Extension
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| 1061 - Sustainable Agriculture | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1061.2) | 20 |
Number of producers that implemented sustainable practices as a result of participating in Extension programs |
| 1061.1) | 50 |
Number of those indicating an increased awareness of sustainable agriculture practices |
Author: Reed Graham
Major Program: Sustainable Agriculture
Children living in Breathitt and surrounding counties served by UK’s Robinson Center (RCARS) rank at the absolute bottom of the Robert Woods Johnson County Health Rankings for overall health outcomes. (Breathitt #120, Wolfe #119, Owsley #118, Leslie #117, Perry #116. 2018 data). The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention list childhood obesity as a contributing factor to many health issues. The CDC states that one way to combat childhood obesity is to consume a diet high in vegetables
Author: Reed Graham
Major Program: Sustainable Agriculture
Over the past decade, people have taken more interest in where their food comes from and what is in their food. In Breathitt and surrounding counties, interest in heritage skills has increased as a way to preserve skills of grandparents as well as extending their food dollar and taking pride in creating food for their family. This can be seen by the popularity of country ham programs for youth and adults in Kentucky.The Breathitt County Agriculture and Natural Resources Agent Reed Gr
