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Extension reports rising 4-H participation, invasive sawfly detection and drought pressures on crops
Summary
Extension educators briefed the board on local Extension activities: county fair exhibits were up 23%, an elm zig-zag sawfly was detected in the area, and drought is affecting crops; staff outlined upcoming workshops and youth events.
Jackie Estrom and other Extension educators updated the board on programming, pests and agriculture. Estrom recognized the Hefty family as Morrison County Farm Family of the Year, described youth outreach and noted that general project exhibits at the county fair rose 23% compared with last year.
Extension staff reported the arrival of an invasive elm zig-zag sawfly in the area and warned that while the damage is usually cosmetic on otherwise healthy trees, defoliation can be striking and treatment approaches are limited. Educators also described increases in contacts involving delusional parasitosis and outlined Extension responses and referral options.
On agriculture, staff said persistent dryness has led some producers to begin silage harvest early and is likely to affect fall yields; Extension announced hands-on workshops, a beef-skills clinic and other fall programs. Commissioners thanked Extension staff for strong fair participation and youth programming.
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