tag:https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/feeds/%25 2026-04-11T22:40:19-05:00 Anonymous extensionweb@iastate.edu https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/clover-kids-bring-birthday-joy-poweshiek-county-families-through-community-project 2026-04-10T14:33:40-05:00 2026-04-10T13:55:54-05:00 Kids and Teens-4-H

What began as a simple conversation about helping neighbors quickly grew into a countywide effort rooted in compassion. Poweshiek County Clover Kids set out to ensure that every child and every adult could celebrate their birthday with joy, and during Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Week, they launched a heartfelt project that exceeded expectations.

https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/field-future-learning-opportunities-iowa-youth-crop-scouting-competition 2026-04-08T11:18:50-05:00 2026-04-08T10:44:52-05:00 Crops, Kids and Teens-4-H, STEM

The 2026 Crop Scouting Competition for youth is set for July 27, according to Iowa 4-H and the Iowa State University Integrated Pest Management program. The competition will take place at the Field Extension Education Laboratory in Boone. The deadline to register is July 1.

https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/iowa-state-university-extension-and-outreach-host-two-new-summer-cooking-camps-youth 2026-04-02T15:31:50-05:00 2026-04-02T13:15:39-05:00 Food, Nutrition and Health, Kids and Teens-4-H

Youth may register now for two new Cyclone Kitchen Summer Camps to be held on the Iowa State University campus in June. Designed for students entering fourth through seventh grade, these hands-on culinary camps give youth the chance to explore cooking, creativity and healthy living in a real teaching kitchen. Human Sciences Extension and Outreach is offering the camps in partnership with Iowa 4 H Youth Development.

https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/beyond-ready-iowa-4-h-prepares-youth-ai-powered-world 2026-02-23T10:11:18-06:00 2026-02-23T09:33:44-06:00 Kids and Teens-4-H, STEM

Iowa businesses and industries, including agriculture, are implementing artificial intelligence, and the state’s workforce must adapt. That’s why Iowa 4-H is preparing young people for an AI-powered world, whether they are headed to higher education or directly into the workforce.

https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/iowa-4-h-state-council-kicks-conference-planning-winter-retreat 2026-02-16T14:56:14-06:00 2026-02-16T13:34:46-06:00 Kids and Teens-4-H

Planning for this summer’s Iowa 4-H Youth Conference is officially underway as youth leaders from across the state gathered for the Iowa 4-H State Council Winter Retreat at the Des Moines Y Camp in Boone.

https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/junior-state-science-and-technology-fair-iowa-receives-governors-stem-seal-approval 2026-02-04T14:06:14-06:00 2026-02-04T13:49:46-06:00 Kids and Teens-4-H, STEM

The Junior State Science and Technology Fair of Iowa has received the Governor’s STEM Seal of Approval from the Iowa Governor’s STEM Council, recognizing the program’s excellence in advancing high-quality STEM learning opportunities for elementary students across Iowa.

https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/iowa-youth-teams-receive-international-recognition-and-state-awards-their-plant-moon-research 2026-01-30T10:44:36-06:00 2026-01-30T10:29:09-06:00 Kids and Teens-4-H, STEM

Two Iowa teams were recognized for their outstanding research projects during the 2025 Fall Plant the Moon Challenge Awards Program on Jan. 14. Three additional teams were selected for state awards through the Iowa 4-H Program.

https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/iowa-4-h-delegates-reflect-2025-national-4-h-congress-experience 2026-01-27T15:34:37-06:00 2026-01-27T15:15:00-06:00 Kids and Teens-4-H

Eighteen Iowa 4-H youth joined hundreds of young leaders from across the country for the 2025 National 4-H Congress. Reflections from Iowa’s delegates highlight the strong impact of the event on their leadership development, confidence and collaboration.

https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/cook-confidence-and-healthy-habits-iowa-4-h-virtual-cooking-school 2026-01-27T16:36:37-06:00 2026-01-26T15:38:23-06:00 Kids and Teens-4-H, STEM

The next 4-H Clover Power Virtual Cooking School is scheduled for Feb. 5. The live, online program — designed for any youth in grades K–12, regardless of 4-H enrollment — brings young cooks together from across Iowa to learn practical kitchen skills, nutrition and food safety right from their own homes.

https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/media-advisory-real-impact-2025-report 2026-01-23T11:27:23-06:00 2026-01-23T10:36:09-06:00 About, Community Economic Development, Crops, Kids and Teens-4-H, Finances, STEM

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach has released its Real Impact 2025 Report, which shares how ISU Extension and Outreach addresses issues in the state and creates opportunity for Iowans, including: AI education for youth through 4-H, work with the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program, Community and Economic Development efforts that help communities attract investment, and more.

