Describe the Issue or Situation.In Lee County, many residents have limited exposure to diverse vegetable varieties and may lack knowledge of how to prepare them in healthy and appealing ways. Encouraging residents to explore fresh, locally grown produce can promote healthier eating habits and increase awareness of the benefits of gardening.Describe the Outreach or Educational Program Response (and Partners, if applicable).The Lee County Extension Office Ag & Natural Resources Agent and FCS Agent...
I use applied research to address issues in the natural resources community, particularly in the field of ecosystem restoration as it applies to streams impacted by urban, agricultural, an... More
Madison County Extension Agents want and need to bring attention and awareness to the local community to keep Extension from being the Best Kept Secret. Madison County Extension Council decided to hos... Read More
University of Kentucky FCS agents around the central Kentucky region seek additional training and resources related to food preservation practices, including dehydration and freeze drying. UK Food Pre... Read More
Champions for a Drug-Free Pendleton County Coalition where the Family and Consumer Science Agent participates as an executive board member.Reporting Period: October 1, 2023 – September 30, 2024During ... Read More
According to a study initiated by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Purdue University regarding employment opportunities for Animal Science graduates, results show that there were more tha... Read More