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Ages & Stages in the Garden: Ages 9-11
When working with upper elementary youth in a garden consider their physical development and skill level as you develop learning activities. Nine to eleven year olds have better coordination and reaction time by this age, however sometimes dues to growth spurs there can be short-term issues with balance and coordination. Additionally, these children have more body strength and their hand dexterity has increased.
South Dakota Licensed Kitchen Process
Interested in selling food products in a retail establishments? Licensed kitchens are the place to start. Learn the steps for building a licensed kitchen in South Dakota along with rules, regulations and guidelines for processing foods in existing licensed kitchens.
Garden Clubs & Associations
Novice gardeners and master gardeners share a love of and respect for nature, which is one of the many reasons why they naturally seek out like-minded individuals to organize clubs or associations.
A Five-Step Approach to Alleviating Farm Stress
Farm stressors can come from many directions including the agricultural system, farm and family finances, mental and physical health challenges, and relationship difficulties. A healthy response to these challenges involves paying attention to the stressors within all of these areas and determining coping strategies that are useful in each area.
8 Ways to Get Moving!
For those with barriers to being physically active, here are eight quick ideas to add a little more activity to your week.
Prenatals & Pregnancy
As your baby grows, so do the nutrition and supplemental needs for the expecting mother.
Meal Replacements: A long-term weight management solution?
The convenience meal replacements offer is appealing, but do they work for long-term weight management?
Healthy Sleep and Shift Work
Learn how to overcome a few common barriers that may impact your ability to achieve restful sleep when working a non-traditional work schedule.
Make Each Day Count
One of the first steps in making healthy choices each day is realizing the importance of living a healthy lifestyle and truly making a behavior change.
Healthy Alternatives to Sugary Beverages
Consuming excess sugar can result in weight gain, increased chronic disease risk, and poor dental health. Learn some expert tips to ‘rethink your drink’ and choose healthier alternatives to sugary beverages!