NORTH CAROLINA

COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SERVICE

Report To The People

1998

January - June

Program Highlights

GUILFORD COUNTY CENTER

North Carolina State University Guilford County North CarolinaA & T State University

North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service

NC STATE UNIVERSITY College of Agriculture and Life SciencesGuilford County Center3309 Burlington RoadGreensboro, NC 27405Phone (336) 375-5876Fax (336) 375-2295

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY FOR

January-June, 1998

SOME MAJOR IMPACTS

These are some highlights of our Educational programs where we haveEnvironmental, Social and Economic impacts with Guilford County Citizens.

AGRICULTURAL AND PESTICIDE EDUCATION

If you eat, you are involved with agriculture. The food, fiber and shelterindustries are all based on agriculture and determine our way of life. In order toextend University research into everyday life, we work with farmers on cropproduction, pesticide education, livestock and dairy production and commercialhorticulture. We recertified, certified and trained 139 farmers and pesticideapplicators to protect our crops, our environment and our foods. Maintainingcertification is an integral part of earning a living for these participants.

EDUCATION AND TECHNOLOGY COMBINED

Our conventional means of service and information delivery is enhancedby our computer system and Internet/Website. The public accessed ourcomputer Website in Guilford County almost 19,000 times during the six monthsto ask for or receive our program & educational information. ACCESS US asfollows: http://guilford.ces.state.nc.us/

In cooperation with the NCDA&CS, we diagnosed plant and soil problemsfor farmers and property owners resulting in an estimated value of over $20,000to the recipients. We distributed over 28,000 pamphlets and factsheetsdescribing Best Management Practices to landowners and urban homeownersabout pesticide and fertilizer use as well as conducting dozens of seminars andworkshops on the topics.

Employment and program opportunities are ottered to all people regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.North Carolina State University, North Carolina A 8. T State University, U, S, Department 0t Agriculture, and local governments cooperating.

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

Some impacts are hard to measure in dollars. Team building, Leadership,Social interaction, Self-esteem and Self-reliance are part of the skills our agentsdeveloped in Children through over 6000 educational contacts by working with 4—HClubs, Guilford County Schools, Day-care centers and other agencies in Guilford.

VALUE ADDED

Even though Youth Education, Parenting and Family issues are difficult tomeasure in dollar terms, we can measure the outcome of many of our programs inmonetary value terms. Over $312,000.00 value from our educational efforts withGuilford County citizens has been estimated through our data collection and clientfeedback surveys for the first six months of 1998.

EDUCATION: UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL

In the fifteen Programs (CEMP's) we focus on in Guilford County, our agentsconducted seminars, tours, workshops, site visits and generally made 19,313 face-to-face educational contacts with clients in delivering to them the needed educationalinformation to improve the quality of their lives. A total of 350 educational programswere conducted at the Agricultural Center and at locations throughout Guilford Countythe first six months of 1998.

DISTANCE LEARNING METHODS

In addition to face-to-face contacts, educational information is delivered toclients by way of telephone calls, newsletters, faxes, fact sheets, pamphlets, videosand computer contacts, etc. Mass media message exposures using radio, TV andnewspapers for the first six months of 1998 was over 6 million based on Neilsen andmedia market tracking services. Approximately 28,700 newsletters, media programsand factsheets were delivered during this period. Also, our new computer InternetWebsite received over 19,000 'hits' from citizens.

VOLUNTEERS MAKE IT HAPPEN

Each year we celebrate our volunteers and their many contributions to makingExtension not only grow, but thrive in our educational efforts.

Volunteers assume many roles. Among them are Advisory Council members,Master Gardeners, Extension Homemakers, 4-H leaders and Farm/City planners.They all play an important role in determining the needs and issues our communityfaces and they help Extension develop and deliver programs to meet those needs. Inthe first half of 1998, these volunteers provided their time, expertise and materialsworth over $67,559.

STATE MAJOR PROGRAM SUMMARYReport for Guilford CountyJanuary through June 1998 Non

Contacts Face-to-face£23223: SMP Count White Black A/AKN A/PI Hispan Male Female Total * Contacts**Ag. & Nat. Res. 2 1 165 25 o 0 0 105 85 190 0Ag. &.Environ. 3 11 251 7 0 0 0 235 23 258 3004Animal Prod. 4 2 487 82 0 0 o 282 287 569 501Crop Prod. 7 6 593 8 0 0 4 456 149 605 3000Family Issues 8 15 542 291 O O O 142 691 833 665Parenting 9 6 93 175 0 O 0 50 218 268 345Food Safety 11 5 23 0 0 0 ' 0 4 19 23 225Health/Safety 12 6 213 44 0 0 O 102 155 257 85Volunteer Dev, 13 8 235 14 0 0 0 1 248 249 684Alt. Ag. Oppor. 14 6 31 O O 0 O 18 13 31 38Nat. .Res. cons, 15 1 36 0 o 0 0 18 18 36 20Nutrition 16 8 3287 849 3 0 8 1528 2619 4147 4960comm Hon 17 22 2268 836 0 2 0 1371 1735 3106 9823Water Mgt_ 18 12 434 48 0 o 1 218 265 483 31504—H/Youth 20 17 3714 2057 27 14 228 2542 3498 6040 43565

CITIZENS AS ADVISORS

The Guilford County ADVISORY COUNCIL is the Hub of the Cooperative ExtensionService outreach efforts. Advisory Council members are leaders and innovators intheir field as well as community leaders and futurists. They are widely involved in theircommunity and respected by their peers and by the community at large.

