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        <title><![CDATA[Homegrown Lifestyle Network]]></title>
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        <description><![CDATA[Are you eager to connect to the land? Grow your own food in a way that sustains the natural environment? Create a more sustainable way of life?  If yes, the Homegrown Lifestyle Network is for you! ]]></description>
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    <title><![CDATA[Mum's the Word!]]></title>
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    <pubDate>Tue, 23 Sep 2014 15:14:28 +0200</pubDate>
    <description><![CDATA[Who can resist a splash of color in the fall when your flowers are starting to look faded and are dying off? You see those chrysanthemums at the nursery or big box store and grab a few, thinking they'll be a marvelous addition to your garden for years... ]]></description>
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    <title><![CDATA[Crazy for Coneflowers]]></title>
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    <pubDate>Mon, 04 Aug 2014 23:07:26 +0200</pubDate>
    <description><![CDATA[The good news for gardeners is that echinacea is not only useful, it's also a beautiful addition to your perennial beds and borders, and is hardy even in very cold climates (Zone 4). Linn County Master Gardener Becki Lynch provides some tips for growing... ]]></description>
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    <title><![CDATA[Growing Summer Squash]]></title>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 16 Jul 2014 15:55:27 +0200</pubDate>
    <description><![CDATA[The summer months are the perfect time to enjoy summer squash from the garden, but successful growers must clear hurdles to gain a bountiful harvest. In a recent article, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach horticulturalists, Richard Jauron and... ]]></description>
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    <title><![CDATA[Explore Five Diverse Gardens at Garden Walk 2014]]></title>
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    <pubDate>Tue, 10 Jun 2014 20:33:08 +0200</pubDate>
    <description><![CDATA[Join the Linn County Master Gardeners on Saturday, July 12th from 10am- 4pm for their annual Garden Walk ! During this event, participants will have the opportunity to explore five distinctive gardens at the homes of Linn County Master Gardeners. A visit... ]]></description>
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    <title><![CDATA[Raspberry Pruning]]></title>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 04 Jun 2014 18:02:18 +0200</pubDate>
    <description><![CDATA[When growing raspberries, summer pruning is crucial for increasing yields and controlling diseases. However, based on the type of raspberry and the number of crops you are hoping to harvest, summer pruning techniques may vary. In this article, Richard... ]]></description>
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    <title><![CDATA[Emergence of Periodical Cicadas in Iowa]]></title>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 29 May 2014 16:06:14 +0200</pubDate>
    <description><![CDATA[On Thursday, May 29th, the ISU Extension Entomology Department received a call from the Burlington area that the largest group of periodical cicadas, otherwise known as the 17 year "locusts," has begun to emerge. This group of cicadas is the offspring... ]]></description>
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    <title><![CDATA[Become a Backyard Forest Steward!]]></title>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 21 May 2014 00:25:18 +0200</pubDate>
    <description><![CDATA[Trees Forever and the Iowa Department of Natural Resources will hold a two day Stewards program for owners of small backyard forests of 2 to 15 acres. Classes will take place on Saturday, May 31 and Saturday, June 14; attending both classes is required.... ]]></description>
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    <title><![CDATA[Seasonal Garden Chore Calendar]]></title>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 14 May 2014 17:57:13 +0200</pubDate>
    <description><![CDATA[While caring for the yard and garden, it can be challenging to remember which garden chores should take place during each month. Iowa State University Extension and Outreach has simplified the garden care process by creating a calendar that details the... ]]></description>
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    <title><![CDATA[Tips for Tree Planting]]></title>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2014 19:02:24 +0200</pubDate>
    <description><![CDATA[As you visit garden centers to purchase yard and garden supplies, you may have spotted a new tree you'd like to plant to bring beauty and interest to your yard. In addition to appearance, trees offer numerous other benefits to their owners and the environment.... ]]></description>
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    <title><![CDATA[Master Gardener Plant Sale]]></title>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 30 Apr 2014 20:40:42 +0200</pubDate>
    <description><![CDATA[Are you still in search of high-quality plants for your garden? On May 17th, the Linn County Master Gardeners will be holding their annual Plant Sale in the parking lot of the Linn County Extension Office (383 Collins Rd NE, Cedar Rapids). The sale will... ]]></description>
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    <title><![CDATA[New Iowa CSA List Released]]></title>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 16 Apr 2014 15:16:01 +0200</pubDate>
    <description><![CDATA[For those of you who are looking for additional sources of local, sustainable food, ISU Extension and Outreach has recently released a directory of the 2014 Iowa CSA Farms. The directory lists 75 Iowa farms that host CSA operations and includes contact... ]]></description>
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    <title><![CDATA[Spring Care of Strawberry Plants]]></title>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 10 Apr 2014 17:39:19 +0200</pubDate>
    <description><![CDATA[As the days become warmer, the shocks of color we've been waiting for all winter are starting to appear. That means the days of planting our gardens are in the very near future. If you are considering strawberries for your home garden, early spring (April)... ]]></description>
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    <title><![CDATA[Weed Management and Identification]]></title>
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    <pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2014 20:41:41 +0200</pubDate>
