings and public records laws during an Oct. 20 online session offered by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Community and Economic Development.
New StrengthenHER Study Aims to Help Women 50–75 Build Strength and Preserve IndependencePublished: September 18, 2026
Researchers at Iowa State University are recruiting participants for StrengthenHER, a multiyear research study designed to help women ages 50 to 75 reduce their risk of sarcopenia, the age related loss of muscle mass that can affect strength, mobility and long-term independence.




