In response to the growing popularity of homesteading and sustainability efforts among Arkansans, the Cooperative Extension Service will host three events this month offering research-based information on food preservation, vegetable gardening, composting and more.
John D. Anderson, director of the Cooperative Extension Service for the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture, said these educational trainings strengthen agriculture, communities and families by connecting trusted research to the adoption of best practices.
“One of our goals within the Division of Agriculture is to improve the overall health of Arkansans, and increasing food security is a big part of the picture,” Anderson said. “Our extension agents work in every county of the state, teaching Arkansans how to grow, preserve and prepare food, manage resources, increase self-sufficiency, and ultimately become more food secure.”…