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with Local Stakeholders.
of Multistate Efforts.
of Volunteers Engaged.
Number of individuals reporting that they utilized delivery systems/access points (e.g. farmer’s markets, CSA’s WIC, Food Pantry) that offer healthy foods |
10679 |
Number of farmers markets accepting EBT cards |
260 |
Dollars in EBT, WIC or Senior benefits redeemed at farmers markets |
64739 |
Number of families who grew a garden this year |
2880 |
Number of first time growers or those who haven’t grown in five or more years |
302 |
Number of restaurants/other institutions utilizing local foods as a result of Extension programming |
101 |
Number of individuals who reported eating more healthy foods |
26904 |
Number individuals reporting that their family supplemented their diets with healthy foods that they produced or preserved |
6946 |
Horticulture therapy has been around for hundreds of years. This type of therapy first became acclaimed in the 1800s and in the 1940s and 1950s, therapist used horticulture with post war veterans to help heal their mental and physical problems. Horticulture therapy is proven to help individuals of all ages and backgrounds to overcome addition, physical disabilities, and mental problems alike. Horticulture therapy assists with bringing individuals close to nature. Gardening lowers stress, boosts ...
