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Agriculture and Natural Resources From Pesticide Education to Livestock Programs Farmers across the county rely on the use of pesticides to be able to effectively produce row crops, forages or other types of agricultural products. Some pesticides are labeled as a restricted use product that requires a pesticide license to buy and apply. These licenses…
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From Gardens to Ag Days – Spring Growth in ANR Outreach From April to June, ANR programming included a variety of educational and community engagement efforts. A home vegetable gardening class was offered, which taught participants how to start and maintain a successful garden. A forage farm tour was also held, covering a wide range…
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Thanksgiving is a time for gratitude, family, and, of course, the turkey! However, safely preparing your turkey is essential to ensure everyone enjoys the feast without unwanted foodborne illnesses. Below is a comprehensive guide based on recommendations from the CDC and USDA on how to thaw and cook your turkey safely. Thawing Your Turkey Safely…
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Written by Emily Williams, FACS Agent School is back in full swing and the days are filled to the brim with after school sports, practices and more. With the start of school comes busy and chaotic mornings that could lead to grabbing a biscuit on the go or skipping breakfast all together. Many studies have…
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Learn how to cook with your new herb/spice/seasoning by clicking the name of your favorite spice. Please click the link, not the picture.
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At the Vernal Equinox, the Sun crosses the celestial equator on its way north along the ecliptic. For those of us without a sun dial or a farmer’s almanac, the previous sentence can be simply translated. Spring is here! March 20th marks the first day of spring for those of us living in the Northern…
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Energy drinks (Red Bull, Monster, 5 Hour energy), soda, coffee, and tea seem to be the first thing people reach for when they need a boost of energy. That boost of energy usually comes in the form of caffeine. Caffeine works by blocking the effects of adenosine, a brain chemical involved in sleep. By blocking…
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Properly planned meal preparation can help both your waist line and your budget. Meal preparation means food inventory, recipe research, grocery shopping, cooking, meal portioning, and storing your meals. Most families do the cooking, portioning, and storage on a daily basis. With proper planning, most of the cooking that you do all week long can…
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The weather is warming and warm season perennial grasses are coming out of dormancy. Our lawns are greening up nicely and its time to start setting them up for a beautiful green summer. Knowing the right time to apply fertilizers, soil amendments, and pest control options is critical to the sustainability and health of your…
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