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Position: Director and horticulture agent
Email: parmenterdm@co.laplata.co.us
Position: Director and horticulture agent
Email: parmenterdm@co.laplata.co.us
Position: Family and consumer science agent
Coretta Scott King said, “The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members.” One of the integral parts of the 4-H program is giving back to our...
DATE: Jan. 14, 2021 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
Make every bite count. This is the call to action from the latest Dietary Guidelines for Americans (2020-25). Catchy, and practical, this messaging is intended to encourage Americans to prioritize...
DATE: Jan. 6, 2021 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
As you are reading this, Beth may be taking down the Christmas tree. She is no Scrooge, by any means. Our house has been full of lights and fir boughs, and our mantle is scattered with little...
DATE: Jan. 4, 2021 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
4-H is the largest youth organization in the world, and it is no wonder when you have the opportunity to experience it for yourself. 4-H provides members the opportunity to grow and learn skills...
DATE: Dec. 17, 2020 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
Are you at a loss for ideas of gifts to give this holiday season? Remember that gifts can take shape in many forms. And the greatest gifts come from the heart. Sometimes, a meaningful gift is...
DATE: Dec. 9, 2020 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
If you’ve read my articles over the years, you probably have a good sense of my upbringing. My grandpa, my dad, my sister and I were either born in Durango or nearby (my grandpa was born in Pagosa...
DATE: Dec. 7, 2020 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
The month of November is a wonderful time to reflect on things we have to be thankful for. This year, I am so thankful for our La Plata County 4-H members, volunteers and parents and all they do to...
DATE: Nov. 20, 2020 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
Normally, meal planning is a strategy to make life easier, save money and choose healthier food. Love it or hate it, there are a handful of meals a year that even the most resistant will plan...
DATE: Nov. 11, 2020 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
In 1914, the U.S. Congress formalized what is now called “Extension” through the Smith-Lever Act. It established the U.S. Department of Agriculture partnership with land-grant universities...
DATE: Nov. 9, 2020 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
October is exciting as it kicks off our new 4-H year! We are working hard on planning new virtual and in-person events for our 4-H members and community members. In November, we will be hosting a...
DATE: Oct. 14, 2020 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
It starts with a little love and caring. One small apple seed, water, sun and time. A minimalist formula, but it covers the basics of pomology. Fortunately, this isn’t a column about growing...
DATE: Oct. 7, 2020 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
Who would have guessed that in a year when the area hit the jackpot in terms of fruit tree production, we couldn’t celebrate it like we have in the past? 2020 has been defined by the “pivot.”...
DATE: Sept. 30, 2020 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
Position: From the Extension Office
Email: ricekw@co.laplata.co.us
