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KEVAN LAMM


AgNext at Colorado State University
Last week I had the opportunity to visit AgNext at Colorado State University , my alma mater where I received my undergraduate degree....

Kevan Lamm
Jul 22 min read
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Local Data, Real Impact — Addressing Rural Stress with Extension
Rural stress affects farm families, local economies, and the broader food system. Extension agents often serve as a first line of...

Kevan Lamm
May 72 min read
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Climate-Smart Agricultural Strategies from Brook Hall Estate, Northern Ireland
Brook Hall Estate & Gardens shows how a 17th century property can lead 21st-century climate-smart agriculture. Earlier this month I was...

Kevan Lamm
Apr 302 min read
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Congratulations Andrews!
I'm very excited to share that this morning Andrews Idun successfully defended his dissertation, Human Dimensions of Controlled...

Kevan Lamm
Apr 31 min read
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Developing Tomorrow’s Leaders — Key Insights from Georgia 4-H
As an 11 year 4-H member myself, I have personally experienced the positive benefits of the program. I was therefore very excited to work...

Kevan Lamm
Mar 272 min read
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Assessing Advocacy Capacity: Introducing a Practical Scale for Extension Networks
Extension networks play an important role in translating agricultural research into practical solutions. They connect farmers,...

Kevan Lamm
Mar 192 min read
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Improving Agricultural Leadership Outcomes: Better Engagement, Greater Satisfaction
Agricultural leadership development programs are very important for a safe and resilient food system. They equip participants to address...

Kevan Lamm
Mar 132 min read
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Professionalizing Extension Services: Directing Capacity Building Efforts
Extension and rural advisory services (RAS) are important to help ensure a safe and resilient food systems worldwide. With growing...

Kevan Lamm
Mar 62 min read
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Developing Future Leaders: Key Takeaways from 4-H Alumni Reflections
This week I had the opportunity to visit the new National 4-H Council facility in Washington D.C. as part of a national committee...

Kevan Lamm
Feb 272 min read
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Bridging Perspectives: Uniting Learning Styles and Critical Thinking for Future Farmers in Nepal
Nepal is very unique environment with rugged terrain and a large agrarian economy , which depends on agriculture for both livelihoods and...

Kevan Lamm
Feb 202 min read
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Supporting Farmers: A New Approach to Extension Services in Malawi
Extension networks are an important part of the agricultural and food system, facilitating knowledge transfer, innovation, and improved...

Kevan Lamm
Feb 132 min read
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Targeted Solutions: Leveraging Localized Insights for Agricultural Production Success
Needs assessments are essential to ensure that agricultural outreach and programming respond directly to local agricultural production...

Kevan Lamm
Jan 302 min read
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Building Bridges: Harnessing Source Credibility for Better Agricultural Water Messaging
Effectively communicating about agricultural practices is very important, especially when discussing water use. People’s perceptions are...

Kevan Lamm
Jan 232 min read
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Cultivating Resilience: Addressing Rural Stress Through Extension Programming
Farming is deeply tied to nature, community, and resilience, yet it is also one of the most challenging and stressful careers. Several...

Kevan Lamm
Jan 162 min read
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From Farm to Fork: Addressing Critical Issues in Food Safety and Sustainability
The importance of a safe, sustainable, and efficient food system cannot be overstated. Food is central to human health, economic...

Kevan Lamm
Jan 93 min read
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From Data to Decisions: Strengthening Extension Services Through Knowledge Management
A few weeks ago, I explored the role of knowledge management in extension services , highlighting how turning raw data into actionable...

Kevan Lamm
Dec 19, 20242 min read
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Preparing Tomorrow’s Leaders: The Role of 4-H in Youth Development
Youth development programs like 4-H play a critical role in equipping young people with the skills and experiences needed to succeed in...

Kevan Lamm
Dec 12, 20242 min read
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Organizational Excellence in Extension Services: Building Capacity for the Future
Extension services play an important role in connecting agricultural innovation and research with real-world applications, acting as a...

Kevan Lamm
Dec 5, 20242 min read
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Tailoring Leadership Development: The Role of Personality in Agricultural Programs
Adult agricultural leadership development programs play an important role in preparing emerging and established leaders for the future of...

Kevan Lamm
Nov 21, 20242 min read
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Critical Issues in Georgia’s Agricultural and Forestry Industries: A Strategic Overview
Agriculture and forestry are central to Georgia’s economy, contributing over $80 billion annually to the economy and employing more than...

Kevan Lamm
Nov 14, 20242 min read
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