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| 4021 - Agriculture | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4021.4) | 0 |
Number of youth who indicated “yes or usually” to the Common Measures Experience Survey Question #13 “Is 4-H a place where you have a chance to be a leader?” (SEEC) |
| 4021.3) | 0 |
Number of youth who indicated “yes or usually” to the Common Measures Experience Survey Question #6 “Is 4-H A place where you get to figure out things for yourself?” (SEEC) |
| 4021.2) | 203 |
Number of youth who gained an understanding of the role of agriculture in the production of food, fiber, and wood products (KOSA) |
| 4021.1) | 38 |
Number of youth who demonstrated a skill that was learned or improved by participating in 4-H agriculture programming (PRACTICE) |
Author: Molly Jordan
Major Program: Agriculture
Livestock projects provide youth with a plethora of life skills. However, not all youth have access to requirements necessary for larger meat/market animal projects. I was approached in 2020 by the Germantown Fair Board regarding a rabbit and poultry show where youth could exhibit their projects. Knowing nothing about either projects I enlisted the assistance of surrounding county agents and program assistants. Due to the fact the idea of a rabbit and poultry show/club was born during the p
Author: Molly Jordan
Major Program: Agriculture
Animal science projects involved the development of a wide variety of skills that will enable youth to be successful throughout their lives. However, the typical animal science projects of beef, swine, sheep, or goats aren’t always feasible for some. Whether it be cost related to these projects or not having the room available. The Bracken County 4-H Cavy Club is a way for youth to become involved in animal science projects without the big commitment of large animal projects. This ye
Author: David Appelman
Major Program: Agriculture
The Bracken County High School Agriculture program utilizes 10 acres of land on the county industrial park to raise crops to help fund the ag programs at the school. Through support from a regional agribusiness and a local farmer / volunteer, crops are fertilized, planted, sprayed and harvested to support the program. This year, the teacher and program advisor wanted to offer a more “hands on” learning approach with the crop. The Bracken County Extension Service pro
Author: Molly Jordan
Major Program: Agriculture
Although our county may be a rural county with over 500 farms reported to the USDA Agriculture Census, not all youth are involved in agricultural ventures. The 1st grade teachers at Taylor Elementary wanted to do some farm related lessons and approached the Bracken County 4-H with their idea. With the help of local farmers, 1st grade classrooms learn about cows, sheep, goats, chickens, and pigs. The lessons revolved around the importance of each farm animal, fun facts about each species, and to