Through the structure of the Council, they provide advice and assistance to theCounty extension Staff by identifying issues of wide public concern. They strive topromote Extension program goals, efforts and effective communication avenues withelected officials as well as the public in general.

Current members serving on the Council are:

GINGER BOOKERTONY ROPER, SecretaryLUKE LAMBETHMYRA MCLEOD, ChairpersonJACK SOUTHERNTREY EARLY, ViceChairSALLY FRYARMARVENE SHOREVINCE WHEELERTOM GILMOREANNIE STANFIELDSANDY NEERMANLINDA DESHAZOEMILY CLAPPELIZABETH TREADWAYMELISSA WADENELISA THAMESFAYLENE WHITAKER

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Every month our educational Faculty get dozens of client accolades for

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4-H Youth Development ' P.O. Box 21928 0 Greensboro. NC 27420-1928 ' Tel: (336) 334-7956 ° Fax: (336) 334-7207

January 23, 1998

Ms. Robin Sink3309 Burlington RoadGreensboro, NC 27405

Dear Robin:

Thanks a million for peer reviewing the K—3rd Grade "Birds" Step I, Step II, and AcrivityGuides. I truly appreciate the commitment you demonstrated by reviewing the curricula, makingconstrucrive suggestions, and returning the review form to us. The comments you made wereclear, well written, and changes that will be addressed. Your suggesrions will be used toimprove the appropriateness of the youth and adult guides.

Your time and contribution to the development of the K-3rd Grade curricula is valued andappreciated.

Sincerely,

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JAMES B. HUNT JR.GOVERNOR

March 25, 1998

Gwyn RiddickCoop Ext. Service Chair3309 Burlington RoadGreensboro, NC 27405

Dear Gwyn:

You and I have worked hard together to improve the quality of life for children, and I want to commend you foryour dedication. North Carolina is fortunate to have your leadership in Smart Start, and you should take pride in SmartStart’s accomplishments in your community and across our state.

Thanks to Smart Start leaders like you, more than 100,000 children are getting better child care through SmartStart; more than 26,000 child care teachers have gotten education and training; more than 97,000 children have gottenpreventive health care; and more than 60,000 parents have received parent and health education. The attached fact sheetoutlines the latest good news about Smart Start and highlights the good things you’re doing for children all across ourstate.

But we still have a great deal of work to‘do to make sure every child comes to school healthy and ready to learn.As you know, the General Assembly agreed last year to expand Smart Start to all 100 counties for the first time.Services for children and families are being provided in 55 counties and planning is underway in 45 other counties.

Our toughest challenge still lies ahead. We must work hard -- and work together —- to let the General Assemblyknow how critical full funding for Smart Start is this year. Smart Start serves all children and all parents -- if it’s fullyfunded in all 100 counties.

Now is the time to let everyone know that Smart Start is working. Invite your legislators to Visit your SmartStart programs in action. Share your successes with your community leaders and media and let them know how SmartStart can help your community in the future.

Thank you for your commitment to helping North Carolina’s children. I look forward to working with you toensure our children have the opportunity for a brighter future.

My warmest personal regards.

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April 2, 1998

Ms. Brenda A. MorrisFamily and Consumer Education AgentGuilford County3309 Burlington RoadGreensboro, NC 27405

Dear Brenda:

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greatly appreciated.

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Campus Box 7601Raleigh, NC 27695-7601919.515.2868919.515.6980 (fax)cals_dean@ncsu.edu

I want to congratulate you on being named a recipient of an OutstandingExtension Service Award for 1998. You are to be commended for your contributions toour College, to the University, and to the people of our state. This College awardqualifies you for consideration for the Alumni Extension Awards. (Vice Chancellor

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Ms. Sheila DalcoeNC Cooperative Extension Service3309 Burlington Rd.Greensboro, NC 27405

Dear Ms. Dalcoe:

On behalf of the Greensboro Parks and Recreation Seniors Unit, I would like tothank you for your presentation on Fraud. I know the Seniors in the communityenjoyed the session and it was beneficial to all who participated.

Once again, knowing your time is valuable, we appreciate your efforts on educatingus. It was a pleasure meeting you and I look forward to working with you again inthe future.

Sincerely,

Awgwgflw/Tonya Brown

ROGER C. COTTENCounty Manager

‘gTRIADJOHN W. SHORE

Deputy County Manager

JAMES L. THOMPSONGUILFORD COUNTY Deputy County ManagerADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES

March 6, 1998

Ms. Ernestine Alston531 Mystic DriveGreensboro, NC 27406

Dear Ms. Alston:

I am very happy to extend congratulations to you for being the recipient of the North CarolinaState Individual Volunteer Recognition Awardfor the Northern Piedmont District.

Your generous devotion of time by participating on the county, district, and state levels for thepast 16 years is greatly appreciated. The 4-H Program, Guilford County, and North Carolina areindeed fortunate to have such a dedicated person caring about our youth and our community.

