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Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu

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Contact Information

Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu




Fiscal Year:
Jul 1, 2025 - Jun 30, 2026


Success Stories By MajorProgram FY2026Jul 1, 2025 - Jun 30, 2026





Homesteading 2025

Author: Audrey Wright

Major Program: Small Farm Development

Issue:Residents in the Buffalo Trace area showed strong interest in sustainable living and self-reliance but lacked hands-on skills. Rising food costs, food security concerns, and a desire to reconnect with agriculture created a clear need for education in gardening, food preservation, and small-scale meat processing.Program Description:The Buffalo Trace Homesteading Series was a hands-on educational program promoting self-sufficiency and environmental stewardship. Sessions covered gardening, fo

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