Health promotion programs have long focused on education about personal health behaviors like tobacco and alcohol use, diet, physical activity, and sleep. Personal behaviors have an important role in health, but they are not the whole story. The conditions in which people live, work, learn, and play have an even greater influence on ones quantity and quality of life. To improve the health of people and communities, we need to have conversations about the variety of factors that influence health ...
I am the State Specialist of Horticulture and Local Foods at Kentucky State University. I have 25% research and 75% extension appointment and I work mainly with vegetables and small fruits. ... More
Downtown Princeton was bustling with activities on Saturday September 7 during the annual Black Patch Heritage Festival as well as providing an opportunity for free farmers market produce, provided by... Read More
Harlan County faces a significant issue with heirs property due to inadequate estate planning. This leads to uncertainty, legal complications, and potential economic burdens for heirs.The Harlan Count... Read More
Kentuckys abundant maple trees present an opportunity for landowners to diversify their income and contribute to local economic growth through maple syrup production.The Harlan County Extension Agent ... Read More
I noticed that there wasnt very many producers applying for Cost Share funds in Henderson County. The ones that were applying were the same ones year to year it seemed and although that is great, I de... Read More