Agriculture & Natural Resources News

See hired as Preston County’s WVU Extension agriculture and natural resources agent

Carrie See recently began her position as the West Virginia University Extension agriculture and natural resources agent and assistant professor in Preston County. Growing up in Preston County and having previously worked for WVU Extension, See brings knowledge and experience to this position.

See previously worked as the agriculture and natural resources agent, program assistant and visiting instructor for Preston County, and as a program coordinator for the WVU Extension Small Farm Center .

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WVU students – on and off campus – to benefit from gifts from Farm Credit of the Virginias

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2021 West Virginia Small Farm Conference goes virtual to help local farmers continue to grow food and communities

Even through a global pandemic, our local farms and food systems have proven to be vital across West Virginia. However, there were still plenty of struggles among our small farm community over the last year.

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WVU land reclamation specialist’s new book explores future of Appalachia’s coal-mined landscapes

After more than 30 years of experience in the mining reclamation field, Jeff Skousen, land reclamation specialist for West Virginia University Extension and professor of soil science in the WVU Davis College of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Design, decided it was time to develop his own book about land reclamation in Appalachia.

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WVU Extension Service to offer education and community to state’s female farmers through online curriculum

Women farmers from across the state have come together each fall for the last seven years to participate in West Virginia University Extension Women in Agriculture program’s annual conference, sharing knowledge and networking. Even though this year’s in-person conference has been canceled, learning opportunities and community building will continue with a unique online educational program developed to keep the state’s women farmers, innovators and entrepreneurs informed and connected.

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Friend joins WVU Extension Service as agent in Harrison County

Equipped with a passion for agriculture education and lifelong ties to West Virginia University Extension Service, Jennifer Friend has joined our Agriculture and Natural Resources program as the agent in Harrison County, effective July 1.

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WVU Extension Service announces new entomology specialist

West Virginia University Extension has welcomed a new specialist to its Agriculture and Natural Resources program. Effective June 15, Carlos Quesada joined the team as the entomology specialist, an essential position to round out the program’s integrated pest management efforts.

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WVU Extension Service experts caution residents about unsolicited seed packages

In recent weeks, residents in West Virginia and other states have reported receiving unsolicited packages containing seeds that appear to have originated from another country. The West Virginia University Extension Service Agriculture and Natural Resources program urges those who’ve received these seeds to proceed with caution, as the packets could contain seeds of invasive plant species.

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WVU Extension Service invites home gardeners to participate in spring webinar

All across the Mountain State, residents have shown a renewed interest in home gardening and growing some of their own food. With gardening season upon us but social distancing rules still in place, West Virginia University Extension Service faculty have had to develop creative, new ways to deliver knowledge and expertise to their local communities and beyond.  

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WVU Extension gardening program sees bumper crop of participants after coronavirus shutdown

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WVU Extension Service and Wyoming County food pantry provide nutrition and inspiration through poultry project

Wyoming County is nestled between the steep mountains of southern West Virginia with equally steep economic struggles. 

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WVU Extension and farmers work together to grow state’s agritourism industry

From pick-your-own patches and interactive farm tours to corn mazes and unique lodging experiences, West Virginia University Extension helps agritourism to preserve and promote West Virginia’s diverse and historic culture. 

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