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Summers begins new journey as WVU Extension 4-H agent in Cabell County
A familiar face has moved into a new a role as the 4-H youth development agent in
Cabell County.
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.
4-H, senate page and college days: Braxton County student starts her path as a Mountaineer
With an active interest in learning more about government, Jamie Yoder used the skills she learned in 4-H to land a position working on Capitol Hill and studying at West Virginia University.
West Virginia Small Farm Conference to help local farmers grow food and communities
Food has a way of bridging divides and bringing people together. And, today, there’s a growing desire among communities, restaurants and schools to use high quality, locally sourced ingredients.
Students encouraged to find purpose as volunteers through summer reading program
Each summer, hundreds of volunteers provide life-changing experiences for West Virginia youths. Through the WVU Extension Service Energy Express summer reading program, AmeriCorps members, volunteers and others are helping to enhance reading and comprehension skills for students throughout the state.
Grant provides opportunity for 4-H pollinator project to create more buzz
Tiny insects make worldly impacts.
Students, families invited WVU Day at the Legislature
Students, families, 4-H’ers and alumni are invited to learn more about the exciting programs and engage in hands-on activities during the 2020 WVU Day at the Legislature. The free event, hosted by WVU and WVU Extension Service, is open to the public and will take place at the Capitol in Charleston on Jan. 21, 2020, from 9 a.m. to noon.
WVU Extension Service welcomes new agent to Hampshire County
A passion for agriculture and a desire to serve the community are two qualities commonly found in a West Virginia University Extension agriculture and natural resources agent.
WVU Extension Service Agriculture and Natural Resources faculty receive national recognition
Two faculty members from West Virginia University Extension's Agriculture and Natural Resources unit were nationally recognized for their dedication and commitment to meeting the needs of West Virginia residents at the National Association of County Agricultural Agents Annual Meeting and Professional Improvement Conference.