Topics Covered During this Course-Introduction to Produce Safety-Worker Health, Hygiene, and Training-Soil Amendments-Wildlife, Domesticated Animals, and Land Use-Agricultural Water (Part I: Production Water; Part II: Postharvest Water)-Postharvest Handling and Sanitation-How to Develop a Farm Food...
Events
Monthly Beekeeper Forum
Join us each month for our Beekeeper Forum; a welcoming gathering for beekeepers of all levels to connect, share experiences, and learn what’s timely in the bee yard. From seasonal management tips to open Q&A and troubleshooting, this is your chance to stay informed and build community. New and...
Beginner Blooms
Explore the process of growing a cut flower business from seed to sale! This hands-on workshop led by CCE Jefferson's Horticulture and Natural Resource Educator, Cierra Williams will explore the fundamentals of selecting varieties, maintaining high-quality blooms for market, post-harvest handling...
Carthage Middle School TOP
To allow for continuation of the TOP program currently being facilitated at Carthage Middle School for 4-H afterschool youth. CARE educators will maintain programming on Wednesdays from dismissal to 5:00 pm. With a focus on community service and positive youth development, we aim to empower youth to...
2026 Spring Break Camp
Join us for our first Spring Break Camp at 4-H Camp Wabasso! Open to youth ages 8 – 14! Cost: $225 Includes: dinner Thursday; breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks Friday; breakfast, lunch and snacks Saturday; plus all programming supplies. Program will be dependent on weather. Options include: hiking...
Hive to Home, Beeswax Candle Class
Join us for a hands-on beeswax candle making class at CCE Jefferson as we turn beeswax into all natural, beautiful candles! In this beginner friendly workshop we will learn the basics of preparing, melting, and molding beeswax into candles to take home. Whether you own a hive, or are looking to...
Tractor Safety Course
Looking to work on a farm this summer, or refresh your knowledge of farm safety? Then this class is for you! This is a National Safe Tractor and Machinery Operation Program which enables young workers aged 14+ to obtain a Department of Labor Certificate of Training which is required to operate...
4-H Camp Wabasso Open House
🌲 4-H Camp Wabasso Open House 🌲📅 Saturday, June 13 | 🕙 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM🎟️ Free for families Curious about summer camp at 4-H Camp Wabasso? Come explore everything camp has to offer at our Open House! Families are invited to tour camp, meet our amazing staff, and get a firsthand look at the...