April  21, 2026 

Kansas will be welcoming community development extension professionals from across the country as we host the 2026 NACDEP Conference in Wichita, June 15–18,  and we need your help to make this event a success!

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Erin Martinez, the associate director for extension programs, and Gregg Hadley, director, share an update on plans related to Elevating Extension, and answer common questions about current and future changes.

K-State researchers are conducting a survey on Kansas producers’ and professionals’ experiences with agricultural apps. Your input will help improve research and extension in digital agriculture in Kansas.

University Printing provides an update on delivery of 4-H Achievement Pins, noting a supplier's shortage affecting a potential late May delivery.

After 45 years with K‑State Extension, Christy Dipman’s retirement marks the conclusion of a career defined by service, stewardship, and behind‑the‑scenes impact.

Scholarships are available for Kansas 4-H members to attend K-State’s VetMed Rocks Summer Camps thanks to a Bill House Ag Grant.

The Kansas Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge, sponsored by Network Kansas in collaboration with K-State Extension and 4-H Youth Development, now reaches 70 communities across the state. The statewide competition will be held April 28-29 in Manhattan.

This week, the Shout Out is from regional Extension directors Jennifer Brantley, Aliesa Good, Carla Nemecek, and Amy Sollock and is sent for Tim May, Extension Operations human resources representative.

This week’s set of revised publications focuses on different foods and safe preservation practices to follow at home.

Epsilon Sigma Phi will host a series of fun and informative social media training sessions beginning May 13. Discover how local extension units are using creative, engaging strategies to connect with their communities.

America’s Health Ranking Kansas Summary Report for 2025, lists Kansas as number 27 of the 50 states in overall health of its residents. Let’s all pull together to raise that ranking! K-State Extension is working with others to improve everyone’s health.

This week, learn about fire and smoke impacts on lung and eye health, and Kansas' measles data dashboard.

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