Since COVID 19 became an issue in the world in 2020 we have seen an influx of folks moving from out-of-state into our area. Many of the people have little to no background in farming and are trying to find an agriculture enterprise that they benefit from operating on their farm. Small ruminants often become one of the main talking points and interests to folks. With the increase in interest in sheep and goats not only from the out-of-staters moving to the area, but even by the local farmers the ...
For many of the young people who live in Cumberland County, 4-H mentors are much more than tutors or project leaders — they are hope, they are comfort, they are family. They are the pathway to a promi... Read More
Extension Agents are informed community leaders and can add value to planning efforts on a wide range of diverse topics. The active community involvement of Extension Agents, coupled with ongoing Exte... Read More
Cumberland County continues to reap the benefits of a project that first began 8 years ago as a youth service project focused on community beautification and revitalization. The Partners with Pride pr... Read More
The Cumberland County Extension Service dedicates a considerable amount of resources towards volunteer development and program administration. Volunteers play an integral role in many Extension progra... Read More