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Contributed.
with Local Stakeholders.
of Multistate Efforts.
of Volunteers Engaged.
Number of pounds of food provided to local non-profit organizations |
13553 |
Number of people who improved or maintained physical, emotional, or mental health from participating in gardening |
1618 |
Number of people who developed employment skills from participating in gardening |
669 |
Number of participants in Extension horticulture programs at senior centers, detention centers, or rehabilitation centers |
1773 |
Donated Food from Raised Wicking Bed at the Extension OfficeNeed:The pandemic has caused many residents in the county to become out of work and thus making it harder to provide for their family. Local food pantries are overwhelmed with the number of residents needing help feeding their families. The horticulture assistant wanted to help feed residents and supply them healthy options.Impact:At the Barn located next to the McCracken County Cooperative Extension Office we have a demonstration garde...
