Each day at work is a learning experience for Kari Smith, office professional at Southwind Extension Districts Iola office.
Part of her job is to help people find answers. If local Extension agents cant solve the problem, shell tap into a statewide network. If the answer cant be found in Kansas, shell look at the federal level. The answer, backed by research, is out there.
And, sometimes, shes surprised by what she learns.
For example, the Extension office can submit poultry litter (a.k.a. chicken manure) to test its quality for use as fertilizer.