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Get engaged with NUEL! The National Urban Extension Leaders (NUEL) began in 2013 as a grass-roots effort of a group of passionate and committed urban Extension educators with the mission to advocate and advance the strategic importance and long-term value of urban Extension activities by being relevant locally, responsive statewide, and recognized nationally.

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A New Twist on Urban Agriculture

Jeffery A Young ·
Check out this article at Turn Your Backyard Into a Snack Yard With Edible Landscapes . Learn how one couple turned their suburban yard into a mini-farm, reimagining the space and installing fruit trees and bushes. Daniel and Sarah Mobley grow many fruits and vegetables, including pomegranates, persimmons, satsumas, peaches, and blueberries.
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Re: Extension Today: 2022 AEA System-wide Conference

Former Member ·
This is a beautiful place for this winter, I will definitely go there with my friends to play diggy and enjoy the Christmas season here.
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A National Framework for Urban Extension

Jeffery A Young ·
Adopted by the Extension Committee on Policy (ECOP), the National Framework for Urban Extension is the product of NUEL leadership designed to call attention to three primary external shifts influencing Extension's work in urban communities: demographic characteristics community conditions urban-suburban-rural interdependencies In addition to this external perspective, an internal strategic analysis resulted in common themes that have emerged in urban Extension: positioning programs personnel...
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The NYSIPM Program is looking for an Extension Specialist in Urban/Community IPM

Jody Gangloff-Kaufmann ·
The New York State Integrated Pest Management Program (NYSIPM, Cornell University) is looking for a Community Integrated Pest Management Associate, with expertise in applied entomology, pest or wildlife management, and/or turfgrass management, to support statewide community pest management programs and to develop an outstanding extension and applied research program in community settings. A portion of time will also be allocated to extension responsibilities that support urban agricultural...
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"The Root Zone Environment" a Key Factor In Controlled Environment Hydroponic Production?

Jeffery A Young ·
When it comes to hydroponic vegetable production the root zone environment, including oxygen levels and root temperature, play a critical role in the success of the crop. “For true hydroponics, which would include deep water culture and nutrient film technique (NFT), both have different oxygen profiles,” said Neil Mattson, greenhouse horticulture professor at Cornell University. “Typically with NFT, there is near saturation with oxygen because of mechanical aeration from the water...
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NUEL Steering Committee Meets

Jeffery A Young ·
The National Urban Extension Leaders Steering Committee will meet December 5-7. If you would like to learn more but are unable to attend in person please utilize the Zoom link below: https://msu.zoom.us/j/625290736
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Purdue Extension Urban Agriculture Publication

Nathan Shoaf ·
This publication summarizes the demographic information of urban agriculturalists in Indiana. The data is part of an urban agriculture needs assessment conducted by Purdue Extension. https://mdc.itap.purdue.edu/item.asp?Item_Number=ID-530-W
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Re: Purdue Extension Urban Agriculture Publication

Jeffery A Young ·
Great information thanks, Nathan.
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New Position - Ohio State University Urban Extension Specialist

Michelle Gaston ·
Ohio State University Extension - Urban Extension Specialist / Associate or Full Professor The Urban Extension Specialist in the Department of Extension is a senior-level faculty 12-month position with a 60% Extension appointment and 40% applied research and teaching. The position will be located on the Columbus campus of The Ohio State University, will address the OSU RAISE theme of Race, Economic Opportunity, and Leadership and will foster a dynamic hub of innovation linking the priorities...
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Purdue Extension Food Systems Coordinator Position

Nathan Shoaf ·
Purdue University Cooperative Extension Services is hiring Food Systems Coordinator! This person will lead a state extension program with the main focus on realizing value-added opportunities for local food systems. These systems include clusters of producers, processors, distributors, sellers, consumers, and supporting organizations that have proven to enhance the rural and urban economy, the environment, food access and nutrition, and strengthen producers and markets.
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2022 Accomplishments

Katherine Williams ·
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Urban Professionals Explore Aspects of Culture

Durriyyah Kemp, Ed.D. ·
The NUEL JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) Action Team hosted its second learning session, Cultural humility, translation, competency: What does it all mean for urban Extension? on March 17. Extension professionals across the country came together to explore these key terms and learn how we can apply them when interacting with community members and colleagues. To help us expand our learning, we were joined by Extension professionals Eduardo Gonzalez, Cornell, Esmerelda...
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NIFA Invests $9.4M in Urban Agricultural Production REE Initiative

Marie Ruemenapp ·
NIFA has announced funding of more than $9.4 million for 12 projects through the Urban, Indoor, and Other Emerging Agricultural Production Research, Education and Extension Initiative. This initiative provides grants for research, education and Extension work to solve key problems of urban, indoor and emerging agricultural systems. The awardees are: University of Alabama, Birmingham; University of California, Davis; Cornell University; University of Delaware; University of Florida;...
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USDA presents: Equity in Conservation Outreach Cooperative Agreements

