Producer and Consumer SafetyPlan of Work

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Cumberland County CES

Title:
Producer and Consumer Safety
MAP:
Chemical Management
Agents Involved:
Anderson
MAJOR PROGRAM 1:
Water and Soil Quality and Conservation
MAJOR PROGRAM 3:
Integrated Pest Management
Situation:

The health and well-being of farm families and the public are a main priority. Farmers normally work long hours and are alone the biggest part of the time. This makes them a high risk for injury and/or fatality. Tractor roll overs are the number one leading cause of fatalities on a farm. Chemical safety is a concern due to the amount of water ways we have in the county. Safe and correct usage of chemicals brings this to the forefront. 

Long-Term Outcomes:
Intermediate Outcomes:
Initial Outcomes:
Evaluation:

Initial Outcome: Private pesticide applicators will complete a training course. 

Indicator: Number of cards printed. 

Method: Cards. 

Timeline: As Needed.


Initial Outcome: Ag water quality plans are on file and current for producers. 

Indicator: Number of plans on file. 

Method: Plans written.

Timeline: Year around. 

Learning Opportunities:

Audience: Tobacco Producers

Project or Activity: GAP Training

Content or Curriculum: GAP Training Materials

Inputs: UK specialists & industry professionals

Date: January or February


Audience: All Producers

Project or Activity: Private Applicator Training

Content or Curriculum: Private Applicator Training Materials

Inputs: UK specialists & industry professionals

Date: Spring & Fall


Audience: Bee Keepers

Project or Activity: Production Meetings

Content or Curriculum: Various Topics

Inputs: UK specialists & industry professionals

Date: Fall to Early Winter


Audience: All Producers

Project or Activity: CAIP (cost-share) Training's

Content or Curriculum: Various Topics

Inputs: UK specialists & industry professionals

Date: Fall

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