Extension
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Science, Engineering and Technology for Youth and Adults
Science, Engineering, Technology and Life Skills
S. Campbell, T.Yankey
Integrated Plant Pest Management
Soils
4-H Health Core Curriculum
An understanding of soil science is essential to production of forages, grain crops, tobacco and home horticulture production. Fertilizer is expensive. Understanding judicious use of fertilizer, proper application (both rate and timing) is essential to help producers profit margin.
Using an integrated plant pest management program also increases producer's profitability. A successful pest management program also reduces harm to the environment. New producers need to learn that more is not better.
Youth who study the natural environment and gain appreciation for natural resources will become wise stewards of the environment.
Fewer plant pesticides will be introduced to the natural environment.
Clientele will implement integrated pest management practices and and utilize information gathered through Extension training's, workshops, field days, newsletters and publications.
Producers will use soil testing, IPM practices and best management practices to make their operations more sustainable.
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Audience: Commercial producers
Project or Activity: On-site visits; topic related field days
Content or Curriculum: Research-based information
Inputs: Agent knowledge, approved publications, on-site visits, specialists input
Date: Throughout the year
Audience: Anderson County residents
Project or Activity: Pesticide training
Content or Curriculum: Research-based information
Inputs: Facility, approved training materials
Date: Spring
Audience: Anderson County 4th Grade Students
Project or Activity: Environmental Camp Program
Content or Curriculum: Research-Based Information
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Date: Fall
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Author: Susan Campbell
Major Program: 4-H Agriculture Core Curriculum AND Natural Resources
Environmental Camp has been a growing program in our county for a few years. The program began with one school then grew to two schools now all three elementary schools participate. In 2019 we had over 240 youth attend the overnight experience. 4-H Agent and teachers work closely together to align the camp program/classes with their Core Content. The overnight experience provided additional hands on opportunities and leadership skills.Collaboration with Anderson County Extension Agen
