University of Wyoming Extension News

Yearly Archives: 2012

Forage selection, establishment, tours part of Wyoming Forage Field Day in Riverton

UW Extension agroecologist Anowar Islam describes forage trials at a 2011 field day.

Forage researchers from the University of Wyoming will demonstrate and discuss leading forage methods and topics at the Wyoming Forage Field Day Thursday, June 28, at Mile High Ranch in Riverton.

“This event offers an excellent opportunity for agriculture producers, business personnel and specialists to see firsthand leading forage practices,” said Anowar Islam, UW Extension forage agroecologist. “The day will be packed with highly relevant training programs and a wealth of forage information. I hope to see as many participants as possible.”

Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. and sessions conclude at 4:55 p.m. Registration is free and includes a barbecue lunch. Information about the field day is at http://bit.ly/K6SLwK.

Continue reading →

4-H educator joins UW Extension Teton County office

Amanda Zamudio

Amanda Zamudio starts Wednesday, May 30, as the 4-H youth educator in the Teton County office of the University of Wyoming Extension.

“Amanda is both a 4-H and FFA alumni and brings strong livestock and leadership experience to the Teton County program,” said Susan James, federal relations and staff development coordinator with UW Extension.

Zamudio, an Arizona native, earned a bachelor’s degree in animal sciences at the University of Arizona, Tucson, where she graduated cum laude in August 2011; she completed her master’s degree in agricultural education this month.

UW student from Clearmont receives $500 scholarship

Tyrell Perry, left, receives his scholarship check from Jerry Schuman.

Tyrell Perry, a 2007 graduate of Arvada-Clearmont High School, received a $500 scholarship from the Wyoming Chapter of the Soil and Water Conservation Society.

Jerry Schuman, representing the southeast area of the organization, presented the scholarship to Perry. Perry graduated from the University of Wyoming this month and will begin work toward a master’s degree in soil science this fall.

The scholarship is presented each year to a Wyoming student working in the area of natural resources. Perry received a degree in rangeland ecology and watershed management from the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources.

Annual Cowboy Youth Classic June 22-23 in Laramie

Judge Emily Horvath of Hesperus, Colo., handles a lamb shown by Cody Larson of Laramie during the 2011 Cowboy Youth Classic.

Beef, goat, hog and lamb fitting and showing clinics begin the Cowboy Youth Classic in Laramie Friday and Saturday, June 22-23.

The annual show/clinic is at the University of Wyoming’s Cliff and Martha Hansen Livestock Teaching Arena approximately three miles west of Laramie on Hwy. 230.

Current 4-H and FFA members take part.

“Youth who participate enhance their fitting and showing skills by doing hands-on workshops that better prepare them to compete at shows later on this summer,” said Lance Miller, UW Livestock Judging Team coach and who directs the classic. “Participants will get immediate feedback on their fitting and showing techniques. They can then make improvements to better prepare them for other shows. It’s nice to see participants who attend our Cowboy Youth Classic at their county fairs later in the summer, or as repeat attendees of the classic, and witness their improvement.”

Continue reading →

Powell reclamation, restoration workshop emphasizes hands-on learning

Wyoming Reclamation and Restoration Center assistant director and research scientist Calvin Strom

Participants at a two-day workshop in Powell will get interactive, hands-on experiences in designing a reclamation plan with exercises planned in the field and classroom.

Hosted by the Wyoming Reclamation and Restoration Center (WRRC) at the University of Wyoming, the workshop is Wednesday and Thursday, May 30-31, at the Powell Research and Extension Center.

“Our Barriers to Reclamation Survey conducted last fall demonstrated participants wanted more in-depth and hands-on experiences at our workshops,” said Calvin Strom, research scientist in the WRRC.  “This workshop features a new format with field experience developing a reclamation plan for a specific site and classroom exercises with a question-and-answer period.”

Field exercises Wednesday focus on mapping suitable soils for salvage, inventorying vegetation on the site and addressing all components of a reclamation plan.

During Thursday’s session, participants will produce an overall reclamation plan based on data and observations obtained Wednesday.  Overall reclamation plans will include wildlife habitat and erosion/water quality considerations.

Information about the workshop is at www.uwyo.edu/wrrc. Click on Workshops on the left-hand side of the page. To RSVP, call the WRRC by Wednesday, May 23, at 307-766-3576.  Lunch will be provided Wednesday only. For more information, contact Strom at the same number or at cstrom@uwyo.edu.