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MU Extension Lewis County 2018 Annual Report 2018 Annual Report

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MU Extension Lewis County 2018 Annual Report

The MU Extension Mission

The mission of University of Missouri Extension is to improve Missourians' lives by addressing their

highest priorities through the application of research-based knowledge and resources. As an

integral part of the land-grant mission, University of Missouri Extension is a joint venture of

University of Missouri campuses, Lincoln University Cooperative Extension, the people of Missouri

through county extension councils, Cooperative State Research, Education and Extension Service

of the United States Department of Agriculture and other stakeholders and partners.

Address from Dr. Marshall Stewart

MU Extension Vice Provost 3

Address from Lea Rash

MU Extension Lewis County Extension Council Chair 4

Agriculture and Environment 5

Youth and Family 12

Continuing Education 16

UM System Impact in Lewis County 17

Extension Council, Faculty, Staff and Financial Summary 18

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Dr. Marshall Stewart

Vice Chancellor of Extension & Engagement

Dear County Commissioners and Friends of MU Extension: The past year has been extremely productive for

University of Missouri Extension and Engagement.

With the launch of our county engagement specialist

model, which is the centerpiece of a long-overdue

restructuring, we are better positioned to serve

Missourians.

Most county engagement specialists are now in

place and the formal training for this new position

rolled out this fall. By January 2019, we expect our

CESs to be well on their way to success. I see a

great future for them and the communities they

serve.

At the MU campus, we have been busy putting in

place online resources that will benefit Missouri

communities. In particular, the All Things Missouri

web portal is an exciting tool that can help

community leaders search for valuable data. I

encourage you to check it out

at https://allthingsmissouri.org/.

When 2018 began, we set out to meet with every

county’s administrative body. This effort provided

valuable insight and helped strengthen relationships;

and as a result, we will engage in a similar effort in

2019. Meeting stakeholders and deepening county

relationships is something we truly enjoy.

As you read your county’s annual MU Extension

report, I am confident that you will be pleased with

the results accomplished through county-based

University of Missouri faculty. Our faculty take pride

in their efforts to respond to local extension council

input.

At the state level, we have committed to a goal of

doubling the economic impact of MU Extension over

the next decade. This goal of $2 billion in public

value is ambitious — but, by meeting this challenge,

we will help a great many Missourians.

Your support of MU Extension and our efforts in your

community are greatly appreciated. As always, I

welcome your input on how the University of Missouri

can better serve your community and its people.

Sincerely,

Marshall Stewart, Ed.D. Vice Chancellor for Extension

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Lea Rash Lezlie Durst

Council Chairman Council Secretary

Dear County Commissioners and Friends of MU

Extension,

The University of Missouri Extension Council and staff

would like to thank you for your support and funding for

programs during this past year. In turn, the council and

staff remain committed to improve people’s lives by

helping them meet the opportunities and challenges of

the 21st century with research-based education and

information.

County residents decide the direction of Extension’s

educational programming. Current emphasis areas in

Lewis County focus on community and economic

development, agricultural profitability, building family

and individual strengths, business, enhancing health

and nutrition, environmental quality and stewardship

and youth development.

The contents of this report are a summary of the

highlights of our educational efforts during the past

year. We hope that this report provides a greater

understanding about the University of Missouri

Extension and it’s programming efforts in Lewis

County.

Every Missouri county has an extension council comprised of elected and appointed citizens who guide the local educational programming. Council members are partners in the education process, from needs assessment through program implementation and evaluation of outcomes. Extension Council members:

