The Elliott County Farmers Market is well frequented by shoppers hungry for fresh and local produce in the summer months. In an effort to fill the void of the vacant Family and Consumer Sciences Agent position, summer intern Alyssa Cox set up at the market several times throughout the summer. She used venue to inform the community about proper nutrition, cooking methods, and financially smart shopping practices. To draw people in, she handed out samples of Plate it Up Kentucky Proud recipes incl...
farmers market takes root in communitypcfm is much more than just corn and tomatoes…Pendleton County has long since celebrated its rich agricultural heritage. Farmers have been an integral thread of t... Read More
According to the USDA, fruit and vegetable consumption has fallen from 299 pounds per person in 2003 to 272 pounds per person in 2013. Although community members understand the importance of consuming... Read More
The Perry County Farmers Market is in its fifteenth season. 2019 has been another successful market season. Final accounting is not available but numbers through September show an increase in gross m... Read More
Martin County has 12,500 residents while 37% live below poverty level with a median income of only $22,497.00. Residents of the county have a need for fresh fruits and vegetables at an affordable pric... Read More