https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/iowa-4-h-invites-families-create-life-changing-memories-through-2026-japanese-youth-exchange-program 2026-01-23T11:30:33-06:00 2026-01-23T10:05:54-06:00 Kids and Teens-4-H

Iowa 4‑H Youth Development is seeking Iowa families to open their homes for the 2026 States’ 4-H Exchange program, a three‑and‑a‑half‑week summer homestay. Families do not need to be involved in 4-H to participate. Interested families should apply online by April 15.

https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/be-spark-young-innovators-volunteer-2026-state-science-and-technology-fair-iowa-judge 2026-01-13T14:07:10-06:00 2026-01-13T13:58:52-06:00 Kids and Teens-4-H, STEM

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is seeking judges for the State Science and Technology Fair of Iowa, taking place March 26-27 at Hilton Coliseum in Ames. Students in grades 6–12 from across the state will gather to showcase their original research and engineering projects during Iowa’s largest STEM competition for youth.

https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/iowa-4-h-members-showcase-equine-knowledge-eastern-national-horse-roundup 2026-01-09T10:33:05-06:00 2026-01-09T09:44:21-06:00 Kids and Teens-4-H, Livestock

Iowa 4-H youth showcased their passion, leadership and exceptional equine knowledge on the national stage during the 2025 Eastern National 4-H Horse Roundup. Representing Boone, Story and Tama counties, Iowa youth competed in both horse judging and hippology.

https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/registration-opens-new-iowa-4-h-livestock-and-meat-judging-pop-clinics 2026-01-09T10:29:03-06:00 2026-01-09T09:28:50-06:00 Kids and Teens-4-H, Livestock

Iowa 4-H Youth Development has partnered with the Iowa State University Department of Animal Science to launch a new Livestock and Meat Judging Pop-up Clinic, a series of four hands-on learning events scheduled across Iowa this April. Registration is now open.

https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/hooked-all-year-iowa-4-h-launches-winter-fishing-series 2025-12-18T16:45:56-06:00 2025-12-18T15:56:01-06:00 Kids and Teens-4-H

The Iowa 4-H Statewide Fishing Club kicks off its ice fishing series Dec. 29, inviting youth in grades 4-12 to stay active, learn new skills and experience Iowa’s waters year-round. With hands-on learning, expert instruction and friendly competition, the 2025-2026 season is off to a strong start.

https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/iowa-youth-lead-way-national-4-h-ai-agriculture-challenge 2025-12-11T10:02:12-06:00 2025-12-11T09:55:11-06:00 Kids and Teens-4-H, STEM

The National 4-H AI in Agriculture Challenge has announced its 2025 fall winners, with Iowa youth taking center stage. The challenge celebrates youth innovators nationwide, inviting youth to design AI-powered solutions that tackle real-world agricultural challenges, support farmers, strengthen food systems, and advance the future of agriculture.

https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/iowa-4-h-advances-artificial-intelligence-education-during-2025-national-computer-science-week 2025-12-09T11:33:52-06:00 2025-12-09T11:30:21-06:00 Kids and Teens-4-H, STEM

Iowa 4-H is celebrating National Computer Science Week, Dec. 7–13. This year, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is engaging youth across all counties in computer science and introductory artificial intelligence activities throughout December and beyond.

https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/iowa-4-h-judging-team-breaks-top-5-american-royal 2025-12-09T11:13:52-06:00 2025-12-09T09:35:02-06:00 Kids and Teens-4-H, Livestock

The Iowa 4-H Livestock Judging Team delivered an outstanding performance at the 2025 American Royal Livestock Judging Contest, earning multiple top 10 finishes and placing fifth High Overall Team among some of the nation’s strongest competitors.

https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/youth-across-iowa-compete-2025-4-h-meat-judging-contest 2025-12-04T09:37:49-06:00 2025-12-04T09:25:52-06:00 Kids and Teens-4-H, Livestock

The annual Iowa 4-H Meat Judging Contest brought a surge of excitement to the Iowa State University Meat Lab as 39 youth competitors from 10 counties showcased their skills in retail meat identification and meat cut evaluation.

https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/iowa-4-h-launches-new-ai-bootcamp-high-school-youth 2025-11-18T11:27:23-06:00 2025-11-18T08:51:09-06:00 Kids and Teens-4-H, STEM

Registration is now open for the new Iowa 4-H Artificial Intelligence Bootcamp, taking place Dec. 29–31 at the Digital Ag Innovation Center in Ames. Iowa high school youth in grades 9–12 are invited to explore artificial intelligence, computer science and emerging technologies through practical, hands-on learning.