Delaware Forest Service Partners with Delaware Libraries to Promote Smokey Bear Reading Challenge
Delaware Libraries | Department of Agriculture | Forest Service | Date Posted: Wednesday, January 3, 2024
The challenge is geared towards children ages 4 through 10, but all ages are welcome to join. The Smokey Bear Reading Challenge aims to engage youth in reading about wildfire prevention, forests, and natural resource careers while they explore their local environment.
2024 Delaware Ag Week Promises Networking and Latest Innovations
Department of Agriculture | Date Posted: Tuesday, December 26, 2023
Delaware’s agricultural industry looks forward to attending the annual Delaware Ag Week at the Delaware State Fairgrounds in Harrington from January 8 – 11, 2024. “Ag Week is the largest venue where Delaware farmers, agribusinesses, and subject matter experts can network and learn about the latest innovations and research that will impact them in the upcoming growing season,” said Secretary of Agriculture Michael T. Scuse.
Department Adds New Test Options and Increases Fees for Seed Lab
Department of Agriculture | Newsroom | Date Posted: Wednesday, December 13, 2023
The Delaware Department of Agriculture (DDA) announced beginning January 2, 2024, their seed laboratory will offer additional testing service options to assist producers. For the first time since 1999, DDA is increasing fees for services performed by the DDA Seed Lab.
Delaware Association for Environmental Education Seeks Presentations and Award Nominations
Department of Agriculture | Forest Service | Urban and Community Forestry | Date Posted: Wednesday, December 13, 2023
DOVER, Del. (December 13, 2023) – The Delaware Association for Environmental Education (DAEE) is holding its 15th Annual Conference with a focus on “Nature Access for All!” on February 24, 2024, at Fred Fifer III Middle School in Camden. The keynote speaker will be Dr. McKay Jenkins, noted author and University of Delaware professor. Todd […]
LEADelaware Seats Twelve Fellows for Class VII
Department of Agriculture | Date Posted: Tuesday, December 12, 2023
Following an extensive application and interview process, LEADelaware has seated 12 fellows representing Delaware’s agriculture industry, who will begin a 2-year journey to develop leadership skills within the food, fiber, and natural resources industries. The program offers unique learning opportunities where fellows will do site visits, attend seminars and expert panels, and participate in team activities and workshops. At the end of the program, the cohort will go on an international agriculture study trip to be determined in 2025.