You have made many contributions to the 4-H Program and to the community with your longhours of dedicated work - a beautifill example of unselfish love.

We are all proud of you.

Sincerely yours,

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Post Office Box 3427 0 Greensboro, North Carolina 27402Telephone: Greensboro (910) 373-3383 Fax (910) 333-6833 ° High Point (910) 819-6015

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North Carolina Cooperative Extension ServiceGuilford County Center3309 Burlington RoadGreensboro, NC 27405

April 17, 1998

To Whom It May Concern,

Ijust wanted to write and tell you how much I appreciate Karen Neill coming to our CubScout den meeting March 25th and teaching us about vermicomposting. The boys andthe leaders learned everything we ever wanted to know about worms and more! We werevery impressed by Mrs. Neill’s knowledge and her ability to teach such a young group ofboys about a detailed subject.

We appreciate the service you offer to the community and the valuable resource you areto us and to the other residents of our county. My worms are alive and well in their boxunder my kitchen sink. Our hope is that they will reproduce so that we can share andhelp others begin using worms for composting.

Thank you very much for the valuable service you provide.

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Master Gardeners Barbara Jones etc by Jayson Singson(left) and Millie Johnson studyfor the types of questions they expect to field from the public. AllMaster Gardeners volunteer 30 hours after training ends.tion in a nonbiased and helpfulway. (It is not allowed to recom-mend one garden center or land-scaper over another: it can. howev-er. arm you with questions to askto help you make an informeddecision about how to spend yourmoney.)Gardeners are invited to call theoffice at 375-5876 or to bring aplant specimen in for visual analy<sis. The extension service does notexamine soil samples — that’sdone by the NC. Department ofAgriculture in Raleigh — but theextension office has the free soil-testing kits and often will send ortake completed kits to Raleigh forconsumers.Gardeners are welcome to myri-ad leaflets and articles on everytopic: for example. “ControllingWhite Grubs in Turf." “EdibleFlowers From Your Garden toYour Table," “Hints for Fall<Planted Spring and Early SummerFlowering Bulbs."The extension service also offersa Master Gardeners program thathelps gardeners learn in exchangefor volunteer service. Each winterand spring. a new class receivestraining; its members must thenvolunteer .30 hours each to the pro-gram during the remainder of theyear.The public benefits from this intwo ways: More gardeners aretrained in up-to-date practices,and more trained gardeners areavailable to answer the public'squestions.Master Gardeners work theextension service's gardening hotline and offer plant clinics at vari-ous garden centers and thePiedmont Triad Farmers Marketthroughout the spring and sum-merOne of the extension <CH‘IC:"~‘

WANT TO KNOW MORE?Call the MC. Cooperative Exiensnon SEWICEof Guillotd County at 375-5876. or area Bythe office at 3309 Burlington Road.accomplishes this by providingprograms for elementary schools.In the summer, it offers sesstonson everything from “FlowerPower" to “Creepy Crawlers."Once held primarily under theauspices of the Master Gardeners.the program will now become apart of the Summer Fun Daysoffered by the extension service‘s4~H division.Gardeners of all ages may won-der what to do with the fruits oftheir labors; that’s where the foodsand nutrition part of the extensionservice takes charge. Baker an-swers phone questions such as_“I-Iow long will my potato saladkeep in my refrigerator?" or“What's a healthy way to cookpork?" Groups can arrange to haveher speak about nutrition (forfree). orthey can borrow videos ona range of topics.In the past. the foods and nutn-tion office handed out recipes onjust about everything. .\‘0 more.“Now our focus is almost 100 per-cent on health. promoting low-fat,low-sugar recipes,“ Baker says.“Or information related to foodpreservation and safety." such ashow to can vegetables and fruits.Baker also offers classes. suchas “A Man's Guide to the BasicCulinary Art." which starts inMay. and classes at variouschurches and senior and youthcenters throughout the countyFrom gardening to cooking advice.the extension service knows abnu:the whole Clichlliltlli — and what todo With it 0

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GUILFORD COUNTYDEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

April 14, 1998

Ms. Sheila DelcoeN. C. Agriculture Extension Agency3309 Burlington RoadGreensboro, N. C. 27405

Dear Ms. Delcoe:

This correspondence is to pledge efforts of Ms. Barbara Strong. Ms. Strong did provide anetiquette workshop to the teenagers that are currently in the Department of Social Serviceslegal and physical custody. These individuals are between the ages of 15 and 18 years andour mission is to prepare them for independence, so they can function in society, after thedepartment has released custody. Ms. Strong has conducted this workshop for two yearsstraight, that was exceptionally good. There was quite a bit of interaction among theteenagers, staff and parents that participated. Ms. Strong presented the information in such amanner, that it was interesting, as well as fun for everyone who participated.

Foster parents and teens that participated in the workshop indicated that Ms. Strong did an loutstanding job. It is my h0pe that Ms. Strong will in some way be compensated for herenthusiasm, commitment and support of our efforts. She was a very dynamic presenter andmy plans are to pass her name on to others who may need her services.

In closing, Ms. Strong was great! If there is ever anything that I can do to assist her in anyway, I will certainly be glad to do so. If additional information is needed. please do nOthesitate to contact me at 336-373-3688.

