Extension Educationin Kent County

Introductory workshop for anybody interested in the district photography contest.

Livestock Show information can be found at http://www.rodeohouston.com/Visit-the-Rodeo/Livestock-Horse-Show/Livestock-Show

Mandatory safety meeting for everyone participating in shooting sports.

Conference registration is $250 for the first registrant from a dairy and $200 for each additional participant from the same dairy. Online registration and other conference information is available at http://highplainsdairy.org/. The following speakers and topics are scheduled: Aga Dobrowolska Perry, RaboResearch Food & Agriculture senior dairy analyst, St. Louis, Missouri – World Dairy Outlook, Markets and Trade. Dr. Joe Outlaw, AgriLife Extension economist and co-director of the Agricultural and Food Policy Center at Texas A&M University, College Station – Update on Farm Bill Progress. Dr. Kevin Dhuyvetter,... Read More →

1st & 2nd year shooters will meet 4:00pm-4:45pm Experienced shooters will meet 4:45pm-5:30pm

District Contest will be held April 16th in Vernon.

Mastering the science and art of grazing management is critical for successful ranch management.  This course will provide students with the tools to determine correct stocking rate of the ranch's pasture and range sources, carefully considering the variation in precipitation within seasons and between years, while balancing the needs of livestock.  A second critical step is to develop strategic and operational plans to accomplish the specific goals and objectives of the ranch.  This lectureship-held in partnership with Noble Research Institute, LLC-will help participants develop sound grazing management programs... Read More →

Judging of the junior, intermediate and senior Fashion Show entries as well as a showcase of those participating in Fashion Storyboard.

1st & 2nd year shooters will meet 4:00pm-4:45pm Experienced shooters will meet 4:45pm-5:30pm