Virginia Cooperative Extension highlights youth programs, well testing, and farm-to-table events

Summary

John Few of Virginia Cooperative Extension reported 4‑H and agriculture programming in Powhatan County, citing thousands of volunteer hours and upcoming events including a May 12 poultry program, a May 18 garden opening, youth entomology camp (July 27–29), and October well-water testing pickup/drop-off dates.

John Few of the Virginia Cooperative Extension presented the office's quarterly report to the board on April 27, outlining 4‑H programming, agriculture and natural resource (A&N R) activities, and community outreach.

Few said 4‑H volunteers contributed roughly 7,100 hours last year, which the presenter estimated at a financial value of about $250,000. He summarized youth and community activities including a Real Money Real World financial‑literacy program for middle‑school students, embryology programs for fourth graders, the Powhatan Farm to Table cooking and gardening series, and a youth entomology day camp July 27–29 (Powhatan State Park, $35 fee). Upcoming events noted included a 4‑H poultry pack on May 12 and the Groovy Givey garden opening on May 18 (9 a.m.). Few also reminded residents that well‑water testing pickup is scheduled for October 6 with drop‑off on October 7 and encouraged early signups because kit supply is limited.

Few closed by inviting livestock producers and other community members to participate in future programs and to sign up for updates.