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KEVAN LAMM


Georgia's Growth Agenda: Five Critical Areas for Development
Georgia is a beautiful state with a diverse set of resources and opportunities. However, the state faces specific critical issues that...

Kevan Lamm
May 15, 20242 min read
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Goal Orientation in Food System Leadership
Effective leadership programs require a thorough understanding of audience needs, including aspects like goal orientation and motivation....

Kevan Lamm
May 1, 20242 min read
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Assessing ICT Capacity in Extension Services
Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) have had a major impact on global food system practices by improving knowledge...

Kevan Lamm
Apr 17, 20242 min read
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Critical Issues Facing the Food and Animal Industry
Global food security is tightly connected to the food animal industry. Nutrition for billions of people is created through this industry,...

Kevan Lamm
Apr 10, 20242 min read
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Gatekeepers in Agricultural Research: Balancing Influence and Integrity in Community Extension and Outreach
Engaging local communities is crucial for the success of Extension and outreach programs, and at the core of this engagement are...

Kevan Lamm
Mar 27, 20242 min read
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Posttraumatic Growth after Natural Disasters
Natural disasters disrupt our food systems and impact lives long after the event has passed. It's important to examine the human side of...

Kevan Lamm
Mar 20, 20242 min read
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Public Attitudes Toward Critical Food System Issues
Understanding public attitudes of critical food system issues is necessary for effective communication and decision-making in...

Kevan Lamm
Mar 13, 20242 min read
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The Global Forum for Rural Advisory Services: A Case Study
Food systems around the world are improved by extension services. These services connect the researchers and policymakers guiding the...

Kevan Lamm
Mar 6, 20242 min read
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The Importance of Leadership Development in the Food System
Leadership is critical in the food system. Agriculture faces numerous challenges, from unpredictable weather to market fluctuations,...

Kevan Lamm
Feb 28, 20242 min read
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Appreciative Evaluation: Focusing on Strengths
By its very nature, evaluation tends to be focused on identifying weaknesses. This is helpful, to be sure, but it misses the equally...

Kevan Lamm
Feb 14, 20242 min read
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Understanding Public Perspectives on Agriculture's Environmental Impact
Understanding public perspectives on environmental issues is crucial in agriculture. Agricultural Best Management Practices (BMPs) play a...

Kevan Lamm
Jan 30, 20242 min read
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Transforming Agricultural Communication: What are Producer Preferences?
Agriculture is a fundamentally dynamic practice. As it has evolved, however, the communication channels that are used to relay...

Kevan Lamm
Dec 12, 20232 min read
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Critical Issues Facing the Horticultural Industry
Plants play a critical role in human well-being. Sure, they are pretty, but they also contribute to physical, mental, and environmental...

Kevan Lamm
Dec 5, 20232 min read
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Unlocking the Potential of ICTs in Extension
In the ever-changing landscape of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs), we've witnessed a revolution in how we communicate....

Kevan Lamm
Nov 28, 20232 min read
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Rural Stress in Georgia
The holiday season is stressful. Sure, it brings joy for many, but those in rural communities facing unique challenges may find that the...

Kevan Lamm
Nov 21, 20232 min read
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Transforming Uganda's Agriculture
The agricultural landscape of Uganda was targeted for transformation back in 2011. It was the Uganda Forum for Agricultural Advisory...

Kevan Lamm
Nov 7, 20233 min read
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Inclusive Capacity Assessments in Extension
Effective Extension services in the agricultural sector require a profound understanding of their capacity. Assessing Extension capacity...

Kevan Lamm
Oct 24, 20232 min read
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Core Strengths of the University of Georgia Extension Program
The UGA Extension Strategic Statement of Purpose: Why Organizational Purpose Matters (part 2) UGA Extension Strategic Planning Workshop...

Kevan Lamm
Oct 3, 20232 min read
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The UGA Extension Strategic Statement of Purpose: Why Organizational Purpose Matters (part 1)
Last week during the University of Georgia (UGA) State of Extension speech Associate Dean Dr. Laura Perry Johnson concluded her remarks...

Kevan Lamm
Sep 26, 20232 min read
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How KeFAAS is Transforming Agricultural Extension in Kenya
There has been a dramatic transformation in Kenya’s agricultural extension landscape in recent years. It has shifted from being under...

Kevan Lamm
Sep 12, 20232 min read
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