Marshall County Extension Office

Marshall County Extension Office The Marshall County Extension Office provides practical education you can trust.

Extension's overall purpose is education -- education that will empower people to make intelligent decisions relating to their vocations, their families, and their environment. Extension's unique interdisciplinary perspective enables the organization to make a real difference in the lives of Mississippians.

🌟 Marshall County Extension Accountability Luncheon 🌟We were honored to host our annual Accountability Luncheon and welc...
08/28/2026

🌟 Marshall County Extension Accountability Luncheon 🌟

We were honored to host our annual Accountability Luncheon and welcome members of the Marshall County Board of Supervisors, county elected officials, and our Overall Advisory Board to the Marshall County Extension Office!

Our staff had the opportunity to share highlights from the past year—showcasing the programs, partnerships, and educational opportunities our office has provided throughout Marshall County—as well as give a look ahead at the exciting things we have planned for the coming year. 📊🌱🍀

One of the most valuable parts of the day was hearing directly from our community leaders. Attendees provided input and feedback to help guide our program planning and ensure that Extension continues to meet the needs and interests of the people we serve.

Of course, we couldn’t let them leave without a little hands-on Extension experience! 🍪 Everyone participated in our Cookies in a Jar program, creating their own cookie mix to take home and bake—or give as a gift! 🎁

We are incredibly thankful for the continued support of our county leaders, advisory members, and community partners. Their investment in Extension helps us continue our mission of bringing research-based education, practical resources, and meaningful programs to the citizens of Marshall County.

❤️ Thank you for supporting Marshall County Extension and helping us continue to serve, educate, and strengthen our community!

🌸🌿 LADY LANDOWNERS IS CELEBRATING 10 YEARS! 🌿🌸Ladies, make plans to join us for a special 10th Anniversary Lady Landowne...
08/28/2026

🌸🌿 LADY LANDOWNERS IS CELEBRATING 10 YEARS! 🌿🌸

Ladies, make plans to join us for a special 10th Anniversary Lady Landowners event on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at the First Baptist Church CAC Building in Holly Springs!

We have a wonderful morning planned with great speakers, practical information, fellowship, and plenty of fun! 💕🌱

🌼 Dr. Jeff Harris — Pollinators & Native Plants
🌱 Pam Beasley & Tammy Hausmann — From Seed to Stewardship
🌿 Collin Ankton — Erosion Control & Conservation

📅 Tuesday, September 29, 2026
⏰ 8:30 a.m.
📍 First Baptist Church CAC Building
190 East College Ave.
Holly Springs, MS

☕ Breakfast and lunch are provided!

Whether you’ve been part of Lady Landowners since the beginning or this will be your very first event, we would love to have you celebrate 10 years of learning, growing, and connecting women with the land and resources around them. 🌳💗

Gather your friends and come spend the day with us!

📞 Call the Marshall County Extension Office at 662-252-3541 to register.

✨ Celebrating 10 Years of Lady Landowners! ✨

🌱💚 OUR JUNIOR MASTER GARDENER GARDEN IS FLOURISHING! 💚🌱We are SO excited about how well our Junior Master Gardener garde...
08/20/2026

🌱💚 OUR JUNIOR MASTER GARDENER GARDEN IS FLOURISHING! 💚🌱

We are SO excited about how well our Junior Master Gardener garden is growing! 🌿🌻 Our Junior Master Gardeners put in the work to get it planted, and now their hard work is really starting to show!

A HUGE thank you goes to our Marshall County Master Gardeners, who have been taking turns watering and caring for the garden. 💦🌱 Their dedication is helping keep everything healthy, happy, and GROWING!

This garden is such a great example of what happens when young gardeners and experienced gardeners work together. 🪴💚 We can’t wait to watch it continue to grow and see what our Junior Master Gardeners get to harvest!

🌱 They planted it. Our Master Gardeners are helping nurture it. And together, they’re making it FLOURISH! 🌱

Stay tuned… the best is yet to GROW! 😉🌻🥕🍅

🎀 We’re officially ready for the holidays! 🎄✨We had such a fun evening at our Teardrop Swag Bow Making Class led by the ...
08/19/2026

🎀 We’re officially ready for the holidays! 🎄✨

We had such a fun evening at our Teardrop Swag Bow Making Class led by the talented Irene Strickland! With 14 participants, everyone learned step-by-step how to create a beautiful teardrop swag bow perfect for decorating a mailbox, front door, or porch poles this holiday season. ❤️🎀

This was actually our second bow-making class because the first one was so popular—and we can certainly see why! Everyone left with a beautiful creation, new skills, and plenty of holiday decorating inspiration.

Thank you to Irene for sharing her talent with us and to everyone who joined us for another fun Extension program. We can’t wait to see these beautiful bows displayed around the community this holiday season! 🎄🏡🎀

🕯️✨ Create something beautiful this fall! ✨🕯️Join the Marshall County Extension Office for a fun evening of creativity, ...
08/17/2026

🕯️✨ Create something beautiful this fall! ✨🕯️

Join the Marshall County Extension Office for a fun evening of creativity, great food, and hands-on learning at our Candle Making Class!

