University of Tennessee Extension Office - Wilson County - Lebanon

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Lebanon UT Extension Office

Description:

The Extension Service brings research-based information about agriculture, family and consumer sciences, and resource development to Wilson County. Provides information on gardening, farming, 4-H clubs and nutrition education. Provides information and workshops on money management, family life, energy/environment, weight control, stress management, nutrition for better health, leadership development, and personal growth. Sponsors the TNCEP (TN Nutrition and Consumer Education Program) for adults with instruction in food preparation/preservation, menu planning, and budgeting. Sponsors Jan-March meetings on topics such as crop and beef cattle production. Sponsors agribusiness workshops and seminars. Supplies containers for mailing soil samples to Nashville for analysis. (Individuals are responsible for mailing samples.) Provides information and seminars on livestock, beef, swine and horses. Sponsors Tennessee's MANAGE program to help farm families deal with financial difficulties and related stress. MANAGE offers workshops, group meetings, and individual farm and home visits. Publishes information on agriculture, adult home economics, food marketing, and agribusiness.

Hours:

Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Intake Process:

Call or see website for information on programs

Program Fees:

Fees vary by program; some programs are free; for example, agency supplies containers for mailing soil samples to Nashville for analysis, but individuals are responsible for mailing samples.

Languages:

Spanish speaking staff provided with prior notice

Eligibility:

Wilson County residents; 4-H Youth Agriculture program is open to children in grades 4-12

Is Shelter?

No

Date of Official Change:

August 18, 2024

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