Tractor Short CourseIn conjunction with our county FFA program, we had the second annual tractor short course. Youth from ages 8-17 participated in 6 sessions over a three-month period. If they attended four of the six sessions and assisted with the antique tractor show, they earned the reward of attending the National Farm Machinery Show in Louisville. In total we had 8 4-Her participate fully in the program and attend the award trip....
I use applied research to address issues in the natural resources community, particularly in the field of ecosystem restoration as it applies to streams impacted by urban, agricultural, an... 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