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The Extension Foundation just released the New Technologies for Ag Extension (NTAE) 2022-2023 Yearbook! Discover the innovative and impactful work of the NTAE Extension teams through this vibrant magazine-style publication! @USDA_NIFA Find it here: bit.ly/3Fqc3B3

We need your input! Help contribute to the national AI Asset Map for Cooperative Extension by sharing how you’re using and exploring AI in your work. Take the survey and learn more at the link here: hubs.li/Q047K1qb0

Next in our AI for Extension series: Grant Writing & Fundraising with AI: From Prospecting to Reporting. Join us Thursday, March 19 to explore how AI can support every stage of the fundraising process with our host Nate Birt. Register here: hubs.li/Q0478F-V0

The Program & Research Center Stage series highlight innovative programs across the Cooperative Extension system! Upcoming: Tai Chi for Health: Mar 25 Dallas Urban County Farm: Apr 22 Veteran-Friendly Training: May 27 View the full schedule and register: hubs.ly/Q046zdyL0

Explore upcoming March professional development opportunities from the Extension Foundation. From Extension Skills sessions on creating video, to leadership and team development workshops, AI for fundraising and development, updates on H5N1, and more! hubs.li/Q0466rmF0

ExtensionBot just got an upgrade in accessibility, user experience, and expanded content! ExtensionBot is an AI-powered chatbot that delivers research-based answers sourced from trusted Cooperative Extension content. Learn more and try it out: hubs.li/Q045s63N0 There is

Contribute to the National AI Asset Map for Extension! The Extension Foundation is asking for help in cataloging efforts related to the use and adoption of AI across the Cooperative Extension system. Read more and find the survey here: hubs.li/Q0451MsR0

Extension Skills: Re-purposing Extension Content across multiple platforms Extension Foundation members can join us Thurs Feb 26 to learn the how and why of adapting Extension content into different outreach products! Register to attend & get the recording:hubs.li/Q044y8HK0

This Week – February 25: Exploring Farm Stress and Resilience Through Documentary & Discussion Part 2 Jill Baker Tingey and Brenda Freeman will convene a panel on Extension supporting the well-being of producers, workers, and their families. Register here: hubs.li/Q044jr7Q0

The Extension Foundation’s Extension Lab partner, SPARC Associate, is offering a Coaching Skills Certificate training! As part of our partnership, Extension professionals are eligible for a 10% discount on registration. Learn more here:hubs.li/Q043dPvH0

AgriProspects is pleased to announce the awarding of $1 million for the second round of AgriProspects grants! ▪️Developing Skilled Workforce Training in Fruit & Vegetable Drying and Freezing – Dr. Qingyang Wang, @OregonStateExt Read more here: hubs.ly/Q042b4zw0

AgriProspects is pleased to announce the awarding of $1 million for the second round of AgriProspects grants! ▪️Training Ag Extension and Farmer Users for AI and IoT – Dr. Suping Zhou, @TSUextension Read more here: hubs.ly/Q042b5h_0

AgriProspects is pleased to announce the awarding of $1 million for the 2nd round of AgriProspects grants! ▪️Logging Smarter: AI-Enhanced Hardwood Bucking Training for Adult Workforce Development – Dr. Pipiet Larasatie, @VACoopExt Read more here: hubs.ly/Q042b4cc0

AgriProspects is pleased to announce $1 million for the 2nd round of grants! Congratulations to all of the awarded projects! ▪️ Establishing a Micro-Credentialing Infrastructure for Extension – Maria Gorgo-Simcox, @psuextension Read more here: hubs.ly/Q042b3Wv0

AgriProspects is pleased to announce $1 million for the 2nd round of grants! Congratulations to all of the awarded projects! ▪️FIELD‑AI: Farm & Industry Extension Learning via Digital AI‑Credentials – Dr. Christian Christensen, @UF_IFAS Read more here: hubs.ly/Q042b3W70

The AI Fundraising and Grants Use Cases for Extension series continues with the next session, Research Power Moves with AI for Stronger Proposals, on Thursday, February 19! Register to attend and receive the recording here: bit.ly/4c8kxhu

Planning a Spring event? The Extension Foundation can help! From planning to payment and registration, this new suite of services supports institutions at every step of the event-planning process. Learn more: hubs.li/Q040pWgW0

Help us showcase the impactful work across Extension! The Extension Foundation is accepting nominations for professional development. This is a great opportunity to share work with a national Extension audience! Nominate speakers in the post here: hubs.li/Q03_-Tcw0

Join us for a two-part series on how to support farmworkers. Kick off the year with the Nevada Farm Stress team, "Exploring Farm Stress and Resilience Through Documentary & Discussion." Part 1 takes place on Wednesday, January 28th! Register now: hubs.li/Q03_xfbL0

Tomorrow! Join us for the first session in our AI Fundraising and Grants Use Cases for Extension Professionals series, hosted by Nate Birt. See all upcoming topics and register to attend (or get the recording) here :hubs.li/Q03-Q3zd0

Extension Foundation is seeking an online Moodle and course merchant administrator! This position serves as the system administrator and support for the Extension Foundation’s online learning management system. Learn more and apply at the link here: bit.ly/3LBBVAs