Celebrate Lamb Lovers Month with a Special Workshop

By Blake Jackson

The University of Missouri Extension in St. Clair County is hosting the American Lamb Consumer and Producer Workshop on Friday, February   28th from 5 to 8 pm in Osceola.

This event aims to connect lamb producers with consumers and educate the public about the delicious and nutritious benefits of American lamb.

"The primary purpose of the workshop is to educate consumers about the nutritional benefits and versatility of American lamb, connect potential consumers with local producers and strengthen the local market," says David Brown, MU Extension sheep and goats specialist.

"The event also aims to inspire youth by highlighting the value of American lamb, encouraging future interest and engagement in this vital industry. With generous support from St. Clair County State Bank, scholarships will cover the cost for 20 FFA and 4-H students to attend this year’s event."

The workshop agenda includes:

• Breaking Myths About American Lamb: Led by David Brown, this session will dispel common misconceptions about lamb.
• Running an Efficient Sheep Enterprise: Dan Quadros, from the University of Arkansas, will share strategies for successful sheep farming.
• Nutritional Benefits of American Lamb: Learn about the health advantages of lamb from MU Extension nutrition expert Lynnlee Parrott.
• The Power of Storytelling in Marketing Grass-Fed Lamb: Elisabeth Fostich, from Fostich Farms, will discuss effective marketing techniques.

The workshop will be held at First Baptist Church in Osceola and costs $10 per adult, including a lamb burger dinner, recipe booklets, and educational materials. There are even scholarships available for the first 20 FFA and 4-H members who register!

Space is limited to 50 participants, so register by February 26th at https://extension.missouri.edu/events/american-lamb-consumer-and-producer-workshop-0.

For more information or to inquire about FFA/4-H scholarships, contact the MU Extension Center in St. Clair County at 417-646-2419 or email David Brown at davidbrown@missouri.edu.

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