Lamar County Extension Office

10/05/2026

10/01/2026

09/29/2026

Don't forget to register for Magnolia Moves and get active with the cooler temperatures on the way! Get active, enjoy the weather and get healthier!

Let's Move DeSoto County! Registration is now open for our fall session of Magnolia Moves! This is for ALL ages! Young, old, and EVERYONE in between!

Magnolia Moves is an Extension walking and activity program designed to show that physical activity comes in many forms: brisk hiking through the woods, tending your garden, jogging through your neighborhood or dancing to your favorite music.

There is no cost to join this 6-week activity program, you set the pace, and you choose the activities to participate in throughout the six weeks.

Just download the MoveSpring app and it will seamlessly sync with a wide range of wearable devices, including your iPhone, Apple Watch, Apple Health, Android, Google Health Connect, Fitbit, and more. Use organization code MSUEXT at signup. Don't have a smart phone to track your steps that's ok. We got you! We have a limited number of pedometers at the Extension Office for our friends who don't have smart phones! Call and ask Lara about this 📵 thing.

We'd LOVE 💚to see a large group from DESOTO to participate! JOIN US! Don't forget about the walking trails at the NEW DeSoto County Agri-Education Center!



If you have questions, email [email protected]

08/15/2026

Join us on September 1st as we discuss all things supplemental food plots for wildlife! This is a great way to utilize your forest lands and benefit wildlife at the same time!

We will welcome Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks private lands biologists John Henderson to cover important information to consider regarding establishment and maintenance as well as answer any questions.

Hope to see you there! 🦌🕊️🦃🦆

08/03/2026

The opportunity to register for the online Mississippi Master Gardener Association training course is right around the corner! Put a reminder on August 12th in your calendar to register for this Fall’s course. There are three options available depending on your goals.

We hope you will join us and make a difference in our communities through your love of gardening!

07/02/2026

Looking to learn how to preserve all the fruits and vegetables you grew this Summer or planning to grow a garden this Fall and want to be prepared on the best ways to make your harvest last safely? Don't miss this opportunity to come learn all the basics of food preservation!

You can bring your pressure canner gauges in to have them tested as well!

Save your seat by registering today!

05/27/2026

Proud of all our 4-Her's representing Lamar County!

Senior 4-H Horse Judging Contest.
3rd High Point Individual: Annalyn Cates, Lamar 4-H.

05/22/2026