TopicsNovember 7, 2023
- Message from the Associate Vice-President and Director of Extension
- Save the Date - Ed Talk Coming November 15
- Michael Chamberland Named Weed Manager of the Year
- Virtual Fencing Workshop November 16
- La Paz County Water Factsheet is now available
- Camp Verde Artificial Insemination Clinic
- National Diabetes Month Webinar
- Controlled Environment Agrigulture Center Short Course
- Hydroponic Vine Crop Intensive Workshop
- Job Candidate Seminars, Presentaions, CVs
- Job Opening
- New Publication
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Message from the Associate Vice-President and Director of Extension
Over the weekend, we celebrated the Dean’s Almost World Famous Burrito Breakfast as part of the University’s Homecoming activities. I had the honor to be one of the servers on the food line. As usual, I saw some old friends and made some new ones. It was great to see so much support from throughout Extension, the College, and the Division. Faculty, staff, and alums shared stories, bidding on items to help our students, and enjoyed some great presentations and videos.
All in all, a great success. Congratulations to Jim Davis and the CALES Development Team on another successful event.
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Save the Date – Ed Talk Next Wednesday
Mark your calendar for Associate Vice-President and Director of Extension Ed Martin's next Ed Talk from 3-4 p.m. on November 15. Hear Ed discuss the current state of Extension and field submitted and live questions.
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Michael Chamberland Wins Weed Manager of the Year Award
University of Arizona’s Assistant Extension Agent Michael Chamberland was recently recognized as Weed Manager of the Year by the Southwest Vegetation Management Association at the annual SVWMA conference.
Michael was recognized for his work raising awareness about stinknet (Oncosiphon pilulifer), its treatment and control options, and other Extension work he does addressing invasive plants. Congratulations!
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| Explore Virtual Fencing
Come to this free workshop to learn more about virtual fencing (VF), an exciting new tool with a lot of potential—and risk. We will go over VF basics, compare the different vendors, hear from ranchers using the system, demonstrate the components, and answer your questions. Register now! Or learn more about the workshop.
When: 9 a.m., Thursday, November 16
Where: Santa Rita Ranch, 8200 E. Box Canyon Road, Green Valley, Arizona
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La Paz County Water Factsheet is now available
As the ninth installment in the WRRC’s Arizona Water Factsheet series, this concise resource provides a general overview of the county’s water supply and demand, sustainable water management strategies, and future challenges associated with preserving the county’s rural lifestyle and quality of life. The important economic contributions of the Colorado River Indian Tribes are also discussed, along with their ongoing environmental stewardship and water conservation commitments.
This factsheet highlights how local water topics connect to broader state conversations including the expansion of foreign-owned commercial farming operations and how the recent federal authorization given to the CRIT may help to mitigate future imbalances between water supply and demand amid continued reductions to Arizona’s supply of Colorado River water. The La Paz County Technical Advisory Committee helped provide local insight to contextualize existing water-related data. For La Paz County, the TAC included representation from the Town of Parker and the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation. Additional stakeholders provided input reflective of their deep local knowledge about the county’s water resources and management.
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| Artificial Insemination Clinic - Camp Verde
Artifical insemination has been shown to improve the genetic quality of a herd, increase consistency and value to a calf crop, eliminate the need to purchase, house, and feed a full bull battery, shorten breeding and calving season, and generally improve the profitability of a livestock production operation.
If you are interested in adding an AI program into your livestock operation, please join us for our 2.5-day AI Clinic at our UA Experimental Ranch, V Bar V, near Camp Verde November 17-19, 2023. Our experienced staff will guide you through the entire AI process and will include hands-on practice including live animals. Cost is $800, first-come basis, non-refundable, and includes a take-home AI kit ($350 value), AI manual, flash drive with all the presentations, and lunch on Sat. and BBQ on Sunday. Registration is limited to 12 participants.
