Local Food System Development and MappingMajor Program
Total Hours
Contributed.
Contacts
with Local Stakeholders.
Hours
of Multistate Efforts.
Total Number
of Volunteers Engaged.
Program Indicators
Number of those who have participated in new activities related to stronger local food systems as a result of local food systems programming |
202 |
Number of those reporting the ability to confidently engage in community-based discussions on policy changes |
200 |
Number of individuals reporting an increase in awareness of local food systems |
571 |
Number of Food System Maps created |
7 |
Number of restaurants/other institutions utilizing local food as a result of Extension programming |
13 |
Number of food partnerships formed through Extension coalitions |
75 |
Number of partners engaged through Extension’s efforts |
128 |
Stories
Sowing the Seeds of Change: Elevating Kentucky's Local Food Systems Summit
When Kentuckians choose to purchase locally grown food, studies show that up to$7 out of every $10spent stays within the local economy, directly supporting Kentuckys farmers and community-based businesses. With this in mind, the2025 Kentucky Local Food Systems Summit + F.E.A.S.T.aimed to unite food system professionals, farmers, chefs, and community leaders to explore solutions for creating a more sustainable and vibrant local food economy. To ensure the summits success, strategic communications...
Reports
Stories Behind the Numbers
- Acting Associate Dean & Director — Craig Wood, Ph.D.
- S107 Ag. Science Center North
- Lexington, KY 40546-0091
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