In order to improve the understanding of 4-H adult volunteers, veterinarians, and administrators from fairs and exhibitions about existing bio-security risks associated with 4-H Animal Science projects in California and issues related to traceability, three Regional Education Outreach Summits will be offered by 4-H and Veterinary Medicine Extension. Each Education Outreach Summit will include four major components:

1. an overview of current data on bio-security risks associated with 4-H Animal Science projects, including risks at exhibits and fairs, shows, and exhibitions;
2. updated information from USDA on the current status of NAIS and animal traceability;
3. a listening session to provide stakeholders the opportunity to share their experiences and provide feedback on traceability issues to USDA; and
4. a mini-training for 4-H teens and volunteers on the new 4-H Bio-Security curriculum. 

Space is limited, so advance registration is necessary.

Dates, Locations, and Registration Due Dates:
UC Davis, December 12, 2009 (Registration due November 30)
UCCE Tehama County, January 16, 2010 (Registration due January 4)
UCCE Kern County, February 27, 2010 (Registration due February 15)

Time: All sites 9:00am - 3:00pm

Cost: None

Food: Lunch is provided.

Travel & Lodging: Travel expenses are not covered.  We encourage carpooling!

For more information and to register for one of these events, contact Martin Smith (mhsmith@ucdavis.edu) or Steven Worker (smworker@ucdavis.edu).

COMPLETE THE FORM BELOW TO REGISTER!