Extension
It Starts With Us
Contributed.
with Local Stakeholders.
of Multistate Efforts.
of Volunteers Engaged.
Number of acres of hemp impacted by Extension programming, resources and/or consulting |
197 |
Number of people who made decisions on hemp production based on UK research/information including: selection of varieties, equipment, record keeping and/or legal contracts and regulations) |
138 |
Number of people who gained information about state regulations, production, risk management and/or marketing hemp products |
211 |
From 2019, planted acres of hemp has decreased 93% in Kentucky (Kentucky Department of Agriculture) despite this significant production decline, the public still has curiosity surrounding the commodity. Recognizing this need for public education, Extension Agent for Agriculture and Natural Resources, Samantha Anderson, led a seminar with the West Kentucky Community and Technical College Seniors Learning for Fun group.The presentation topics consisted of economic consideration, agronomic consider...