In partnership with Reflective Wicks of Byhalia, you'll learn the basics of candle making and create your very own custom candle to take home.

📅 Thursday, September 17, 2026
🕡 6:30 p.m.
📍 Marshall County Extension Office
💲 $30 per person

Your registration includes:
🕯️ All candle-making supplies
🕯️ One custom candle to take home
🍽️ Dinner
👩‍🏫 Hands-on instruction from Reflective Wicks

⚠️ Space is limited, so don't wait!

📞 Call 662-252-3541 to reserve your spot today.

We can't wait to spend an evening creating with you!

🚨 ARMYWORM ALERT: CHECK YOUR LAWNS & PASTURES! 🐛🌱Although we have not gotten any calls into the Extension Office about a...
08/14/2026

🚨 ARMYWORM ALERT: CHECK YOUR LAWNS & PASTURES! 🐛🌱
Although we have not gotten any calls into the Extension Office about armyworms yet, now is a good time to start scouting lawns, pastures, and hayfields.
According to Mississippi State University Extension, fall armyworms can appear quickly and cause significant damage, especially to bermudagrass.

🔎 WHAT TO WATCH FOR
• Grass that suddenly looks thin, brown, or “scalped”
• Caterpillars feeding throughout the grass
• A light-colored, upside-down “Y” marking on the head
🌾 PASTURES & HAYFIELDS: During periods of armyworm activity, scout every 2–3 days. MSU Extension recommends treatment in established hayfields when populations exceed 3 caterpillars (½ inch or larger) per square foot.

📚 MSU Extension Resources
• P2717 – Fall Armyworms in Hayfields and Pastures
• P2331 – Control of Insect Pests In and Around the Home Lawn
• P1858 – Insect Control in Commercial Turf

🌱 Early detection is the key—start scouting before damage becomes noticeable!
Always read and follow pesticide label directions.

Annual Virtual Agritourism Workshop Date: August 27 at 10 am. Registration is Free. The focus of the workshop is on ne...
08/13/2026

Annual Virtual Agritourism Workshop

Date: August 27 at 10 am.
Registration is Free.

The focus of the workshop is on new strategies to add value to farms using technology and storytelling. The workshop will also include an update from the Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce.

A registration link is here: https://fs8.formsite.com/MSUGCD/w22pjiycdc/index

🌼🌿 Celebrating 35 Years of Mississippi Master Gardeners! 🌿🌼Last night was such a special evening as we celebrated the 35...
08/11/2026

🌼🌿 Celebrating 35 Years of Mississippi Master Gardeners! 🌿🌼

Last night was such a special evening as we celebrated the 35th Anniversary of the MS Master Gardener program and welcomed guests interested in learning more about becoming a Marshall County Master Gardener! 💚

We were excited to have Dr. Jeff Wilson, MSU Extension Master Gardener Coordinator, join us as our guest speaker. Dr. Wilson shared a wonderful program on Mississippi Trees & Shrubs for the Landscape, giving us plenty of great ideas for our own landscapes! 🌳🌺

Guests enjoyed refreshments while hearing from our Marshall County Master Gardeners about the program, their experiences, and the many ways Master Gardeners learn, share, and grow while serving our community.

🌼 A special shoutout goes to our talented Office Associate, Ashley Berryhill, who created the adorable handmade daisies and the fun photo frame that made the perfect backdrop for pictures! 📸 She helped make the evening extra special!

Thank you to Dr. Wilson, our Master Gardeners, and everyone who joined us to celebrate 35 years of learning, service, friendship, and growing together!

Here’s to honoring our roots and growing our future! 🌱💚

🌲 Save the Date! 🌲Mark your calendars for the Marshall County Forestry Association Forestry Field Day!Join us for a day ...
08/10/2026

🌲 Save the Date! 🌲

Mark your calendars for the Marshall County Forestry Association Forestry Field Day!

Join us for a day of learning, networking, and exploring the latest in forestry management and natural resource stewardship. Whether you're a landowner, forestry professional, outdoor enthusiast, or simply interested in Mississippi's forests, this event will offer valuable information and live tours.

📅 Saturday, October 10, 2026
📍 Foxden Plantation
Byhalia, Mississippi

Stay tuned for the full agenda, speaker lineup, demonstrations, and registration details. We look forward to seeing you in the woods this fall!

Imagination Garden was the theme for the July 28th Junior Master Gardener meeting.🪴Everyone chose from a variety of succ...
08/05/2026

Imagination Garden was the theme for the July 28th Junior Master Gardener meeting.🪴

Everyone chose from a variety of succulents to plant, then enjoyed adding miniature items to complete their garden.

For more information about the Marshall County Junior Master Gardener Program, please contact the Marshall County Extension Office at 662-252-3541

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120 S Spring Street
Holly Springs, MS
38635

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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(662) 252-3541

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