Quarterly Reports NTAE Year 3 Qtr 4

programming was disrupted and/or moved online. In times of crisis, it is common for communities to take interest in cultivating food in the name of self-sufficiency (Campbell 2021; Chenarides et al. 2021). Whether such interest persists post-pandemic is unclear, but Extension can maximize current food security discourse to support its programming. ● As the threat of Covid diminishes – or is integrated into our everyday realities – Extension staff must be supported in rebuilding community relationships lost or weakened during months of isolation. ● Virtual learning should continue to be utilized where it allows more community members to participate in training and earn certifications (personal communications, June-July 2022). We cannot assume, however, that all communities have reliable internet access. ● Extension should make a concerted effort to integrate disaster preparation and recovery into its programming, helping to strengthen our communities and supply chains against pandemics and other crises.