Sincerely,

If: ?/9/Ltr~vkpt%9\1 -v(Ms) Belinda B. Smith, NCC, LPCIndependent Living Skills Coordinator

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April 13, 1998

Dear Gary:

I want to take this opportunity to thank you for participating in our seminar lastWednesday. Thanks to you and others, this event was a great success. I feel that eachperson in attendance received valuable information that will be useful in the fiiture. Pleaselet me know how we can help you anytime.

Sincere appreciation,

/Dewayne KregeSales Manager, LESCO, Inc.

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April 15, 1998

Garry BradleyN.C. Extension Service3309 Burlington RoadGreensboro, NC. 27420

Re: CLT WORKSHOP AND TEST

Dear Garry:

It is a busy time for all but I wanted to take a minute to thank you for all thehelp you have given in promoting and working with the CLT program. Weare getting ready for the 98 test on June 4th and 5th and the Extension Agent,College Instructor test on the 6th.

The Raleigh workshop is scheduled for May 19 the day before the Turf Grassand Product and Equipment Field Day. I would like to ask you to be theinstructor for the Plant Layout stop for the workshop and as head judge forthe test. If there is anything I can assist you with prior to the events please letme know. I will ask Craig Atkins to be the assistant; maybe he can take itnext year and give you the chance to work with another test area.

Again thanks for all you do and I look forward to seeing you May 19th.

Sincerely,

Bill Jeff sCLT Chairman

P. O. Box 12315 c Castonia. NC 23053 9 M3259 (Castonia) 9 331-9734 Charlotte;

Sedalia Elementary School

Together, We Can Make a Difference

Dr. Lane 5. Anderson, InPrincipal

l April 20,1998

Dear Friends of Sedalia,

The Heritage Day Committee would like to thank you fo r coming toour school and sharing with us. The students and staff of Sedalia felt thatthis was one of the best Heritage Days we have had in a long time, and youhelped make it a special day of fun and learning for all of us.

Enclosed are some letters of thanks from our students. Many ofthese are unedited. We hope you will enjoy them.

We also hope you will consider coming to share with us next year.Thanks again.

Sincerely.

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Ms. Geisler BakerAgriculture Extension3309 Burlington Rd.Greensboro,N.C. 27407

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Thank you so much for being a part of the Kiser Middle School Health Fair onThursday, May 7th. We appreciate the time and the knowledge you contributed.It is wonderful to have community resources to share with our students. We aregrateful for every chance we have to give our students the knowledge they needto grow into healthy adults.

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Dear Gwyn Riddick:First, let me extend a hearty thank-you for your support during my intemship/field experience this

past semester. I learned so much from the Extension staff. My experiences there are memorable andvaluable for my career goals. I especially appreciate the time that was allocated by each Extension staffmember to complete the competency requirements ofmy handbook, particularly Mrs. Karen Neill. I send aspecial thanks to Patricia for always being so pleasant when I called, even if it was more than 3 times inone day. I also must thank those who allowed me to utilize their computers at lengthy stretches. Moreover,I would like to mention that Wick’s attitude towards my growth during this internship was very apparent; hechallenged me to inquire into the vast resources of information pertaining to Agriculture and activelyparticipate in Extension affairs.

Thanks again, Mr. Riddick, for thoroughly explaining the entailments of Cooperative Extensionand its organizational function and providing for me information pertaining to career opportunities. Also, Imust say that you all made me feel so welcome during the staff meetings. Initially, I felt awkard sharing mydaily-planner entries with everyone, because I am not actually a part of the staff. But I found myself guidedto particpate in the meeting with your warm comments to make me feel like a relevant part of the meeting.

Again, I thank all of the Extension staff for allowing me the chance to take a closer look intoExtension work. Should you need to contact me, I can reached at the address and telephone number listedabove.

\\ Best regards,We?7'5er

Tosha McDougaNorth Carolina A & T State Univ

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PS. I graduated on May 9, 1998 with High Honors, and I am currently seeking employment. My plans toattain my Master's degree have been put on hold temporarily. I got a B in this course, but with the help ofKaren Neill and Dr. Thompson from my department it will hopefully be changed to an A. Thanks Karen!

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Ms. Barbara StrongCooperative Extension Service3309 Burlington RoadGreensboro NC 27401

Dear Ms. Strong:

We want you to know how much we appreciate your time and talent which youshared with us in your weekly instruction on nutrition. This helped us move a lot closer toour goal of encouraging the women toward healthy life styles. Your instruction wasuseful in planning the menu of one of our residents who is on a restricted diet. You werevery patient and insightfiil in explaining how reading the labels relates to our health andproviding me with a guideline for reducing sodium and sugar for our residents.

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June 4, 1998

Garry BradleyAgricultural Extension Agent201 W. Elm St.Graham, NC 27253

Dear Garry:

Thank you for presenting the Ornamentals c8: TurfgrassPesticide Training at the Raleigh Pesticide School, June 3. Yourability to provide this training is of special importance to me inlight of L. T. Lucas’ retirement. I know that your delivery of thisinformation will help to ensure the judicious use of pesticides onornamentals and turfgrass in Wake and surrounding counties.

Thanks again for taking time out of your busy schedule toprovide this important training.