Please contact Sierra Sheeks at the Yavapai County Cooperative Extension Office, (928) 445-6590. For further questions, please contact Andrew Brischke (928) 753-3788 or brischke@cals.arizona.edu
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| Tomorrow: Diabetes Month Webinar
University of Arizona Cooperative Extension is partnering with the UA Sarver Heart Center to offer a webinar called Joining Forces to Prevent Diabetes and Promote Heart Health. Did you know diabetes increases your risk for heart disease and stroke? Hear from UA Diabetes Prevention Program Director Dr. Vanessa da Silva and from cardiologist Dr. Nathan Kim and learn practical tips to improve your health.
The webinar will be offered on November 8, in both English (noon) and in Spanish (1 p.m.). The webinars will be recorded, and registrants will be sent the recording if they are unable to attend the live presentation.
To register for the webinar in English, click here.
Spanish (presented by Shelby Vela and Dr. Bryant Hammershaimb), click here.
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Controlled Environment Agriculture Center Annual Short Course
Join us on March 13-15 for our 23rd Annual Greenhouse Crop Production and Engineering Design Short Course. This three-day online and in-person event consists of presentations from leaders in industry and academia coupled with networking opportunities. We’ve maintained essential lecture topics specific to crop production and engineering design considerations, while also adapting our program each year to address what’s new in CEA. Whether you rely on the sun or an illuminated growth chamber, come learn from CEA experts and advance your growing operation! All experience levels are welcome. In-person seats are limited.
Hydroponic Vine Crop Intensive Workshop
Join us on February 2nd, 3rd, and 4th at the University of Arizona's Controlled Environment Agriculture Center for this intensive workshop taught by Dr. Triston Hooks. This three-day online and in-person event provides an introduction to everything you need to know about hydroponic crop production, including propagation, pest management, plant steering, harvesting, and more with hands-on activities for in-person registrants! No prior experience with hydroponics is necessary and learners of all skill levels are welcome. Seats are limited and this workshop only comes around once a year so make sure to grab your tickets while they are still available.
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Yavapai/Coconino Small Acreage and Food Production Area Agent
Yavapai and Coconino Cooperative Extension interviewed Laura Davis and Jackee Alston candidates for the Small Acreage and Food Production Agent position. Please take some time to contribute to the selection process and provide your input. Below are the links to the recording, evaluation form and CV.'s for both Laura and Jackee.
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Pima County Agriculture and Natural Resources Agent Presentation
Pima County Cooperative Extension interviewed Tania Hanline, candidate for the Agriculture and Natural Resources Agent position. Please take some time to contribute to the selection process and provide your input by Monday, November 13. Below are the links to the recording and evaluation form and Tania’s CV.
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Job Opening
Assistant/Associate Agent, Family Consumer & Health Sciences, Pinal County – Cooperative Extension is seeking a self-driven, hard-working, creative, cooperative and dynamic person to serve as Assistant/Associate Family, Consumer and Health Sciences (FCHS) Agent. The FCHS Agent is part of a dynamic team of professionals developing and delivering community outreach programs that provide research-based, objective, informal education. The person in this position will be required to develop, implement and evaluate effective outcome-based FCHS Extension programs in the areas of Nutrition, Food Safety, Parent Education, Financial Literacy, Early Childhood Screenings, and other health-related issues. The agent will work collaboratively with FCHS and other Extension faculty and staff, AZ Health Zone, First Things First, Pinal County Health Department, and other partners in the county of assignment; acquire both financial and human resources through grants, contracts and gifts to support the development and delivery of these programs; build capacity to sustain and grow programs through empowerment and/or leadership development; and engage in professional development regularly and redirect efforts, as needed. Position is located in Casa Grande, Arizona. For more information, see the job posting on the UArizona talent site.
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| New Publication
Ashley Js Menges
Raising a beef project is a great way for youth to learn about livestock and raise a quality market product through the 4-H program. In this document we have listed some strategies and resources that will help ensure you have a successful project experience for your local fair and auction. Some essential considerations include ration composition, ration schedule, and understanding/planning around your beef’s ability to gain weight. Be sure to work with your county Extension staff and 4-H Leaders to find additional resources and have the best chance for success!
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