Extension
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| 1021 - Local Food Systems | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1021.1) | 30 |
Number of producers who can accurately identify agricultural food products that extend beyond the growing season |
| 1021.2) | 10 |
Number of producers reporting more confidence in marketing/selling food products |
| 1021.3) | 20 |
Number of producers who were successful in marketing/selling food products |
| 1021.4) | 100 |
Number of residents reporting an increase in accessing fresh, local foods |
| 1021.6) | 10 |
Number of producers who were encouraged by Extension programming to seek additional training on food safety ( FAP, FSMA, etc.) |
| 1021.7) | 10 |
Number of producers who were successfully trained by Extension on food safety (GAP or FSMA) |
| 1021.8) | 3 |
Number of producers who successfully obtained value-added processing certification (HBM, HBP, BPCS, etc.) through Extension programming |
| 1021.5) | 100 |
Number of residents indicating a willingness to support local food markets as a result of awareness raised through Extension programming |
Author: Alexis Amorese Sheffield
Major Program: Local Food Systems
Community Supported Agriculture, popularly known as a CSA, is a system that connects the producer and consumers within their food system more closely. Members pay for their produce share before the season begins, usually winter, which aids farmers in purchasing necessary products during a time when income is typically low. In return for becoming a member, subscribers receives a weekly box of produce or other farm goods. This includes in-season fruits and vegetables and can expand