Sincerely,

Wayne BuhlerPesticide Education Specialist

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North Carolina Landscape Contractors Association, Inc.PO. Box 400 - Knightdale, NC 27545 ' (919) 266-1777 V

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Raglan: rczners Landscape1.7738 S. Plank RoadSaniorc, NC 27330

919-776-3912Gary Upchurch, President-Elect

New Garden Landscaping5888 Olc Oak Ridge RoadGreensboro. NC 27410 Mr. Gary Bradley

336-665-0291 NC Cooperative Extension Service. 3309 Burlington RoadJack Jones. Past-Presrdent

Jones Landscaping & Maintenance GreenSborO NC, 274203205 Air Park Road

Fucuay Vanna. NC 27526 .919-552-7722 Dear Gary.

Bif'flfcfizificficfly We really do appreciate your interest in the Certified Landscape53.0.H'Box12646' Technicians program. The fact that you would take the time and effort to

Gastonia. NC 29053 study for and take the exam is a real mark of your dedication. By taking7043543259 the exam you will be a much more effective trainer.Tom Sudderth

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Chapel Hill. NC 27599-1800 happen.919-962-2069John Biggers You will receive a Certified Landscape Technician Trainer certificate

Biggers Lawn & Landscape 00- shortly. Again, congratulations and thanks so much.628 Hwy. 24-27 WestMidland. NC 28107

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July 15, 1998

1 Ms. Shelia A. JordanI NC COOperative Extension Service

Guilford County Center3309 Burlington RoadGreensboro, NC 27405

Dear Sheila:

Thanks for inviting me to the Dairy Show on August 5-6, 1998. I may be taking vacation that week, butif not would love an opportunity to attend portions of the show. I will let you know if I am able toattend.

Welcome to Guilford County. I hope you have had an opportunity to start getting to know our staff outthere - I think you will find them among the best in the State. I look forward to meeting you.

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Deputy County Manager

cc: /Gwyn Riddick

Post Office Box 3427 0 Greensboro. North Carolina 27402Telephone: Greensboro (910) 373-3383 Fax (910) 333-6833 ° High Point (910) 819.6015

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Ms.Karen Neillc/o Greensboro News and Record200 E.Market St.Greensboro, NC 27401

Dear Ms.Neill,Thank you for your column on gardening in the Greensboro News andRecord.I enjoy it very much and it is very helpfu1.You frequentlydeal with things that I am wondering about.

I would like to know how to propagate crepe myrtle and mountainlaurel. Can they be started in a cold frame from cuttings? If so,when is the best time of the year to do it?

I'm also interested in the method for propagating azaleas andrhododendron. I have had limited success with starting these fromcuttings.Thank you very much.

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GUILFORD SUCCESS STORIES

The pleasure that is obtained from observing direct success

among our clients and communities as a result of our Extension

educational program efforts is most gratifying. These successes may

take many forms and may be focused on a single individual, group, or

larger population. However, the underlying benefit in any success

story is the positive impact on an individual or society that occurred as

a result of our program efforts.

Following are just a few of the successes our staff achieved

during the first half of 1998.

AWARDS &RECOGNITION &HONORS--Jan-June, 1998

GUILFORD STAFF

Shelia Dalcoe, Family and ConsumerAgent---~PRES|DENT-~Piedmont District,Family & Consumer Agents Assoc.

Wick Wickliffe, Agricultural Agent---Award of Appreciation from the GuilfordFarmers' Organization.

Brenda Morris, Family and ConsumerAgent--Recipient of OutstandingExtension Service Award, Co-chair of the National Family & Consumer 1999 meetingin Greensboro.

Sheila Jordan, Area Specialized Dairy Agent----joined our staff in May.

Karen Neill, Horticulture Agent---Three Communicatons Awards from the NorthCarolina Assoc Ag Agents for Personal Column, TV Presentation, Direct Mail Piece.Also, State Runner-up for the 4-H Recognition Award.

Travella Free, 4-H Agent--- Treasurer of 4-H State Agents Association

Gwyn Riddick, County Director--- State Communications Award for Learning Modulefrom the NC Assoc. of County Ag Agents.

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

Person Reporting: Travella R. Free

The science grade average at Wiley Elementary School is below the district average. To increasethis average, the Down-to-Earth Program was designed to introduced these students to agricultureand environmental education using the scientific method as an intellectual and hands-on learningprocess. This program stresses thinking, reasoning and problem solving skills. As a result, 27students gained a better understanding of the scientific method, 25 students indicated increasedknowledge of fertilizer and soil, 29 students enhanced knowledge of growing plants and pesticidesand 30 students showed improvement in class participation and attendence. This educationalprogram gave the targeted 30 3rd-5th grade students an opportunity to build the awareness,understanding, and skills they need to become knowledgeable decision-makers.

Person Reporting: Robin Sink

Guilford County 4-H encourages acceptance and promotes awareness of children with specialneeds through various educational programs. During the 1997 4-H Intro to Sign Language class,one eight year old developed a view that made and will continue to make a profound difference inher outreach and understanding of children with various challenges. Upon completing the class,Kendra attended a new daycare where she met a non verbal peer with severe developmentaldelays. Kendra took particular interest in this young girl and has worked continually during thisschool year to help her learn the very basics of the sign language alphabet. The child’s mothercommented on the difference that Kendra’s attention and friendship is making with her daughter.Kendra stated, "The 4-H Sign Language class helped me understand that just because people aredifferent doesn’t mean that you can’t still help them and be their friends."

