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Jennifer Werlin is an Extension Educator with the University of Idaho Extension, serving Teton County. She is affiliated with the Department of University of Idaho Extension under the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences. Her work integrates academic outreach with practical community engagement in agriculture and youth development.
Educational Background:
- M.S., University of Idaho, 2006
- B.A., Colorado State University, 2002
Her research and extension interests focus on community food systems, sustainable small farms, and community development. She emphasizes practical solutions such as permaculture design, high-altitude gardening, seed saving, and beekeeping. Her work also incorporates mindfulness in professional settings, reflecting a holistic approach to extension education.
The recent publications highlight a strong trend in sustainable agriculture education, with emphasis on season extension in challenging climates, water access planning, and hybrid learning models. These works reflect interdisciplinary efforts in horticulture, resource management, and digital education, particularly in response to environmental and public health challenges like climate and the pandemic.
Scientific Awards and Recognitions:
- National Winner, Outstanding Poster Award (2023)
- Excellence in Community Development Award (2023)
- Early Career Award, Epsilon Sigma Phi (2021)
- Excellence in Teamwork Award, Cultivating Success Idaho (2019)
- National Winner, Learning Module for Starting your Sustainable Small Farm (2018)
- National Green Ribbon Sustainability Award (2017)
Jennifer has been actively involved in grant-funded and team-based extension projects, including statewide educational programs and coalition-building initiatives. She contributes to advising through collaborative teams and extension modules, enhancing opportunities in community development and natural resource management. She plays a key role in programs like the Idaho Master Gardener Program and the Teton Valley Kitchen Incubator, fostering rural economic development and social capital.
She is part of the University of Idaho Extension network, a statewide outreach arm of the university that delivers research-based education to communities. Her work in Teton County supports local food systems, small farmers, and 4-H youth, operating through county offices and regional centers.
