Extension
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Contributed.
with Local Stakeholders.
of Multistate Efforts.
of Volunteers Engaged.
Number of food partnerships formed through Extension coalitions |
60 |
Number of restaurants/other institutions utilizing local food as a result of Extension programming |
26 |
Number of Food System Maps created |
28 |
Number of individuals reporting an increase in awareness of local food systems |
2319 |
Number of those reporting the ability to confidently engage in community-based discussions on policy changes |
83 |
Number of those who have participated in new activities related to stronger local food systems as a result of local food systems programming |
1474 |
Number of partners engaged through Extension’s efforts |
77 |
Farmers markets benefit producers, consumers, and communities. The Farmers Market Coalition explains that farmers markets preserve Americas rural livelihoods and farmland, stimulate local economies, increase access to fresh and nutritious foods, support healthy communities, and promote sustainability. During the COVID pandemic, with the disappearance of essential products from store shelves, local food sources were and are more important than ever.To follow COVID-specific guidelines for farmers ...