EDUCATION FOR LIMITED RESOURCE FAMILIES

Person Reporting: Shelia M. Dalcoe

In recent years, individuals receiving public assistance have been forced to restructure theirspending practices due to welfare reform and cuts in government funding in general. To addressthis problem, a program was implemented in Guilford County with the objective of teaching basicmoney management principles, entitled "Money Talks." The four week series was conducted fortwenty individuals who reside in two government subsidized housing communities throughcollaborating with Westminster Properties. As a result of the program, 20 individuals reportedthat they developed and were using a personal budget, 20 individuals set personal financial goalsand, the participants reported a combined savings of approximately $1000 from utilizinginformation received from the program. Following the program, the residents services managerfor both communities commented that the program was "super." She indicated that she felt theprogram had greatly benefited both communities.

Person Reporting: Barbara Strong

Many of Guilford County’s Limited-resource families are in need of sound consumer informationand advice in order to effectively manage their dwindling resources. To address this need, theCooperative Extension in cooperation with the Department of Social Services and the SummitHouse Corrections Program sponsored housecleaning workshops for 35 participants on CleaningWith Pizazz:Housecleaning made easy. With assistance of a Family & Consumer EducationAgent, participants gained knowledge, skills and became aware of keeping their house cleanwithout it being costly to their budget. They learned how to mix household ingredients to create ahomemade window cleaner to help cut costs. They learned to organize and prioritize work to gettheir housekeeping done. 21 participants learned greater skills, adopted practices to make betteruse of available resources and improve home management skills. 31 participants indicated theysaved an estimate of $1,743.00.These participants value the importance of a clean house.

FAMILY AND CONSUMER ISSUES

Person Reporting: Geissler Baker

An estimated 57 percent of the adult population is overweight and NC ranks 49th in physicalactivity among adults. To address this problem a 12-week Noonliting program was implemented.Of the 24 participants in the noon-time program, 18 lost a total of 136.25 pounds. By the end of theprogram, 77 percent of the participants had also become more physically active. Other benefits ofthe program reported by participants included: reduced cholesterol level, reduction or eliminationof medications, reduced blood pressure and blood glucose level. One participant said,"The classhas done wonders for me. I’ve taken a different approach to cooking. I found out that you can cutdown on fat and still have good taste without all those calories." Others say their families areeating better and are becoming more health-conscious too.

AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER HORTICULTURE

Person Reporting: Karen Neill

The Novartis corporation in Greensboro has 700 employees that work in various divisions.TheTurf and ornamentals division is by far the smallest and as a result it is not well know what theirproducts are or what they do.Therefore,this division decided to hold an employees awareness day.The Cooperative Extension service was asked to participate by setting up and manning an exhibiton local pests. Employees were allowed to ask questions, bring in samples and a computer was setup to show employees where they could acsess horticultural information useful to themselves andthe products that the Turf and Ornaments group is in charge of. A survey revieled that 630employees came out for this day and of them 547 learned new practices that they plan onimplententing this year. It also revieled that 300 of these emloyees had never been expoesed toextension before.We plan to partici[pate withthis event in

ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES

Person Reporting: Karen Neill

Each year thousands of ornamental plants are planted into Guilford county landscapes, as a resulta stock pile of plastic nursery pots has occured. Unfortunatley these are not welcome in thecurrent city recycling program so frequently are disposed of through the landfill. To prevent this aRecycling program was established with through the cooperative Extesion service with the help ofPlastics revolutions a recycling compamy who does handle this type plastic. Television spots wereconducted as well as newspaper articles to alert people to how these pots would be handled moreenvironmentally friendly through our one day collection. We collected 5,500 lbs of plastic whichwill be used to make new nursery pots and parking car stops. We also collected 300 lbs whichbackyard propagators come and collected to reuse for producing landscape plants.

Person Reporting: Karen Neill

Kitchen waste in Guilford county is either put in a garbage disposal or bagged.However with morepeople becoming concious about recycling, questins are arising as how to best handle this material.Vermicomposting is a program offered by the cooperative extension service to the schools as wellas other youth groups. The Horticulture agent in Guilford Co. presented a vermicompostingprogram to the cub scout pack 158. A letter recieved from Loraine DeCelle, DenLeader,revealed," The boys and leaders learned everything we ever wanted to know about wormsand More! We appreciate the service you offer to the community and the valuable resource youare to us and to other residents of our county. My worms are alive and well in their box under mysink. Our hope is that they will reproduce so that we can share our knowledge and get morepeople recycling."

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TRENDS & ISSUES IN GUILFORD COUNTY

PESTICIDE EDUCATION

Protecting workers, the public and the environment are important considerationsanytime pesticides are used. Whether it's a golf course, city park, residential area,greenhouse, lake or stream, someone who maintains any of these areas has receivedtraining through the Cooperative Extension Sen/ice's pesticide education program and hasbecome certified in the proper and safe use of pesticides.

