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| 2066 - Accessing Nutritious Foods (general) | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2066.3) | 15 |
Number of individuals reporting that they utilized delivery systems/access points (e.g. farmer’s markets, CSA’s WIC, Food Pantry) that offer healthy foods |
| 2066.4) | 0 |
Number of farmers markets accepting EBT cards |
| 2066.5) | 0 |
Dollars in EBT, WIC or Senior benefits redeemed at farmers markets |
| 2066.6) | 19 |
Number of families who grew a garden this year |
| 2066.7) | 9 |
Number of first time growers or those who haven’t grown in five or more years |
| 2066.8) | 0 |
Number of restaurants/other institutions utilizing local foods as a result of Extension programming |
| 2066.2) | 49 |
Number of individuals who reported eating more healthy foods |
| 2066.1) | 35 |
Number individuals reporting that their family supplemented their diets with healthy foods that they produced or preserved |
Author: Michele Moore
Major Program: Accessing Nutritious Foods (general)
According to Kentucky Youth Advocates Kentucky Kids Count Data Book, 25.8% of Butler County children live in households which are considered food insecure. Additionally, 16% are living in deep poverty, 31.3% in poverty, and an alarming 72% of Butler County children live in low income families. These statistics, along with The Centers for Disease 2018 State Initiative Report on Fruits and Vegetables, indicate individuals at or below poverty levels in America are not meeting their dietar
Author: Michele Moore
Major Program: Accessing Nutritious Foods (general)
According to the United States Census Bureau, based on American Community survey 5 year estimates, Butler County, KY has an estimated 24.6% of individuals below poverty level. Interestingly, the county seat of Morgantown, KY has an average 50.5% of individuals below poverty level. The counties economic status and no farmer’s markets strain individuals on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program the availability and access to fresh produce. In an effort to combat hunger, and to enable indi
Author: Tracy Cowles
Major Program: Accessing Nutritious Foods (general)
Family Lifestyles Television ShowThe Extension Agents for Family and Consumer Science Education, in eight counties of the Mammoth Cave Area that can access the Proclaim Broadcasting network, WPBM TV Channel 31 via cable, dish, digital or antenna television have partnered to take over hosting of the 30 minute, weekly Family Lifestyles television show. Fifty five episodes were taped and aired from October 16, 2017 – October 15, 2018.The eight Mammoth Cave Area Counties that currently ha
Author: Tracy Cowles
Major Program: Accessing Nutritious Foods (general)
The 2019 Kentucky Annual Economic Report published by the University of Kentucky states, based on high school student surveys, “Kentucky students get less physical activity.” Compared to the national U.S. average of 46.5%, Kentucky falls below to an average of 40.06% of students getting adequate physical activity. Also, “In addition, compared to the U.S., Kentucky students generally have poorer dietary practices.” Kentucky statistics fall below the U.S. averag