    <description><![CDATA[It seems to be a constant battle; as our yards and gardens sprout in the spring, so do their noxious counterparts. Over the course of the growing season, weeds compete with our gardens for nutrients, moisture and sunlight and may become host to diseases... ]]></description>
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    <title><![CDATA[FREE Gardening Lectures]]></title>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 26 Mar 2014 14:28:31 +0100</pubDate>
    <description><![CDATA[It's that time of year again! The 2014 Creative Gardening Series, presented by the Linn County Master Gardeners, kicks off tomorrow, March 27th, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm, at the Cedar Rapids Public Library Whipple Auditorium (450 5th Ave SE). "Small Space... ]]></description>
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    <title><![CDATA[Winter Tree and Shrub Damage]]></title>
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    <pubDate>Mon, 17 Mar 2014 17:16:27 +0100</pubDate>
    <description><![CDATA[Though we are moving out of winter and into spring, the effects of our long, cold winter may be lingering longer than the frigid temperatures. In addition to the usual fall death of annual plants, the extremes of this winter have also impacted many trees... ]]></description>
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    <title><![CDATA[Seed Viability ]]></title>
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    <pubDate>Mon, 10 Mar 2014 17:14:49 +0100</pubDate>
    <description><![CDATA[While leafing through seed catalogs in preparation for the upcoming growing season, it becomes habit to envision the bountiful fall harvest that will result from our extensive labor. In our excitement, we often end up with many more seeds than we can... ]]></description>
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    <title><![CDATA[Upcoming Educational Opportunities]]></title>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 27 Feb 2014 18:19:57 +0100</pubDate>
    <description><![CDATA[Interested in learning some new skills before spring has sprung? This year's FREE Expert Education Classes are coming up soon! Tomorrow, March 1st, from 1-3 pm, Kerry Culp from Iowa State University will be presenting Soil Fertility Analysis for Residential... ]]></description>
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    <title><![CDATA[February Showers Bring...]]></title>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 19 Feb 2014 21:09:25 +0100</pubDate>
    <description><![CDATA[Thoughts of spring! And of the major thaw and April rain showers we will soon be experiencing. While the moisture is great for our gardens and yards, much of the water doesn't end up in the locations where it is most needed. It runs over the sidewalks... ]]></description>
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    <title><![CDATA[Start spring early this year...]]></title>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 29 Jan 2014 23:09:50 +0100</pubDate>
    <description><![CDATA[Impatiently awaiting this year’s growing season for fresh produce? Why wait?! Container gardens provide the option to grow vegetables year round while adding color and interest in your home. To learn more about container gardening, including container... ]]></description>
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    <title><![CDATA[New Year, New Possibilities: Winter Gardening Fair 2014]]></title>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 15 Jan 2014 20:41:38 +0100</pubDate>
    <description><![CDATA[With a new year comes many new opportunities: the chance to learn new information, start new garden plans, and maybe even pick up a new hobby. The 2014 Winter Gardening Fair, presented by the ISU Extension and Outreach Linn County Master Gardeners and... ]]></description>
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    <title><![CDATA[Hone your winter tree id skills at Wickiup Hill]]></title>
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    <pubDate>Tue, 10 Dec 2013 02:18:31 +0100</pubDate>
    <description><![CDATA[Whether you are interested in practicing your naturalist skills, learning how to identify the trees on your own property, or just looking for relief from cabin fever, the naturalists at Wickiup Hill Learning Center invite you to join their Winter Tree... ]]></description>
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    <title><![CDATA[How to request a Master Gardener speaker for your upcoming event]]></title>
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    <pubDate>Tue, 26 Nov 2013 22:16:25 +0100</pubDate>
    <description><![CDATA[Despite the colder weather outside, gardeners are still potting and planning. Some are using season extension methods while others are thinking about next gardening season. In fact, the Linn County Master Gardener Speakers Bureau receives more speaker... ]]></description>
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    <title><![CDATA[Menu and Crop Planning Workshops to Focus on Local Foods ]]></title>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 13 Nov 2013 21:43:28 +0100</pubDate>
    <description><![CDATA[Iowa Valley Resource, Conservation and Development (IVRC&D) will hold two FREE workshops on Dec. 4th at the Johnson County ISU Extension located at 3109 Old Highway 218 S, Iowa City. The first workshop, Menu Planning from 1-4 p.m., is designed for School... ]]></description>
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    <title><![CDATA[Thinking About a Home Greenhouse? Learn all about it Oct. 30 ]]></title>
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    <pubDate>Tue, 29 Oct 2013 15:57:25 +0100</pubDate>
    <description><![CDATA[Linn County Master Gardener Phil Pfister will teach you what's necessary for setting up and operating a home greenhouse including site selection, greenhouse material options, calculating heating and cooling requirements, plant care, and integrated pest... ]]></description>
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    <title><![CDATA[Register now for the 13th Annual Iowa Organics Conference ]]></title>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 24 Oct 2013 22:33:27 +0200</pubDate>
    <description><![CDATA[Iowa State University (ISU) and the University of Iowa (UI) invite you to attend the Thirteenth Annual Iowa Organic Conference, at the Iowa Memorial Union on the University of Iowa campus in Iowa City, Iowa, with a movie and reception on Sunday night,... ]]></description>
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