Work with regional faculty to determine education programs for the county

Manage finances of local extension operations

Provide personnel to carry out extension activities

Elect and organize the local extension council

From the Lewis County

Extension Council

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Agriculture and Environment

Women in Agriculture Workshop Ten Lewis County workshop participants learned about food labels and how to apply that knowledge to dietary planning; cover crops and soil health; Farm Service Agency programs; farm bill programs and some of the programs that are offered in Lewis County. Participants also had the opportunity to do their own spring flower arrangement. This hands-on workshop was presented by MU Extension, Missouri Department of Conservation staff and USDA Farm Service Agency employees. How Does This Impact Lewis County Citizens and Missouri? Participants learned what programs are available to assist with farm financial management through the USDA. They also learned the importance of cover crops, what crops work well in northeast Missouri and other factors to control soil erosion. Participants learned how to better understand food labels and how to apply that knowledge to dietary planning. Participants enjoyed a hands-on session on spring flower arranging under the guidance of the regional Extension horticulture specialist. By offering programs targeting women in agriculture, MU Extension empowers women to make informed decisions about farm and home management. Pearls of Production State Conference - Shop Breakout Session Thirty-five female participants, representing 14 Missouri counties, attended the Pearls of Production conference. MU Extension Human Environmental Sciences State Specialist Dr. Karen Funkenbusch discussed how to choose the appropriate ergonomically friendly garden and farm tools, as well as appropriate gloves for each job on the farm. MU Extension County Engagement Specialist in Livestock and Youth Development Brenda Schreck taught PTO, tractor and trailer hitch safety, demonstrated equipment quick hitches and discussed the differing categories of hitches. Schreck also demonstrated the proper way to hook and unhook a bumper hitch trailer and discussed using D pins as locking mechanisms for overall trailer hitch safety. Schreck and a Lincoln University professor, provided hands-on instruction for driving a tractor. How Does This Impact Lewis County Citizens and Missouri? Women continue to play a large role in production agriculture. By supporting University of Missouri Extension livestock programs for female producers, women become more knowledgeable about livestock operations and are better equipped to make research-based decisions benefiting farm management. Women who are more informed, become better advocates in the agriculture industry.

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Beef Cattle Improvement Association Two Lewis County beef producers are enrolled in the Northeast Missouri Beef Cattle Improvement program. Producers in this program sell bulls in the Northeast Missouri Performance Tested Bull Sale held annually in Palmyra, Missouri, as well as off the farm. By taking weaning and yearling weights and heights on the farm, participants learn about beef management and genetics, as well as the importance of keeping performance records. How Does This Impact Lewis County Citizens and Missouri? Missouri producers benefit by increasing access to alternative markets for their products that contribute to a more sustainable business. Forty-three bulls sold at the 2018 sale with an average of $2,995. Total sales were $128.800. These dollars are brought into the community and benefit northeast Missouri. Show-Me-Select Replacement Heifer Program The Show-Me-Select (SMS) program focuses on increased adoption rate of management practices by Missouri farmers, offers potential to improve long-term herd reproductive efficiency and increases profitability. Program participants learn about the importance of pre-breeding examinations and how it affects their operation on an economic and productivity level. One Lewis County beef producer is enrolled in the program and sells heifers in the two Show-Me-Select Heifer sales held in Palmyra, Missouri each year. Three hundred and seventy three head of heifers sold in the spring and fall sales, with a combined average price of $1,739. How Does This Impact Lewis County Citizens and Missouri? The SMS program focuses on increasing marketing opportunities for, and adding value to, Missouri-raised heifers with the creation of reliable sources of quality replacement heifers in terms of genetics and management. By increasing the quality of reproductive efficiency in their beef herds, producers in northeastern Missouri added $663,325 to the local economy. Food Safety Modernization Act

Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) aims to ensure the United States food supply is safe, by shifting the focus from responding to preventing contamination in livestock foods. MU Extension County Engagement Specialist in Livestock and Youth Development Brenda Schreck met with agriculture firms that provide and/or process livestock feed. Discussions were held on the implementation of documentation for animal feed safety preventive controls on-site and reviewing the firm's efforts for animal feed safety as required by FDA. Feed safe manuals aid firms in maintaining accurate documentation of preventive measures as they are conducted on-site.

How Does This Impact Lewis County Citizens and Missouri? Firm participants learn the necessary actions required to be in compliance with USDA FDA regulations concerning animal feed safety. Participants learn what preventive measures need to be implemented at their individual sites for animal feed safety and how to maintain accurate documentation for future inspections.