According to state and federal laws, individuals and businesses who buy or applypesticides commercially must under go training and Extension is the only agency thatoffers it. About 480 applicators attend Extension's pesticide education classes everyyeah

Extension teaches participants how to properly identify pests and select the bestmanagement approach for dealing with the pests, how to select the proper chemical touse, and how to store, mix, apply and dispose of it correctly to minimize danger to peopleand the environment. The certified applicator has to be kept up-to-date. Without theExtension seminars and without an office that these people can call, a lot of certifiedapplicators would not be able to get good, quick answers about pesticide use methodsand new products and it would cost them a lot of money to try to get this knowledge.

The pesticide education program is equally important to both the landscape andagriculture industries. Both industries are important to Guilford County. The estimatedannual agricultural production income in Guilford County exceeds $55 million. Theestimated annual landscape management and garden center industry income is $130million.

Extension certified and recertified 139 applicators in the first half of 1998 andoffered additional continuing certification hours to others. Whether Extension is trainingfarmers, applicators or public operators, our goal is to make our communities safer,healthier places for all of us.

AGRICULTURE AND THE ENVIRONMENT

Policy issues related to agriculture and natural resources have become increasinglycomplex.

Program goals include helping the public and policymakers gain betterunderstanding of the issues; helping citizens become more involved in the policy-makingprocess; and helping citizens effectively address issues of concern to their communities.

In recent years, we've come to recognize that agriculture and the environment areintertwined. Program goals include helping crop and livestock producers and turf andlandscape managers adopt practices to protect water quality and manage wastes;working with other groups to promote economically and environmentally sound practices;promoting an understanding of the complex relationships between agriculture and theenvironment; and providing programs for pesticide certification and licensing.

Protecting workers, the public and the environment are important considerationsanytime pesticides are used. The next time you're out and about in Guilford County,take a look around you. Whether it's a golf course, city park, residential area,greenhouse, lake or stream, someone who maintains any of these areas has receivedtraining through the Cooperative Extension Service's pesticide education program andhas become certified in the proper and safe use of pesticides.

According to state and federal laws, individuals and businesses who buy orapply pesticides commercially must under go training and Extension is the only agencythat offers it. About 480 applicators attended Extension's pesticide education classeslast year.

Extension teaches participants how to properly identify pests and select thebest management approach for dealing with the pests, how to select the properchemical to use, and how to store, mix, apply and dispose of it correctly to minimizedanger to people and the environment.

"The certified applicator has to be kept up-to-date," said Wick Wickliffe, GuilfordCounty Pesticide Education Co-ordinator. "Without these Extension seminars andwithout an office that these people can call, a lot of certified applicators would not beable to get good, quick answers about pesticide use methods and new products and itwould cost them a lot of money to try to get this knowledge."

NUTRITION AND WELLNESS

Nutrition is an emerging science. As more research becomes available, publicinterest (and confusion) regarding nutrition and its effect on health is at an all time high.With mounting evidence of the diet-disease relationship, it is clear that nutritional statushas a direct impact upon health, quality of life, and the ability to achieve physical andmental potential. The benefits of a healthy diet are overwhelming. Consumers depend onCooperative'Extension to provide them with strategies for applying new research inpractical ways to promote better health and prevent disease.

Four of the ten leading causes of death in Guilford County are diet-related- cardio-vascular disease, stroke, cancer, and diabetes-and more than 30% of the adult populationis obese. North Carolina ranks 49th in the nation for physical activity. Lifestyle changescan help lower risks of chronic disease. Current trends show that people are eating outmore, cooking less, and foregoing nutrition for convenience. By providing practicalsolutions for facing today's dietary challenges Cooperative Extension is helping familiesimprove their diets through nutrition knowledge and lifestyle change.

From functional foods to preventing foodborne illness, low-fat cooking to exerciseoptions for seniors, weight-control to disease risk reduction, Cooperative Extensionstrives to offer Guilford County families the tools they need to build healthier families. Aswe approach the new millennium we are committed to continuing to provide an array ofeducational opportunities in partnership with other local agencies in order to help familiesadopt new practices to promote better health.

ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP

With the advent of the Randleman Dam water source in the new millennium,stringent regulations relating to water quality protection in residential and watershed areashave increased the need for a greater public education about storm water runoff ofnutrients and rainfall transport of pesticides which can be harmful to our watershed.

in addition, regulations relating to soil conservation, waste management, recycling,pesticide use and IPM (integrated Pest Management) will require education and lifestylechanges for the majority of Guilford County residents. Environmentally friendlylandscape management training for both ornamental and edible crops will allow citizens ofGuilford County to adopt essential stewardship practices, especially in the fast growingurban areas.

Guilford Cooperative Extension is dedicated to protecting and enhancing thenatural resources North Carolinians have depended on for generations. The Cape FearRiver Basin -- one of the largest of our state's 17 river basins -- is a prime example ofhow the College's research, teaching and extension efforts cover a broad range of waterquality concerns and challenges.

Environmental Education Activities

Waste application certification classesPesticide education classesSoil management workshopsNutrient management trainingEnvironmental pest control techniquesResidential best management practicesEducational water screeningRecycling programsChristmas tree recycling programsMaster Gardener volunteer trainingResearch/demonstration projects working with the following groups: other universities,U. S. Department of Agriculture, U. 8. Environmental Protection Agency, N. C.Department of Environment and Natural Resources, N. C. Department of Agriculture &Consumer Sen/ices and numerous other state and local agencies.

