VIRGINIA COOPERATIVE EXTENSION DESCRIPTION The Virginia Cooperative Extension Service is a division of Virginia Polytechnic and State University responsible for providing technical information, educational programs, and problem solving consultation in the area of agriculture, 4-H and youth, home economics, natural resources, and community resource development for all citizens. CITY COUNCIL TARGET AREA Expanded Economic Development
FY 23 OBJECTIVES Increase the profitability of local agricultural producers both large and small while also promoting sustainable farming practices and introducing technology that assist in all facets of their livelihoods. Promote 4-H camp and programming by revitalizing the program to expose youth of all ages to opportunities in STEAM education and personal development. Bring innovative, interdisciplinary programming to traditionally underserved areas of the local community. Create and maintain local partnerships that enable Virginia Cooperative Extension programming to be based upon community needs, equality, and accessibility.
PERFORMANCE MEASURES Agriculture and Natural Resources: Number of programs offered Citizens participating in programs Requests for services Youth Programs: Youth participating in the 4-H Club Youth programs offered Youth participating in youth programs
FY 21 Actual
FY 22 Projected
FY 23 Estimated
17 427 375
18 450 400
20 475 450
65 26 550
80 28 650
100 35 700
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