According to the Governors Office of Early Childhood, only 44.1% of Kentucky children and 43.5% of Logan County children were ready to enter kindergarten in 2022. The Kentucky State University Area Agent for Family and Consumer Science and the Logan County Cooperative Extension Service, in partnership with the Allen, Logan, and Simpson County Early Childhood Council, seek to improve kindergarten readiness in Logan County by engaging and educating families with children ages three to five.The Pre...
Research Focus/Interests. My research focus is on improvement and effective use of genetic and reproduction resources in aquaculture. Research includes studies on DNA marker and color inheritance in o... More
Spider Snack Success March 2024Nutrition and physical activity are important for children to live a healthy lifestyle. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that children eat fe... Read More
Horses and Horsemen – helping horse owners.When developing an extension education program, the terms innovative and impactful are often brought up. How can a program be both of those is a challenge. O... Read More
Gatherings focused on learning about cooking, particularly Italian cuisine, hold profound significance beyond simply mastering culinary techniques. These gatherings foster a sense of community and con... Read More
Consuming the recommended number of vegetables each day is linked to a reduced risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, some cancers, and obesity. This equals 2 to 3 cups of vegetables a day, depending... Read More