Local producers in Adair County, Kentucky, faced regulatory barriers preventing them from legally selling their homemade canned goods. Without Homebased Microprocessor certification, these producers were unable to access markets, limiting their income potential and depriving consumers of their delicious products. Homebased Microprocessor certification training has not been offered in Adair County in a large number of years. Local producers interested in the certification had to tra
The local food movement continues to grow in Kentucky. This can be seen in the steady increase of vendors at farmers markets selling value added foods in addition to homegrown fruits and vegetables. Kentucky’s Homebased Microprocessing Program allows farmers to increase profits by selling items like pickles, salsa, and tomato sauce along with their produce. The homebased microprocessing program is a collaborative effort between UK’s Cooperative Extension Service, the Department
