Ricardo Kairios, MS, Assistant Professor and County Agent with Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Mercer County, recently represented both our county and state at the 2025 Society for Nutrition Education and Behavior (SNEB) International Conference in Indianapolis. This prestigious annual gathering draws global leaders in nutrition education, food systems, and public health to collaborate on advancing […]
Ricardo Kairios, MS, Assistant Professor and County Agent with Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Mercer County, proudly attended the inaugural Equality Gala hosted by the Mercer County Office of LGBTQIA+. The event was a heartfelt celebration of love, advocacy, and community, honoring the ongoing efforts to promote inclusion and unity across the county. Ricardo expressed appreciation for […]
On June 23, FCHS hosted the Mercer County Food Stakeholders’ (MCFS) in-person meeting at our Rutgers Cooperative Extension office. Joan Healy co-facilitates the group with Trenton Health Team. The MCFS supports our region’s response to food insecurity through mapping, data analytics, mobilizing resources, and assisting partners in coordinating their work, with more than 50 organizations […]
Looking for summertime fun for the whole family? Head to the Mercer County 4-H Fair at beautiful Howell Living History Farm, Saturday and Sunday, July 26-27, for animal shows, hayrides, music, food, and more! Tour the farm, explore the exhibits, attend a magic show, challenge a friend on the archery range, or relax and enjoy […]
This spring, the Mercer County 4-H STEM Ambassadors have been active across Mercer County and New Jersey, representing Rutgers Cooperative Extension and sharing their passion for STEM with youth, families, and fellow learners. Here is a look at the different events they participated in this season: On April 5, our STEM Ambassadors participated in Spring […]