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One-on-One Livestock Consultations Livestock producers sought assistance from MU Extension livestock specialist Brenda Schreck on various topics including hay test, effect of adding candy by-product in cattle feed, nitrate poison spot test, starting a goat herd, soil samples, water test and animal selection, as well as custom rates for farm services. Once hay test results were received, Schreck created feed rations for Lewis County producers. Consultations were also given on cattle confinement barns with the help of Dr. Joe Zulovich, Commercial Agricultural Engineer/Livestock Housing Systems Professor. Schreck also consulted Dr. Leon Schumacher, Agricultural Systems Management Professor regarding the use of drone equipment as a livestock management tool. How Does This Impact Lewis County Citizens and Missouri? By conducting various tests, producers are able to make more educated, cost effective choices for farm management and livestock production. Linking farmers to university researchers fulfills MU Extension’s mission of being Missouri’s one-stop source for practical education on almost anything. Show Stock Clinics Show clinics for beef, swine, sheep and goats were held at Rockin A Arena in Palmyra. Youth were provided with hands-on learning about each animal species’ nutritional requirements, biosecurity and basic care. Grooming and showmanship demonstrations were presented on live animals so that youth learned how to present and display a quality animal at a county fair. Twenty-five 4-H members from Lewis County attended the clinics.

How Does This Impact Lewis County Citizens and Missouri? By learning about livestock biosecurity and health and nutrition, youth enrolled in livestock projects are better equipped to raise healthy, quality market and breeding animals. Teaching animal husbandry knowledge provides basic skills that can add to overall herd profitability on the family farm and create youth who are better prepared to contribute to the agriculture industry as adults.

Show-Me Quality Assurance Program 4-H youth are required to complete certification in the Show-Me Quality Assurance program (SMQA) in order to participate in market animal classes at the county fair. Members gain information about how stress affects an animal’s performance, quality of meat and production. Participants learn the importance of animal identification, reading feed labels and the importance of overall daily management. Thirty-two Lewis County 4-H youth participated in the certification process. How Does This Impact Lewis County Citizens and Missouri? Better knowledge about food animal management can increase the quality and profitability of livestock production, therefore having a positive impact on the economy of the county, region and state.


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Beef Quality Assurance Over 46 producers participated in the Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) certification, conducted by MU Extension Veterinarian Dr. Craig Payne. Participants learned about animal biosecurity, feeds and feed additives, antibiotics and residue avoidance, non-ambulatory cattle and euthanasia, vaccine administration and principles of cattle handling. As part of the certification process, a short assessment was given to the group to evaluate their understanding of raising and managing quality beef. How Does This Impact Lewis County Citizens and Missouri? BQA is a national program that provides guidelines for beef cattle production. The program helps producers identify management processes that can lead to increased herd profitability and a commitment to quality within every segment of the beef industry. Missouri Livestock Symposium The Missouri Livestock Symposium is an annual educational program and trade show that attracts participants from throughout Missouri and beyond. It is recognized nationally as an outstanding program that targets agricultural producers and landowners. How Does This Impact Lewis County Citizens and Missouri? Producers use this educational program to increase overall farm profitability and better manage their financial resources. Japanese Beetle Control Research Japanese beetle population were a major concern for Lewis County producers in 2018. The Lewis County Extension Office fielded many questions about beetle identification and control, providing publications to questioning clientele. MU Extension field crops entomologist Kevin Rice and a team of his graduate students are researching the use of net containing pyrethroids to control Japanese beetles. Previous researchers found that beetles pick up a toxic dose within three seconds. The nets remain effective throughout the growing season and are unlikely to attract pollinators. Rice says his research is in the preliminary stages and he does not recommend nets yet. He says homeowners and farmers should continue to monitor lawns and fields and apply chemicals in a timely manner according to label instructions.

There has been a 15% reduction

in costs due to BQA education,

and the recognition of quality

defects in cattle.

