ISU Extension and Outreach - Benton County

07/21/2026

We're Hiring a Benton County Youth Coordinator!

Benton County Extension and Outreach is seeking a Youth Coordinator to lead the county’s 4-H Youth Development program, providing engaging opportunities in leadership, citizenship, STEM, healthy living, agriculture, communication, camps, clubs, fairs, and more. This dynamic position works closely with volunteers, 4-H club members, schools, community partners, and families to help youth build valuable life and career skills while expanding opportunities for all young people across Benton County.

Applications will be accepted until 4:30 p.m. on Friday, July 24, 2026, or until the position is filled. To apply, submit a Resume, References, and Application for Employment. You can download the application and learn more at https://www.extension.iastate.edu/benton/.

ISU Benton County Extension and Outreach
501 1st Avenue, Vinton, IA 52349 | [email protected] | 319-472-4739

07/13/2026

We're Hiring a Benton County Youth Coordinator!

Benton County Extension and Outreach is seeking a Youth Coordinator to lead the county’s 4-H Youth Development program, providing engaging opportunities in leadership, citizenship, STEM, healthy living, agriculture, communication, camps, clubs, fairs, and more. This dynamic position works closely with volunteers, 4-H club members, schools, community partners, and families to help youth build valuable life and career skills while expanding opportunities for all young people across Benton County.

Applications will be accepted until 4:30 p.m. on Friday, July 24, 2026, or until the position is filled. To apply, submit a Resume, References, and Application for Employment. You can download the application and learn more at https://www.extension.iastate.edu/benton/.

ISU Benton County Extension and Outreach
501 1st Avenue, Vinton, IA 52349 | [email protected] | 319-472-4739

4-H empowers youth to reach their full potential.

07/09/2026

It's that time of year! With the start of canning season, Benton County ISU Extension and Outreach offers a free service to test your pressure canner and ensure it’s working correctly. Stop by the office with your lid on Wednesday, July 22, from 9:00- 11:00 AM, or drop off before this time and pick it up after at your convenience.

📅 July 22, 2026
⏰ 9:00 – 11:00 AM
📍 Benton County ISU Extension & Outreach 501 1st Ave, Vinton IA

07/06/2026

🚨 It's the last week to register your kids for LEGO camp! Beginning engineering and coding, no experience necessary. Reach out with any questions- we'd love to have you join us! 🐬

Image Youth can dive into a summer of discovery with two engaging 4‑H LEGO ocean-themed day camps hosted by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach in Van Horne.

07/02/2026

If your Cloverbud didn't receive their graduation certificate at the fair, don't worry! Their certificate will be available for pickup at the Extension office. Congratulations to all of our Cloverbud graduates we're so proud of you! 💚

07/02/2026

We still have a few items in our Lost & Found from fair week! If any of these are yours, you can pick them up at the office. Please stop by during office hours to claim your belongings!

06/29/2026

Fairentry is currently experiencing some issues with using 4hOnline credentials. We are aware and so is FairEntry. I will post when I know more. Thank you!

06/29/2026

We hope you all had a great 2026 Benton County Fair! We have loved seeing all of your posts and photos. Keep them coming!

Please take a moment to fill out the 2026 Benton County Post-Fair Survey. Submissions are anonymous and we appreciate your time and thoughts. Anything further can be sent to [email protected]. Thank you!

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Please click the link to complete this form.

06/28/2026

Congrats to the Herdmanship and Township Winners at the 2026 Benton County Fair!

- Club Booth: Eldorado Young Master Farmers = 107
- Poultry: Benton FFA = 400
- Swine: Harrison Willing Workers =340
- Sheep: Fremont Go Getters = 395
- Meat Goat: Florence Go Getters =356
- Beef: Center Point - Urbana =394
- Bucket Bottle: Polk 101 =380
- Dairy Goat: Jackson Better Farmers =400
- Dairy Cattle: Fremont Go Getters =390
- Horse: Harrison Willing Workers =372
- Rabbit: Florence Go Getters =398

06/28/2026

🍀 4- H Auction today at Noon!