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"A Look Ahead"

As Guilford County's industries and overall character evolve, so too must the waythe public addresses emerging environmental issues. As the millennium approaches,accurate and timely information is a must in dealing with environmental issuesappropriately. We plan to incorporate video and the World Wide Web more aseducational tools. We also plan to target the urban/homeowner aspect of theenvironment by providing enhanced educational materials to this important group. TheCape Fear River is an important resource to many North Carolinians and the goal of ourresearch, teaching and extension efforts is to ensure that future generations may benefitfrom the river as well.

GUILFORD COUNTY 4-HYOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

”Champions for Success"

The 4-H program was awarded a $23,000 grant to provide school-age care forunserved youth in Guilford County. Collaborative efforts between the Guilford County 4-HProgram, YWCA of Greensboro SOS Program and Aycock Middle School will effectivelyaddress the key issues in the development, sustainability and effectiveness of a highquality after school-age care program.

Aycock Middle School is one of three English as a Second Language (ESL)schools in Guilford County. Aycock has identified after school programming as a meansof targeting youth in high risk communities in an effort to develop positive self-concept,learn decision making skills, cooperation, and responsibility. With a school population of765 students, 61% are living in diverse communities where they tend to experience a highincidence of negative peer pressure.

"Champions for Success" is a life skills education program designed to help youthlearn and be involved with 4-H project material. Programs will be designed to be fun,flexible, culturally relevant and linked to activities that capture adolescents interest inactivities such as recreation, drama, photography, cooking, agriculture and academics.

Program Staff:

Cherie Myers - 4-H Systems ManagerGuy Stewart - Site CoordinatorRachel Novkov - School LiaisonMaria Arrendondo - Program AssistantAmber Garris - Program AssistantDerrick Wilson- Program AssistantShonika Williams - Volunteer

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CONSUMER HORTICULTURE & THE FORGOTTEN CROP

According to population estimates, there are approximately 180,000 homes inGuilford County which will increase to 210,000 by the year 2000. Even though these arestaggering numbers, it is even more staggering to calculate the investment citizens havein these homes and their landscapes. For example, if these homes today have installeda landscape valued at $5000.00, the total homeowner investment would be $900 million!!This money is invested in plants, shrubs, trees, turf, flowers and food production gardens.Of course, $5000.00 is only 4.5% of the cost of an average Guilford home whereas, thenational average for a home landscape investment is $8000.00 or 8% of the home cost,so this is a conservative estimate.

Needless to say, homeowners want to protect this investment since it gives themjoy, beauty, environmental comfort and also increases the value of their home. TheCooperative Extension Service is the only agency that helps educate these consumersabout protecting and preserving this investment. These horticultural plantings are theFORGOTTEN CROP. We call it the Forgotten Crop because the number of acres ofplanted ground for home landscapes and home food production are greater and theinvestment is greater in an urban county than all of the agriculture. It is estimated that102,000 acres of turf alone is planted around Guilford homes, and public facilities. Toadd to this complex economic picture, it takes an estimated $240 million worth ofequipment to maintain and care for this crop.

On the environmental side, more pesticides, more fertilizer and nutrients are addedto this crop by untrained people (homeowners) than all of Guilford Agriculture combinedjust due to the sheer numbers of population. As a response to this educational need,and to meet the demand for consumer horticultural planting and care information, theMaster Gardener Volunteer Program was begun in Guilford to train citizens in the propercare of these crop plants and how to administer pesticides for insects and diseases andthe proper application of nutrients for crop growth.

In addition to managing the Master Gardener Volunteer Program, the CooperativeExtension Service provides a full consumer Horticultural education program for home foodproduction, youth skills training and protection of environmental resources.

Program Benefits to the Environment include:

* Promotes wise use of fertilizer and pesticides to preserve water quality (reduction ofnonpoint pollution)

* Promotes proper cultural practices that reduces the need for pesticides (IPM concepts)* Minimize soil erosion and reduction of yard waste* Protection and preservation of wildlife resources* Energy conservation by proper landscaping* Improved air quality (reduced dust, increased oxygen levels)

Program Benefits to Clientele:

* Promotes an activity that provides exercise, reduces mental stress, and increasesfamily and community interactionProvides an unbiased, objective source of information so individuals can makeinformed decisionsSaves time and money for homeownersProvides a method for rapid communication concerning new cultivars and products,as well as, changes in cultural and pest management recommendations.Reduction of food billProvides extra nutritional value through fresh foodWildlife control education

Program Benefits to Communities:

Reduced mental and medical expensesIncreased property values and speeds the sale of homes due to curb appealEnhanced community appearance and pride (attracting new industry, enhancedquality of life)Educational assistance for recovery following natural disasters: water shortages,floods, hurricanes, tornadoes.Resource for school teachers and youth concerning hands-on science educationIncreased tourism (public gardens, overall community appearance)Increased tax collections (sales tax on purchases, tax value of homes, income taxon commercial horticulture enterprises)Utilization of a volunteer staff of Master gardener Volunteers to extend programdelivery which saves public tax funds.