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Agronomy Consultations and Trainings Over 100 Lewis County participants received consultations from MU Extension agronomy specialist Wyatt Miller. Topics covered include soil test recommendations, plant and insect identification and pest treatment. Residents learned how to use the safest and most efficient method to control the pest identified, manage fertilizer applications to row crop fields and apply restricted-use pesticides, using techniques and equipment that minimize human health risks and negative environmental impacts. Private Pesticide Applicator Training Training courses covered a variety of safety, calibration, and pest management issues associated with proper and safe pesticide use. Through this course, agricultural producers were able to obtain certification or recertification of a private pesticide applicator’s license. Eleven Lewis County participants learned about pesticide application laws and best practices to safely and effectively apply pesticides deemed by the United States EPA as restricted use in order to increase efficiency, reduce human health risks and improve drinking water quality and wildlife habitat. Those who were not able to attend these meetings were provided the opportunity to review the same information and become (re)certified on a walk-in basis. Lewis and Clark Soil and Water Conservation District Cover Crop Workshop Eighteen Lewis County producers participated the Lewis and Clark SWCD Cover Crop Workshop. The workshop started with a rainfall demonstration from NRCS. Participants learned about the impacts of soil erosion throughout history and the importance of preserving soil. The workshop covered the benefits of soil health and the four main soil health principles; minimize soil disturbance, keep the soil covered, crop diversity and a continuous living root. Participants also learned about the biology below the soil and benefits they provide. Northeast Missouri Soils and Crops Conference Several farmers from Lewis County attended in this year’s conference in Palmyra. Farmers increased their knowledge on grain marketing and current policy outlook, corn and soybean disease management, technology management in agriculture, the MU Strip Trial Initiative and current and emerging insect pest in corn and soybeans. How Does This Impact Lewis County Citizens and Missouri? Implementing crop management techniques that increase yield stability and overall yields directly results in higher profits for local producers. Like Missouri, Lewis County’s economy is heavily dependent on agriculture. By utilizing research proven best practices on their farms, citizens of Lewis County improve their local economy. Regardless of whether research proven best practices are used to produce forage for a nearby herd or corn and soybeans marketed globally, there are clear benefits to increasing efficiency, productivity, and safety. Current and future generations benefit when research proven best practices are used and result in improved productivity and reduced negative environmental impacts.


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Agricultural Lenders’ Seminar

Two Lewis County agriculture lenders attended the Northeast Missouri Ag Lenders’ seminars held in Kirksville, Hannibal and Mexico, Missouri. Lenders learned Macro Economics, Land Values and Rental Rates, Crop & Livestock Outlook, Update on Taxes and Marketing Opportunities. Lenders received the 2019 Missouri Farm Financial Outlook book, which included budgets for all major crop and livestock enterprises in the state. How Does This Impact Lewis County Citizens and Missouri? By attending University of Missouri’s Agricultural Lenders’ seminars, lenders are able to educate their clients in decision-making skills based on the risk management tools, budgets and other resources provided. This benefits the portfolios of producers and landowners by providing a better understanding of enterprise budgets and cash flow that affect families’ and businesses’ financial health. This is especially important with the downturn in the agricultural economy, as both crop and livestock producers expect lower incomes, continued high input costs, challenging marketing decisions, and uncertainty with the upcoming new Farm Bill. Agriculture lenders in attendance manage loans totaling $972,850,000.

Building a Better Farm Business

Two participants attended the Your Farm, Your Business, Your Future program hosted by MU Extension Ag business specialists Darla Campbell and Joe Koenen, and MU Extension community development specialist Chris Kempke. Participants learned about writing business goals and mission statements, effective communication techniques, understanding generational differences and succession, estate and retirement planning. Participants were encouraged to review how their property is titled, use POD and TOD, when possible, to transfer their assets, discuss their estate planning and succession with their heirs and encourage their children and grandchildren to start saving for retirement. How Does This Impact Lewis County Citizens and Missouri? Prepared families better understand how to transfer the farm or business, protect the estate’s assets, and communicate more effectively with professional advisors and heirs. This program work helps foster family communication and avoid costly litigation, and aids in the continuation of the farm business.

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Home Horticulture Improves the Environment and Quality of Life Lewis County residents sought home horticulture assistance on various garden topics, and were given or referred to MU Extension horticulture publications as needed. Thirty-four residents receive the monthly Garden Talk newsletter, which provides timely gardening practices and production methods, new varieties, planting methods, plant diseases and insects, monthly gardening tips and upcoming horticulture events. Readers use this information to apply to their own gardens, community beautification projects and when helping others gardeners. Master Gardener Training The Master Gardener program provides in depth horticultural training to individuals throughout Missouri who then volunteer their time applying what they have learned to help others in their communities to learn about gardening and environmental education. To become trained as a Master Gardener, an individual must attend a 30 hour classroom Core Course training. Then the Master Gardener trainee is required to give 30 hours of volunteer service back to their community in approved University of Missouri Extension activities. Two Lewis county residents completed the Master Gardener training held in Palmyra this year. How Does This Impact Lewis County Citizens and Missouri? By supporting MU Extension’s Master Gardener and Home Horticulture and Missouri Grown programs, citizens receive high quality horticultural information that is unbiased and research-based. Missouri Century Farm To qualify, farms must meet the following guidelines. The same family must have owned the farm for 100 consecutive years. The line of ownership from the original settler or buyer may be through children, grandchildren, siblings, and nephews or nieces, including through marriage or adoption. The farm must be at least 40 acres of the original land acquisition and make a financial contribution to the overall farm income. This year, the Stanley and Kay Wilson Family Farm, Canton, qualified as a Missouri Century Farm. How Does This Impact Lewis County Citizens and Missouri? University of Missouri Vice Chancellor for Extension and Engagement Marshall Stewart said, “Family farms have been among our most vital partners since the founding of extension more than 100 years ago. The century farm program is one way we express our gratitude to those who have contributed so much to Missouri agriculture.” The Missouri Century Farm program supports family farming which adds value to the local economy.

