"Extension is for everyone"
Summary
Get to know your extension agents! This conversation introduces the Central Kansas Extension Agents, highlighting their diverse roles in community education, youth engagement, and the importance of research-based information. The agents share their personal experiences and passion for connecting with the community, emphasizing the value of horticulture and agricultural education, enhancing well-being and fostering connections with nature, and providing services and education to everyone, regardless of who you are or where you live.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Central Kansas Extension
02:30 Meet Lisa Newman: Family and Community Wellness Agent
07:07 The Impact of Extension Work
08:15 Introduction to Jay Wisby and His Background
10:02 Exploring Crop Production and Agronomy
11:31 One-on-One Producer Engagement and Problem Solving
12:39 Engaging Youth in Agriculture
13:54 The Rewards of Being an Extension Agent
14:12 Introduction to Horticulture and Jason Graves
16:14 Jason's Journey into Horticulture
18:40 The Broad Scope of Horticulture
20:29 Master Gardeners Program Overview
22:51 The Impact of Extension Work
24:02 Introduction to Melissa Schrag
26:05 Melissa's Journey to Extension
28:35 Understanding Family Resource Management
30:56 The Role of Extension in Community Education
33:30 Meeting Justine
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