UW Extension News

UW weed specialist invites teams to compete in very public cheatgrass challenge - University of Wyoming scientists hope marrying “Top Chef” with “The Amazing Race” and “The Biggest Loser” will be a win in the struggle against cheatgrass in Wyoming.

New UW Extension bulletin describes integrated pest management for mouse control - Using integrated pest management in and around schools and other facilities can lead to more effective mouse control and provide a safer environment for occupants, said an author of a new University of Wyoming Extension publication.

Range educator joins Carbon County extension office - A range specialist is joining the University of Wyoming Extension office in Carbon County. Abby Perry starts Monday, Feb. 16. Based in Rawlins, the area educator will also serve Albany, Goshen, Laramie and Platte counties providing educational programs on the sustainable management of rangeland resources, said Susan James, federal relations and staff development coordinator.

UW Meat Judging Team member notches record performance - One team member earned the highest score ever in University of Wyoming meat judging competition, and the team captured reserve champion honors and third place in its first two competitions this semester.

UW Extension presents ‘Cows, Horses, Grass’ workshop at Fort Washakie - University of Wyoming Extension is presenting “Cows, Horses, Grass … how to make the best of what you’ve got” Friday, Feb. 13, at the Frank Wise Building in Fort Washakie.

Beef product development group, heifer selection part of Laramie workshop - Heifer development, parasite management and a presentation from a group that assists getting new beef products to market are part of the livestock workshop Monday, Feb. 9, in Laramie.