Since the program began

in 1976, more than 8,000

Missouri farms have

been recognized as

Century Farms

74 Lewis County farms

have qualified as

Century Farms

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Youth and Family

Lewis County Soil and Water Conservation District Conservation Field Day Participants learned that through the effort of bees, butterflies and moths, bats, and birds such as hummingbirds, many plants are able to make seeds and fruits because of pollination actions. Participants were also taught the importance of habitat creation and maintenance for successful pollination efforts. Participants were given a basic botany lesson on plant/flower parts and colors that specifically attract pollinators. Farm Safety Day Fifth grade students from area schools had a fun filled day of hands-on learning opportunity’s at this years Farm Safety Day. Safety topics included: fire, lawn mower/weed eater, animal handling, sun, grain bin, ATV, electricity, Mo-DOT, water and firearms. Students finished the day by observing a PTO demonstration. How Does This Impact Lewis County Citizens and Missouri? Students learned appropriate behavior around different animal species and how to detect nervous behavior in some animals and how to respond to that nervousness. Students learned that different animals have different comfort zones and how to safely approach (or not), those animals that exhibit comfortable or uncomfortable actions when in the presence of humans. Students learned that safety around animals is not only for farm animals, but also family pets or wildlife in natural habitats. Missouri State Fair Farm Family Each year, Missouri Farm Bureau, Missouri Department of Agriculture, Missouri State Fair and Commissioners, MU College of Agriculture in conjunction with the University of Missouri Extension seek to recognize outstanding farm families in their respective communities. Lewis County’s 2018 farm family honoree, was the Drs. Dan and Rachel Goehl Family. Each year the Missouri State Fair sets aside a day to recognize farm families from across the state who are active in their communities, involved in agriculture and participate in local Extension programs. How Does This Impact Lewis County Citizens and Missouri? The event showcases the impact Missouri Farm Families have on the economy and heritage of the state. “These families are involved in agriculture activities in their communities, and are active participants in local outreach and extension,” said Missouri State Fair Director Mark Wolfe. “As the showcase for Missouri agriculture, the Missouri State Fair is most certainly the appropriate place to celebrate these families.”

Roughly 35% of global crop

production relies on

pollinators.

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Youth and Family

4-H Community Clubs One of every ten Lewis County youth between the ages of 5 and 18 participated in an MU Extension 4-H Youth Development program in 2018. Lewis County serves youth through four organized 4-H clubs, offering long-term educational experiences in which members learn life skills such as decision making, public speaking and working with others. Clubs also involve children and teens in community service, leadership and educational opportunities.

Many 4-H club members attended regional, state and national events:

2018 State 4-H Survey Results

Number of Lewis County 4-H Members Enrolled 124 members

Number of Projects 456 projects

Hours of Community Club Work 1,476 hours

Community Service Project Hours 1,550 hours

Event Number of Lewis County Participants

Regional 4-H Camp 3 members and 1 counselor

Regional 4-H Expo 2 members

State Poultry Day 2 members

State 4-H Congress 1 member

State Fashion Revue 2 members

State Horse Judging 1 member

State Livestock Judging 5 members

State Shooting Sports 18 members

National Shooting Sports 2 members

Develops Leadership Builds Initiative Builds Connections for a Bright

Future

81% of the Missouri 4-H’ers surveyed said they find it easy to speak up in a group.

89% reported feeling comfortable being a leader

95% said 4-H is a place where they get to help make group decisions.

95% said 4-H is a place where you have a chance to be a leader.

97% said 4-H is a place where you learn about ways to help your community.

