On social media “10 Reasons Your Child Should Join FFA or 4-H”was posted by JoAnn Alumbaugh“The skills that our youth learn by participating in these organizations are:1. Leadership skills.2. Knowledge of agriculture.3. Healthy living.4. Confidence.5. Good sportsmanship.6. Work ethic.7. Community service.8. Lifelong friendships.9. Scholarship opportunities.10. And many other skills.As mentioned, these are life skills that will serve your child in adulthood. Help them enjoy all the benef...
W. Garrett Owen is an Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist of floriculture, greenhouse and controlled-environment crop production in the Department of Horticulture at the University of Kentuck... More
According to the U. S. Department of Commerce, STEM occupations are growing at 17%, while other occupations are growing at 9.8%. STEM degree holders have a higher income even in non-STEM careers. Scie... Read More
The life of the high school senior is full of “adult” decisions: selecting a college, picking a major, choosing a career path, and moving out! Although todays adolescents are technologically advanced ... Read More
Small Appliance WorkshopNew, trendy small appliances seem to be coming out on the market at a rapid rate. These are often marketed to consumers to save time, money and energy. These products are often... Read More
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 18.5% (or 13.7 million) of children and adolescents are obese. To address this problem, the Hickman County Cooperative Extension Service im... Read More