21 Central Extension

K-State extension agent encourages families to budget for increased expenses that come with the beginning of the school year.

Stretching the dollar at back-to-school time K-State Research and Extension agent Joy Miller offers tips on stretching the back-to-school shopping dollar.

Farm Tech Unleashed: Digital Agriculture in Action The Kansas Center for Agricultural Resources and the Environment (KCARE) Demonstration Day at Flickner Innovation Farms featured the latest in irrigation man...

Grant Writing Class: September 27th from 9:30 am – 3:30 p.m. Stafford County Economic Development, 21 Central District, Golden Belt Community Foundation, and South Central Community Foundation invite you to learn grant writing skills from Nancy Daniels. Cost is $60 with Lunch included. See details below. If you have questions you can e-mail [email protected]

We are HIRING!!!

We are looking for dedicated servant leaders to make a difference in the lives of Kansas youth. Learn more and apply at www.ksre.k-state.edu/about/careers.

Know the signs of Alpha Gal Syndrome this tick season, especially if you enjoy beef and other animal products! Brian McCornack, Department Head for Entomology, contracted the illness earlier this year and is eager to spread awareness:

https://www.foxweather.com/lifestyle/alpha-gal-syndrome-ags-red-meat-allergy-symptoms

The Rules of Separation at the Grill During grilling season, cross-contamination tops the list of food safety concerns. Learn the rules of separation at the grill to stay safe.

Here’s An Opportunity You Can’t Resist! Apply today to become our district's 4H Youth and Development Agent.

We're hiring highly motivated servant leaders to fill extension agent positions across the state. These positions come with a great benefits package. Learn more and apply at www.ksre.k-state.edu/about/careers.

It's Avocado Day! 🥑 You can freeze avocado purée to use later for salads and sandwiches. Learn more at https://nchfp.uga.edu/how/freeze/fruits/freezing-avocados/

LISTERIA OUTBREAK UPDATE: 34 people sick in 13 states, with 2 deaths. Several Boar’s Head deli meat products have been recalled. Do not eat recalled products.

Because Listeria spreads easily among deli equipment and is not killed at refrigerated temperatures, people at higher risk (adults over the age of 65, those with weakened immune systems, and pregnant people) should continue to heat all other deli meats before eating. Read more: https://bit.ly/3W27zby

Bite into a fresh peach 🍑 and it tastes like summer! Preserve peaches by canning, freezing, or dehydrating. Do not use white peaches for canning as they are low acid. Use this publication to preserve yellow peaches safely.https://www.bookstore.ksre.ksu.edu/pubs/mf1182.pdf K-State Research and Extension

Have you registered for Lego days in Kinsley? It starts tomorrow. St John will start Thursday! Register by emailing Mariah and Katie our wonderful summer interns.

Lego STEM Days is next week. Our interns will be in Kinsley and St John. Please register with the interns by Monday.

Tomato time! 🍅 A favorite in many gardens! Preserve tomatoes by canning, freezing, or dehydrating. Learn how to safely preserve them athttps://www.bookstore.ksre.ksu.edu/pubs/MF1185.PDF -State Research and Extension

EXTENSION AGENT, 4-H YOUTH DEVELOPMENT opportunity in 21 Central District. Primary office in ST. JOHN, KS, with another in Kinsley. See www.ksre.k-state.edu/about/careers for responsibilities, qualifications, and application procedure. Application deadline: 8/15/24. K-State Research and Extension is an EOE of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. Background check required. If you have any questions, contact Trisha Greene, 620-659-2149.

The county fairs have come to an end, and we are grateful for everyone who played a part in making them so memorable. From participants to volunteers, thank you for your time and effort. Your contributions have made this year's fairs one for the books!

As we start to wrap up County Fairs in Edwards and Stafford Counties we take a moment to enjoy a look at past entries and awards.

Did you enter a quilt in the Edwards County Fair?
This unusual quilt was made of fair ribbons by Lena Kurth, donated by Wilma Lancaster and is on display at the museum!
Stop in and escape the heat, we have artifacts to interest everyone, young and old!

Lego STEM Days is next week. Our interns will be in Kinsley and St John. Please register with the interns by Monday.

Get ready for a fun-filled week at the Edwards and Stafford County fairs, beginning Tuesday! Check out the schedules in the comments and join us for a great time!

📣📣The Kansas 4-H Youth Council and National 4-H Conference Applications are open!
Any Kansas 4-H member between the ages of 14 and 18 before January 1, 2025, may apply as a Council Rep, and those 15-18 before January 1, 2025, may apply for National 4-H Conference.
Learn more here: https://www.kansas4-h.org/4-h-programs/teen-leadership-opportunities/youth-leadership-council/index.html The deadline will be October 1, 2024.📣📣

St John Farm & Art Market starts at 4 pm this Thursday, July 11th. Stafford County Economic Development has arranged music entertainment by Sally Vee and Thai food by May Watson.

Get out the grill and chill out for July 4th! Keep outdoor food events safe with the four core steps of clean, cook, chill and separate! Learn more athttps://www.bookstore.ksre.ksu.edu/pubs/MF2465.pdf K-State Research and Extension

21 Central District offices will be closed Thursday, July 4th to observe Independence Day. Have a safe & happy holiday! 🎇

Be sure to check out Edwards County Economic Development Director Heather Strate featured in this week's Kansas Profile - "Now That's Rural" published by the Huck Boyd National Institute for Rural Development at Kansas State University. Institute Director, Ron Wilson, reviews Strate's work to bring a $200 million state-of-the-art dairy to Edwards County.

Kansas Profile – Now That’s Rural: Heather Strate, Edwards County dairy When Heather Strate became Edwards County Economic Development Director in 2022, a large dairy was under consideration, but the project ultimately fell through. Strate pursued other options, and now a $200 million state-of-the-art dairy is being constructed in the county.

The St. John Farm and Art Market will be open on July 4th.

Don't miss Trisha's amazing article on page 19 about Community Programs that Prepare Children for School in the Summer 2024 issue of Kansas Child Magazine! What an achievement! Go Trisha!🎉

2024Summer KansasChild Final This interactive flipbook is created with FlippingBook, a service for streaming PDFs online. No download, no waiting. Open and start reading right away!

With county fair food judging just around the corner, here's a great infographic to help you determine when your baked good is done.

Join the Edwards County Fair Association - Kansas and the Edwards County 4-H Council at the 2024 Edwards County Fair's "Spirit Week"! Wednesday, July 17 through Friday, July 19 at the Edwards County Fairgrounds.

Using this year's theme "Let's Taco About the Edwards County Fair", 4-H Council members assigned the following themes: Wednesday - Twin Day (match your favorite person or animal), Cowboy or Cowgirl Day (dress in your favorite western attire), and Fiesta Day (show us your brightest colors). Winners, with the best representation of that day's theme, will be selected each day for various prizes.

So come out to the Edwards County Fair, support the local 4-H'ers and community exhibitors, and possibly win a prize!

21 Central District Offices will be closed on Wednesday, June 19th in honor of Juneteenth.