92% of Missouri 4-H’ers surveyed said they are willing to try something they might get wrong.

93% said they keep trying until they reach their goals.

97% said they try to learn from their mistakes.

98% said they are willing to work hard on something difficult.

99% reported that they like to learn new things.

92% said they like to learn about people who are different from them, and get along.

93% said they think about others feelings before they say something.

93% say they think about how their choices affect others.

97% said they treat others the way they want to be treated.

98% said they show respect for others ideas.

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Youth and Family

4-H Volunteer Development Dedicated volunteers help organize club meetings, fundraisers and events. They provide learning opportunities for youth by teaching life skills and instilling qualities of character such as respect and responsibility while maintaining a safe, supportive environment.

Adult volunteers serve as mentors for youth, helping them transition into caring, healthy adults who contribute back to their communities. How Does This Impact Lewis County Citizens and Missouri? 4-H members are equipped with knowledge, skills, attitudes and health for the 21st century workforce. Missouri 4-H members spend more of their leisure time than peers engaged in projects anchored in science. As a result, they tend to be more likely to go into science related careers than similar peers. MU Extension 4-H connects 4,818 youth to University of Missouri campuses, and being on campus is a predictor of young people going on to higher education. 4-H youth are twice as likely attend college. 4-H School Enrichment-Embryology The Chick It Out Embryology program teaches students about the 21-day development of a chick occurring within a fertilized, incubated egg. Students learn the parts of an egg and how each part provides for the development of a chick. They are responsible for rotating the eggs three times a day, ensuring the incubator has water and is maintaining the correct 100 degree temperature. Once the chicks hatch, students care for the chicks providing feed, water, warmth and a calm environment. Experiments conducted in the classroom test eggshell strength and show students how to differentiate between raw and boiled eggs. Students review the necessity of hand washing due to potential contamination caused by Salmonella bacteria in poultry and poultry products. Through the Embryology program, students learn compassion and develop an understanding of individuals with disabilities. How Does This Impact Lewis County Citizens and Missouri? Thirty students from two classrooms, in the Lewis County C-1 and Canton R-V school districts, participated in over 3,000 hours of learning through this exciting school enrichment program. Students were provided with the opportunity for a practical experience that connects with core subjects of communication arts, math, science and health. Interest and hands-on experience with science encourages students to pursue science-related careers, which are critical to our county, state, national and global economy. Youth who earn their bachelor’s degree increase annual earnings by $2 million over their lifetime. If 50% of the Lewis County members participating in 4-H events on the MU Campus go on to earn their bachelor’s degree, 4-H would help young people earn $9 million more in lifetime earnings.

Number of Screened and Oriented Adult Volunteers 62 volunteers

Hours Contributed towards the 4-H Program 6,200 hours

Value towards the Lewis County 4-H program $149,668

Students conduct experiments to learn the difference between raw and boiled eggs.

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Youth and Family

Tri-County Livestock Judging Clinic and Competition Eight Lewis County 4-H members participated in the tri-county livestock judging clinic, which was held at various producer farms in Lewis County. Participants learned various livestock judging skills such as decision making, effective communication and how to present a set of reasons. Clinic instruction also included basic anatomy and understanding Expected Progeny Differences. How Does This Impact Lewis County Citizens and Missouri? Youth utilize skills learned at the clinic to increase the quality of their livestock, thereby increasing herd profitability and impacting the economy of the state of Missouri. By learning these skills at a young age, future farmers are better equipped to lead the next generation in agriculture production and management across the state and nation. Family Nutrition Program MU Extension’s Family Nutrition Program (FNP) reached 703 participants directly and 275 indirectly with nutrition education in Lewis County, a significant percentage of whom are low-income. FNP provides information on nutrition, food safety and physical activity for lifelong health and fitness by working with qualifying schools, community groups and agencies. Youth from pre-school to the eighth grade learn through kid-friendly, hands-on lessons and activities which include opportunities for taste-testing healthy foods and practicing skills that lead to good health. Education for adults includes nutrition, food safety and physical activity as well as food resource management. Nutrition Program Associates (NPAs) go into schools and interact with community members, teaching them to make healthier food choices and build healthy habits.