Eric Killian ·
Natural Resources Conservation Service (NCRS) has created an outreach opportunity in collaboration with partners to expand conservation assistance to historically underserved producers and underserved communities and to provide opportunities for students to pursue careers in agriculture, natural resources, and related sciences. The following is a list of priority areas that NRCS will consider. Addressing local natural resource issues, promoting potential conservation career opportunities,...
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Re: Nicole Debose’s Awards Information: Cuyahoga County Extension Director in Cleveland, OH.

Former Member ·
Nicole has been a strong leader in Cuyahoga County, with impact highlights in various areas. tunnel rush
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REGISTRATION NOW OPEN: NUEL North-Central Regional Conference in Madison, WI, June 7-9, 2023!

Nathan Shoaf ·
Urban-Serving Extension Professionals in the North-Central Region: Registration is open for the NUEL North-Central Regional Conference in Madison, WI June 7-9, 2023! Please visit the event website to register, access the conference agenda, and make hotel reservations: https://uwmadison.eventsair.com/nuel-2023
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Re: Nicole Debose’s Awards Information: Cuyahoga County Extension Director in Cleveland, OH.

Former Member ·
I would like to congratulate him on the award he has achieved, and I hope slither io he achieves even more in the years to come.
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Call for Presentations - Southern Region National Urban Extension Leaders Conference

Jeffery A Young ·
Good Day Everyone The planning committee for the Southern Region and 1890’s Institutions is excited to release the official Call for Presentations for our National Urban Extension Leaders - Regional Conference in Houston, TX August 8-10, 2023. Our theme will be “Vibrant Southern Cities – Reaching for the Stars” and will be held at: Houston Marriott West Loop by the Galleria 1750 West Loop South Houston, TX 77027 The conference will serve as a platform to share the great work happening around...
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Re: NIFA Invests $9.4M in Urban Agricultural Production REE Initiative

Lisa M Jones ·
Proud of the cross university work being done - our local Extension office is a participant in the UAB grant award. Partnerships are essential!
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Re: USDA Advances Food System Transformation with $43 Million for Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production, Adds New Urban County Committees 

Former Member ·
We are thrilled to hear the news of USDA's significant investments to support urban agriculture. This is an excellent step towards promoting sustainable agricultural practices and increasing food access in urban areas. We applaud this effort and look forward to its positive impact on our communities. Food systems must plan their service according to customers feedback thank you Mywawavisit page
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Rutgers Releases NJ Urban Agriculture Report & Web Portal

Angela Johnsen ·
In case you missed it in February...view the full press release with links. The portal and the report that frames the Garden State’s challenges and opportunities, were developed as a partnership among NJ Dept. of Agriculture, Rutgers Cooperative Extension, urban farmers, growers and other stakeholders engaged in urban agriculture advocacy, preservation, resources and policy. The web portal is designed to help bridge that gap by offering available state and local resources, sharing knowledge...
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A Message From the Chair

Katherine Williams ·
Greetings and Happy Spring to my Extension colleagues working in Urban Communities across the Country! I serve as Chair for the National Urban Extension Leaders Steering Committee. I am the County Extension Director in Wake County, Raleigh, North Carolina – a rapidly growing urban community home to NC State University. During my 30 years with Wake County Cooperative Extension, I have also served as a 4-H Program Assistant directly supporting justice involved youth, the Wake County 4-H Agent...
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Southern Region & 1890's NUEL Regional Conference - Deadlines approaching

Jeffery A Young ·
May 15 th is the deadline for workshop proposals and awards for the Southern Region/ 1890’s NUEL Regional Conference. In addition, registration for the conference and hotel is also open. Please use the link below to go to the registration site for the 2023 NUEL SR & 1890’s Conference in Houston. https://agriliferegister.tamu.edu/ereg/index.php?eventid=749815&
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Extension Administrator position open in Multnomah County (Portland, OR)

Wendy Hein ·
This is a full-time, professional faculty, Administrative Manager position serving the Oregon State University Extension Service team in Multnomah County. The office location will be at the OSU Food Innovation Center in Portland, Oregon. See the full job description and apply. Closes June 23. The Administrative Manager (AM) position is crucial to the operations and outreach services of the OSU Extension Service in Multnomah County and its role in the University. The AM provides positive...
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Re: Collaboration, Engagement, and Communication

Roger Rennekamp ·
Thank you, Brad, for reacquainting the system with these important frameworks for distinguishing outreach from engagement! Very important work.

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