WVU Extension News

Educational Dinner Meeting

Please join us Tuesday, March 15, as we rejoin our WVU Extension Educational Dinner Meeting Series.  Tom Basden, WVU Extension Nutrient Management Specialist, will be the speaker.  His area of concentration is animal waste and nutrient management research and educational programs for West Virginia beef, dairy and poultry farmers. Tom also provides composting and soil fertility educational programs to master gardeners and small vegetable farmers throughout the State. RSVP to 304-799-4852, by Friday, March 11. 

Energy Express

Energy Express will be available at Marlinton Elementary School this summer. Student enrollment forms will be sent home through the schools in April.

Energy Express Mentor positions are available for applicants 18 years and older and are located at extension. wvu.edu/energy-express 

Mentors will receive a scholarship worth $1,374.60 and a living allowance of $2,350. This experience will contribute 300 service hours for each mentor.

Please contact the WVU Extension Office with any questions at 304-799-4852.
 
Community Garden Sign-up

Marlinton Community garden spots are available for summer 2022. Reserve your spot by calling 304-799-4852.  First come, first served.
 
Time for Soil Testing

With warmer temperatures indicated spring is just around the corner it’s a great time to get a jump start on gardening and farming chores.  With a significant increase in nutrient prices farmers and gardeners alike can save themselves substantial dollars by taking a soil test and applying only the nutrients required to grow the crop they’re focused on.  Learn more about how to test your soil and interpret your test results at soiltesting.wvu.edu/ or call the WVU Extension Office at 304-799-4852.