How Does This Impact Lewis County Citizens and Missouri? The Family Nutrition Program (FNP) brought $9,449,699.00 federal funds to the state of Missouri. These funds were used to provide nutrition education to 735,541 Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipients and eligible citizens of Missouri. There were 2,932,390 educational contacts. This year we had 2,242,249 indirect educational contacts. Indirect contacts are reached through newsletters, health fairs, food pantries and the Show Me Nutrition help line. 978 of these participants reside in Lewis County.

Participants in FNP become more aware of nutrition, make healthier meal and snack choices, eat breakfast more often, are more willing to try new foods, increase their physical activity and in general make healthier food choices. Those who practice healthy eating and activity behaviors are more likely to enjoy a high quality of life as an adult and into old age. A healthy labor force is critical to attracting and keeping jobs in Missouri. In addition, this important programming effort serves to reduce healthcare costs over the participant’s lifetime, saving taxpayers money in reduced public healthcare benefits and insurance premiums.

FNP Associate Wendy Atterberg

works with students from

Highland Elementary School.

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Continuing Education

MU Extension partners with several of the University’s schools and colleges to deliver noncredit continuing education courses, programs and training in a variety of professional trades that contribute to the success of public-sector organizations and private industries throughout Missouri and the nation.

Fire and Rescue Training Institute (MU FRTI)

MU FRTI is charged with providing comprehensive continuing professional education and training to Missouri’s fire service and emergency response personnel. Courses prepare firefighters for medical emergencies, hazardous materials response and disaster preparedness and mitigation, as well as fires.

Law Enforcement Training Institute (LETI)

LETI brings state-of-the-art, certified, professional training to law enforcement officers and continuing profes-sional education to a wide spectrum of other criminal justice and public safety professionals. The institute has for more than 60 years been the state’s leader in providing vital training and education services for Missouri’s 20,000 in-service personnel and 3,000 police recruits annually. Continuing Veterinary Education

As part of the College of Veterinary Medicine, the MU Extension Veterinary Medical Education and Continuing Education program provides learning opportunities for practicing veterinarians and the general public. The objective is to increase the professional competence of veterinarians by providing the latest information available in order to improve the quality of veterinary medicine.

MU Conference Office

The MU Conference Office provides high-quality, professional, full-service meeting management for a variety of noncredit educational programs, such as conferences, workshops, seminars and symposia. In 2018, the MU Conference Office registered Missouri citizens for conferences on teacher education in math, science and writing; pesticide applicator training; youth leadership programs for students with disabilities; and many other topics. Nursing Outreach and Continuing Medical Education (CME) MU Sinclair School of Nursing’s Nursing Outreach offers high-quality, affordable programs available in in-person and online formats for registered nurses in virtually any specialty, practice setting or location. Missouri Training Institute (MTI)

MTI provides training and consulting to public, private and not-for-profit organizations to improve business performance and organizational effectiveness.

FRTI NURSING & CME MU CONFERENCE MTI

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FACULTY AND STAFF

Brenda Schreck County Engagement Specialist in Livestock and Youth Development [email protected] Terri Smith Youth Program Associate [email protected] Chris Coy Office Manager/Bookkeeper [email protected]

FACULTY SERVING LEWIS COUNTY

Karisha Devlin

Agribusiness Specialist

Wyatt Miller Agronomy Specialist

Charles Holland Business Development Specialist

Chris Kempke Community Development Specialist

Jennifer Schutter

Horticulture Specialist

Sherry Nelson

Human Development Specialist

Kent Shannon

Natural Resources Engineering Specialist

Margo Myers

Nutrition and Health Education Specialist

2018 FINANCIAL SUMMARY

2018 LEWIS COUNTY EXTENSION COUNCIL

Lea Rash Chair, Farm Bureau

Kaley Bozarth Vice Chair

Carroll Hoffman Treasurer, Cattlemen Assoc.

Lezlie Durst Secretary

Danielle Garner Northern District

Joe Iliff Northern District

Jesse Porter Northern District

Jessica Campen Northern District, 1 year appointment

Aron Knoche Southern District

David Plant Southern District

Jason Vaughn Southern District

Wayne Murphy, Jr. Lewis County Commission

Linda Williams City of Canton

Total Expenses $30,684.52

County Appropriations

$30,684.52 Salaries and Benefits

$21,579.52

Postage/Printing $3,000

Travel $2,700

Supplies/Equipment $1,350 Telephone

$1,440 Council Operations $600

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