Benton/Tama Nutrient Reduction Demonstration Project to hold field day August 2

SHANNON MITCHELL, BSWCD
August 6, 2015 5:17 pm

The Benton/Tama Nutrient Reduction Demonstration Project will host a field day at Rodgers Park, just north of Vinton, on August 25, 2015. The focus of the field day is how to pick cover crops that best fit various farming operations.

4th St. Diner August Menu

4TH ST. DINER
July 30, 2015 2:41 am

Click to view Evening Meals -Serving Time: 5:30-6:30 pm Site will close at 8:30 pm  Tuesday, August 4th Roast Turkey, Sweet Potatoes, Green Beans, Mixed Fruit, Angel Dessert, WW Bread, Margarine and Milk.

Farm equipment field day and demonstration – August 2, Van Horne

BENTON COUNTY EXTENSION
July 22, 2015 7:35 pm

Whether you raise row crops or vegetables, scaling up your operation requires investment in equipment, tools and infrastructure. But which equipment is right for your farm, now and in the future? Join Eric and Ann Franzenburg, who have been operating a diversified farm since 1992, at a Practical Farmers of Iowa field day they are hosting on Sunday, August 2, from 3-5 p.

Local florist Cashman prepares for Kirkwood design show

VINTON TODAY
July 16, 2015 9:48 am

Emily Cashman, one of the flower arrangers at Nature's Corner, is preparing her entries for the 2015 Garden Tea Party at Kirkwood College, where she is a member of the Floral Careers Class.

How to avoid heat stress in cattle

BENTON COUNTY EXTENSION
July 15, 2015 10:37 am

With continuing weather forecasts of temperatures in the mid- to upper 90s and heat index topping 100 degrees in Iowa, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach beef veterinarian Grant Dewell reminds beef cattle producers that properly preparing for these weather conditions is vital to maintaining herd health.

4th STREET DINER NEWS

4TH ST. DINER
July 3, 2015 11:57 am

  4th Street Diner HACAP North Benton Center 202 East Fourth St Vinton, IA 52349 319-472-4761   Serving Buffet from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM, Sunday thru Friday.

ICBA honors Farmers Bank for 100th year

VINTON TODAY
July 1, 2015 10:13 pm

The Independent Community Bankers of America® (ICBA) congratulates Farmers Savings Bank & Trust in Vinton, IA for reaching an important milestone in serving its local community.

Greenhorn Grazing Program continues with Dyersville event July 21

BENTON COUNTY EXTENSION
June 30, 2015 9:15 am

VINTON, Iowa – Participants in the Greenhorn Grazing program last month learned about identifying plant species, watering systems and managed grazing techniques at the John Schupbach farm near Elgin, Iowa.

Advance Grazing Skills Offered at Workshop for New Livestock Farmers

BENTON COUNTY EXTENSION
June 26, 2015 6:10 pm

Experience grassroots strip grazing and common watering lanes used for beef cattle Farmers can improve their grazing management through the Grassroots Grazing program, a new grazing systems education and networking program intended for young and beginning farmers and hosted by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.

Farmers Savings Bank century celebration continues

VINTON TODAY
June 26, 2015 12:49 pm

Asher Lehman went to the bank with his grandma on Friday, and came home with a cupcake and a $5 bill.  He was one of many people who helped Farmers Savings Bank-Vinton celebrate its 100th anniversary.