UW Extension Educators Recognized by Professional Associations
Several University of Wyoming Extension educators recently received state and national honors from professional associations in their disciplines.
December 7, 2023
As a high-altitude state, Wyoming runs into high-altitude problems. For many cattle ranchers, that means dealing with pulmonary hypertension, also known as high-altitude or brisket disease.
The condition most commonly affects cattle grazing above 5,000 feet. Multiple factors, including altitude, breed, body condition, and genetics contribute to an animal’s likelihood of contracting the disease and developing heart failure as a result.
Located at 7,220 feet above sea level, the University of Wyoming Laramie Research and Extension Center (LREC) is an ideal location for studying the disease.
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UW to Co-sponsor Range Beef Cow Symposium in Loveland, Colo., Dec. 13-14
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Extension Educators Recognized for Creative Outreach, Service
Several outstanding University of Wyoming Extension educators were recently recognized for their service and creativity at a UW professional development conference held in Laramie last month.
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UW Releases New Findings on the Economic Impact of Agriculture in Wyoming
A new publication by the University of Wyoming Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics reports that economic activity related to agricultural production contributed $2.526 billion to Wyoming’s economy in 2021.
December 4, 2023
Cent$ible Nutrition Program Educators, Partner Honored for Improving Healthy Food Choices Across Wyoming
CNP provides nutrition programming to Wyomingites with limited resources and works with local and state partners to make the healthy choice the easy choice. Every year, CNP recognizes a community partner and staff members who exceed their duties to fulfill CNP’s mission.
November 30, 2023
Student Perspectives
For the Hunger of Knowledge
Many of this year’s ag ambassador blogs have been very helpful to incoming and current students. Ambassadors have discussed topics such as self-love and finding
May 6, 2022
Diverse Interests in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources
This spring break, I did a wide variety of activities with other students in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. We hiked around southern
May 4, 2022
The World Needs More Agvocates
Growing up and living in rural Wyoming, I experience the amazing diversity of the production agriculture that surrounds me. We start the year waiting for
May 2, 2022
